Welcome to the Propel Team!

A very warm welcome is in order for our newest team members, Ashlee Giblett and Jarrad Seng.

Ashlee will be coordinating all things to do with National Youth Week and, after Lex Randolph sadly left our team last year, Jarrad will be taking over as Project Officer for YCulture Metro and other special projects!

We are very excited to have Ashlee and Jarrad on board and look forward to working with them this year!

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Become a Propel Member!

Propel loves helping out artists or artsworkers who are trying to break into their industry, who need a bit of assistance or advice in developing their ideas or who need a bit of help in getting the word out about their latest project!

To take full advantage of our services, which include being able to list your events, opportunities or news in this magnificent publication, become a Propel member! It's free if you are under 26 and allows you to have greater access to our resources. Plus you get a Propelpass which gets you discounts at key arts organisations around Perth!

Learn more about becoming a member here.

Martha Marcy May Marlene

Aside from being a great tongue twister, Martha Marcy May Marlene is a highly anticipated movie and debut film for newcomer Elizabeth Olsen.  Elizabeth has received awards for Best Breakthrough Performer and Most Promising Performer amongst other accolades for her role as a cult escapee. 

Propel is giving away ten double passes to the Media Preview Screening at Luna Palace Cinemas. To enter: like our page on facebook, ensure you are a Propel member and be the first answer the Who am I, What am I questions listed daily on our facebook page. Good luck!

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Nominate Someone for a WA Youth Award!

Do you know an outstanding young person, youth group or youth based organisation? The WA Youth Awards recognise the young people in your community who are truly exceptional in their pursuits.

Perhaps you would like to nominate someone you know for a Create! Propel Youth Arts Award, for young people who have exceeded in drama, visual arts, technical support, debating, literary or music activities.

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Love to Read?

The State Library is launching an outdoor reading room- the  Love2Read Cafe. The cafe will hold regular movie screenings and events for book lovers, including appearances from well known authors. So head to the Cultural Centre, pick up a book from the Love2Read cafe and enjoy the beautiful summer weather! All the details are listed on our website.

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Up Close and Personal

Proximity is going to get up close and personal with all things theatre, dance and art! Occupying every room in the Blue Room theatre- including the Propel Office- Proximity, a micro-festival of one-on-one art  takes audience intimacy to a new level, removing all barriers of personal space and enveloping the senses!

Want to find out more? Head to our website.

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Butoh and Contact Improvisation

Want to learn more about Butoh and Contact Improvisation? Get in touch with the Ankoku Buyo Collective- they are running workshops during February which help artists involved in Physical Theatre, Dance and Acting to improve strength and discipline. To find out more click here.

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Sideshow Macabre

Roll up, Roll up! See the Sideshow Macabre, the lastest show from Twisted Vaudeville Circus. Performing at Fringe World in February, Twisted Vaudeville reveals the secret side of circus life usually hidden behind bright lights and velvet curtains. For more information head to our website.

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Something Sweet

Want to hear some sweet new tunes? Local band, Spoonful of Sugar's EP launch is at the Bird in Northbridge this Saturday 21st January. Check them out as they play alongside Bears and Dolls and Edie Green. Find out more.

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Calling all Artists!

On April 1st, The North Perth group and The City of Vincent will be celebrating the businesses and people that make Angove Street and its surrounds a culturally unique place!

But the Angove Street Festival wouldn't be a festival without a little bit of art in the mix, so the organisers are inviting expressions of interest from all types of artists who think they can add something a little bit different to the day!

For more info click here.

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Free Gallery Hire at YMCA HQ

Looking to exhibit your work in 2012?

YMCA HQ Gallery offers free gallery hire for artists under 26 who earn less than $30 000 a year. If you are over 26 or earn more than $30 000 can hire the space for a nominal $100 per week. 

Learn more about the YMCA HQ Gallery here.

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Do You Want to go to the Seaside?

Sculpture by the Sea need incredible people like you to help them in setting up and running another successful event in 2012! You could be appointed as an educator, education volunteer, site crew member or general exhibition volunteer! For all the details read on!

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Drug Aware YCulture Metro

The Drug Aware YCulture Metro Program can be a real life saver- offering up to $3000 to put towards your next creative project. The program was incredibly popular last year so get your applications in soon to ensure you secure funding! To find out more about the program and check out past projects click here.

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Young People and the Arts Grants

Was your new years resolution to give your career in the arts a go? Well this could help you on your way. The DCA Young People and the Arts Grants might be able to inject a bit of mula into your next arty project! Find out more.

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