PAC Australia

PAC Australia (Performing Arts Connections Australia) is the national peak body representing performing arts presenters, producers and venues across Australia. The organisation supports a strong, connected and sustainable performing arts touring and presenting network, ensuring high-quality arts experiences reach communities nationwide.

PAC Australia works at the intersection of artists, producers and presenters, strengthening relationships and systems that enable performing arts to thrive across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia.

What PAC Australia Does

They provide advocacy, leadership and professional development to support the performing arts touring sector. Its work includes:

• National advocacy and sector representation
• Professional development and training programs
• Industry research and strategic leadership
• Networking and capacity building for presenters and producers
• Support for sustainable touring and audience development

By strengthening collaboration across the sector, PAC Australia helps ensure communities across the country can access diverse and high-quality live performance experiences.

Local Giants Initiative

One of PAC Australia’s key programs is Local Giants, an initiative designed to support the development and touring readiness of small-to-medium performing arts companies.

Local Giants focuses on:

• Building touring capacity for independent and regional producers
• Strengthening connections between artists and presenters
• Creating pathways for work to reach broader audiences
• Encouraging long-term sustainability within the touring ecosystem

Through initiatives like this, Performing Arts Connections Australia plays a vital role in nurturing emerging and established performing arts organisations.

Training & Sector Development

Performing Arts Connections Australia delivers tailored training and professional development opportunities for members and industry professionals. These programs focus on:

• Touring best practice
• Contracting and negotiation
• Audience engagement strategies
• Strategic planning and governance
• Sector leadership development

By investing in skills and knowledge, Performing Arts Connections Australia strengthens the long-term resilience of Australia’s performing arts infrastructure.

Why PAC Australia Matters

• National peak body for performing arts presenters and venues
• Supports sustainable touring across Australia
• Delivers professional development and training programs
• Strengthens collaboration between artists, producers and presenters
• Advocates for access to high-quality live performance nationwide

Connect with PAC Australia

To learn more about membership, sector initiatives and professional development opportunities, visit PAC Australia’s Official Website.