Concrete Playground Has Submitted a Panel for Selection in SXSW Sydney — And We'd Love Your Support to Make It Happen

Creatives, makers, business owners and storytellers worldwide were surprised by the announcement last year that SXSW, the legendary festival of forward-thinking, was coming to the southern hemisphere for the first time with SXSW Sydney. Here at Concrete Playground, we were nothing short of delighted.

We're all about elevating play — and SXSW gives us the chance to do it on an even bigger scale. So, we're leaping at the opportunity. We've submitted a panel for consideration to be a part of SXSW Sydney — and we'd love your help bringing it to life. Keep reading to get the low-down on our pitch, then sling us a vote on the SXSW website.

ALL IN: WHY INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY-MINDED EVENTS ARE THE FUTURE — AND HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Across the last decade, the arts industry has been turned on its head several times over. What's emerged is more inclusive, community-minded events and creative spaces. Local, grassroots parties are pulling crowds and pushing boundaries in spaces often dominated by big-ticket events and artists. Music festivals are evolving to ensure everyone is welcome. And the internet has facilitated the rise of hyper-specific micro-communities.

This panel will take a look at the future of the live arts through the lens of this fast-rising, community-driven events scene. We'll be inviting some of the most exciting, forward-thinking curators and tastemakers this country has to offer to take part — from exciting multi-hyphenated talent like SOLLYY and leaders in accessibility like Ability Fest to staunch advocates for creative communities like FBi Radio and Dark Lab. We'll take a look at what the future has in store for live events and how we can take charge in fostering flourishing arts industries around the world.

To vote for this panel, follow this link.

 

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If you'd be interested in attending our panel, please visit the voting page to show your support. Voting closes at 11.59pm on Tuesday, April 11. SXSW Sydney will take place from Sunday, October 15, to Sunday, October 22.