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Next Wave is a 10-month program with 2 streams: an artist development stream and a film & image production stream. Over the 10 months, 10 emerging artists and 10 emerging photographers/filmmakers will receive mentorship and training, collaborating on music releases, live sets, video clips, live shoots and portraits. The program will culminate in a performance opportunity and showcase of the creative works. There will also be 10 industry workshops, free and open to the public.
Artist Development Stream Criteria:
Ages 16+
Bands or solo/duo acts
Have a live set of original material
Have at least one song recording or demo and a song that you want to record/release
Film & Image Production Stream Criteria:
Ages 16+
Strong interest in still and moving image focusing on photography, directing and creative direction
Dates:
One weekend day per month 10am-6pm (times TBC) starting February 2026
Saturday 28th November - showcase date
Please note there will be a $10-$30 cost for artists to release their song through a distribution service. If this is a barrier, please apply anyway and let us know.
If you have any questions, please email mneale@playford.sa.gov.au or call 8255 5560.
APPLY HERE
Applications close Tuesday 13th January 2026.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome by Friday 16th January.
This program is made possible by Creative Australia and the City of Playford.