Nexus Arts

Nexus Arts Nexus is committed to fostering contemporary culturally diverse artistic excellence and innovation t

Over the last 30 years Nexus Arts has worked consistently to create performance and presentation opportunities, develop programs, and to advocate for inclusion of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) artists and communities within mainstream arts. Nexus’ programs have challenged and questioned cultural stereotypes and have generated critical debate within both contemporary arts and communi

ty contexts. Nexus is committed to fostering contemporary culturally diverse artistic excellence and innovation through our diverse programs and presentation opportunities. Nexus strives to be a national leader in culturally diverse arts presentation.

ONE WEEK TO GOJourney through the historical musical worlds of Greece, Syria and Persia with Baroque Strings.Following t...
04/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO

Journey through the historical musical worlds of Greece, Syria and Persia with Baroque Strings.

Following the success of Old Worlds and New, Adelaide Baroque returns with guest artists from Adelaide and Brisbane for a dynamic meeting of period instruments, contemporary rhythms and improvisation.

Friday 11 September, 7pm and Saturday 12 September, 3pm and 7pm at the Nexus Arts venue.

Three performances only. Book your tickets via the link in our bio.

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Indigenous artists and groups — this one’s for you! The International Indigenous Music Summit (IIMS) is calling for Indi...
03/09/2026

Indigenous artists and groups — this one’s for you!

The International Indigenous Music Summit (IIMS) is calling for Indigenous artists and groups to apply for a showcase opportunity at IIMS 2027, taking place 31 May–4 June 2027 in Tkaronto | Toronto, Northern Turtle Island.

If you’re an Indigenous artist or group looking to share your music with an international audience, this could be an exciting opportunity to connect, perform and be part of the global Indigenous music community.

Applications are now open but hurry. It closes Monday 7th September!

Find out more and apply via the link in bio.

Could you be the next generation of Arts Access practitioners?The WEIYU Program is designed to support the next generati...
02/09/2026

Could you be the next generation of Arts Access practitioners?

The WEIYU Program is designed to support the next generation of Arts Access Coordinators and Consultants in South Australia, through knowledge sharing and mentorship from experienced practitioners.

Led by Michèle Saint-Yves, Jude Gaffney and Meg Riley, the program will take place across 2027.

If you’re a d/Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent person and/or live with chronic illness or disabling conditions, and are interested in developing your practice in arts access, this could be for you.

Applications close Friday 30 October 2026, 5pm (ACDT).
Nexus Arts is proud to provide venue support for the program.
Find out more and apply via the link in bio.

Nexus Arts is proud to celebrate the close of the year with Convergence, a vibrant final season of live music and visual...
01/09/2026

Nexus Arts is proud to celebrate the close of the year with Convergence, a vibrant final season of live music and visual arts by culturally diverse artists from across Australia.

Convergence is where different paths, ideas, cultures and creative practices meet, creating space for something new to emerge.

This season, Nexus Arts brings artists together across musical traditions, cultural perspectives and contemporary practices. Across the program, folk meets chamber music, Punjabi music meets string quartet, classical composition meets electronic soundscapes, and culturally diverse artists connect through the Interplay Performance series.

At its heart, Convergence is a celebration of collaboration and exchange. These performances go beyond placing artists side by side, they create moments where traditions intersect, influence one another and evolve.

Explore the full program via the link in bio.

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We’re excited to announce Michèle and Andrea as the 2027 recipients of the Cultivate x Nexus Arts Performance Residency,...
31/08/2026

We’re excited to announce Michèle and Andrea as the 2027 recipients of the Cultivate x Nexus Arts Performance Residency, presented in partnership with Adelaide Fringe.

Both artists bring rich and distinctive practices to the residency.

Over the coming months, they’ll have dedicated time, space and support to experiment and develop new work at Nexus Arts.

We can’t wait to see where their creative journeys take them.

Congratulations, Michèle and Andrea!



Michèle is a multi-award-winning writer, director and Arts Access practitioner whose work spans performance, screen and poetry. Her practice explores storytelling through an access-centred lens.

Andrea is a Brazilian multidisciplinary performing artist, theatre-maker and educator whose work explores identity, memory, migration and autobiographical storytelling through intimate, visually driven performance.

28/08/2026

A little glimpse behind the scenes of A Journey through Breath and Strings 😍

In rehearsal, Persian and Indian musical traditions come together in a dialogue of breath, strings, rhythm and melody.

Tomorrow night, these sounds meet on stage at Nexus Arts for a special performance exploring the connections between two rich musical traditions.

Join us for A Journey through Breath and Strings tomorrow 29 August, 6pm at the Nexus Arts venue.

Tickets still available via the link in bio. For a special treat, use code AJTBS50% 😉

Come experience the journey for yourself.

Ready to make space for your next creative project?Applications for the 2027 Nexus Arts Studio Residency Program are now...
06/08/2026

Ready to make space for your next creative project?

Applications for the 2027 Nexus Arts Studio Residency Program are now open.

Receive dedicated studio space, mentorship and support to develop new work in a culturally diverse and artist-centred environment.

Check the link in bio for more details.

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05/08/2026

East of West brings together musicians from diverse traditions to explore the connections between Eastern and Western musical worlds.

Through rich melodies, intricate rhythms and masterful musicianship, this performance celebrates the exchange of ideas, stories and artistic traditions that continue to shape our world today.

Experience an evening where cultures meet, traditions converse and music becomes a shared language.

Happening live on Monday 25 August at the Nexus Arts venue.
Tickets available via the link in bio.

[ID: Promotional video featuring highlights from past performances by East of West. The three artists are shown singing and performing in different live music settings, with on-screen text providing details for East of West at Nexus Arts.]

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North Terrace Lion Arts Centre, Cnr North Terrace & Morphett Street
Adelaide, SA
5000

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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