QPAC CONGRATULATES WEALTH OF LIVE PERFORMANCE TALENT

2015 HELPMANN NOMINEES

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) today congratulated the nominees for Helpmann Awards announced last night at ceremonies across the country.

QPAC Chief Executive John Kotzas said the Helpmann Awards recognise and honour distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in the many disciplines across the nation’s vibrant and dynamic industry.

“Each year the Helpmann’s throws a spotlight on the size and scope of our arts industry and it is great to see it continuing to thrive all over the country.

“I understand that this year the Helpmann Awards committee received over 800 separate entries over 42 categories. All the nominees should be very proud of being recognised within these prestigious national industry awards.

“It is pleasing that a large number of productions which QPAC has co presented or supported have been nominated in this year’s awards including:

The inaugural Brisbane Baroque’s Faramondo – nominated for awards in eight categories – the most for any opera in this year’s awards

Carnival of The Animals for Best Presentation for Children, a co presentation with Brisbane based circus company Circa and QPAC

Natalie Weir’s The Red Shoes presented by Expressions Dance Company and QPAC – nominated in three award categories

The Perfect American – Dan Potra nominated for Best Scenic Design, presented by Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland in association with QPAC and Griffith University

The Sixteen for Best Chamber and Instrumental Ensemble Concert presented by Melbourne Recital Centre, Sydney Opera House, Perth International Arts Festival, QPAC and Australian National University of Music, Llewellyn Hall.

Mr Kotzas added “as part of the artistic community, not only in Queensland but within Australia, QPAC continually collaborates with local and international organisations to enable the presentation of the best in live performance which engages and entertains audiences across a wide range of genres.

“On behalf of our presenting partners we are honoured to be recognised among the many talented people who work hard to create and present artistic product and cultural experiences that touch millions of Australians every year.

“We wish all the nominees all the best of luck for the awards next month,” said Mr Kotzas.

For a full list of Helpmann Award nominations please go to:

www.helpmannawards.com.au
Cindy Ullrich