Euphorium is a private company specializing in the performing arts, and operates several programs, including
Youth Academy, a program based on improvisational theater and personal development. In addition to creators, Euphorium also emphasizes the development of
Artistic Products and encourages participation in
skill-building activities (eg through Sweet Orange Productions). The report draws on socio-economic data1 compiled for the ‘creative hotspots’
included in this study, and all Australian local government areas – as well as desk research, and a small but
diverse sample of key informant interviews in Geraldton. Pursuant to this aim we provide key statistics, discuss notable
‘hotspot’ enablers, and their context, and provide mini-cases studies which will be of benefit to the arts and
culture sector in Australia. edu.
1 https://research. However, we saw evidence of some disconnection
within the local arts and culture system, and the need for more joined-up facilitation.
The discussion ended with an explanation of a company called The Residency,. The research team gratefully acknowledge the assistance of the following people and
organisations for providing the information and insights that made this report possible:
Marina Baker, Gallery Officer, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
Ross Barden, ‘Volunteer Management’ Geraldton Cultural Trust
Jane Barndon, Artist
Fred Block, City of Greater Geraldton
Julian Canny, ‘Ringleader’/Producer, Euphorium Creative
Kim Canny, Majek Collective
Mark Canny, Majek Collective
Trudi Cornish, Manager Libraries, Heritage and Gallery, City of Greater Geraldton
Cam Fitzgerald, Artist
Paula Fletcher, Acting Coordinator Art Gallery and Cultural Development, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
Dr Howard Gray, Marine Ecosystem Expert and Economic Historian
Minna Hilton, Associate Producer, Euphorium Creative
Lynda Howitt, Artist (lyndahowitt. the ecosystem comprised many elements, but the connections were lacking)
audiences, particularly the difference between events and activities that were provided free versus
those that required a payment, such as selling art or attending a performance.