It’s in Next wave’s DNA to test, embrace change and pilot.

Next Wave (NW) have been doing it for 35 years – seeding networks, breaking new ground and pollinating art-making across this country, wide and far. With this embedded in their legacy and future, NW opened up their artistic leadership model to orientate their work beyond their hub in Brunswick and guide their key programs and activities.

In true Next Wave style, rather than having one Artistic Director, they asked for eight – an ensemble who are pivotal in generating ideas, extending networks and unearthing new artistic voices and visions.

The Artistic Directorate work with Next Wave for two years, curating and mentoring, shaping connectivity of artists across the continent and offering local perspectives on practice and communities. NW recognise the generosity and goodwill these identified mid-career and established artists inherently possess, and acknowledge the intrinsic value of their existing relationships, network and experience we bring to these positions.

Meet the 2021-2023 Artistic Directorate here.