AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoArts Funding: Performers and arts workers rallied in Melbourne for long-term support, warning that artists are leaving and cultural groups are closing. Victoria’s cultural funding has fallen 15% in real terms since 2021–22. Community Heritage: Johor Bahru’s Indian Heritage Centre draws about 100 visitors daily with community-donated artifacts, including ship tickets, rubber-tapping tools and century-old land records. Living Traditions: Laos’ beloved larb dish is moving closer to UNESCO intangible heritage recognition, with a decision expected in December. Festival Calendar: Meghalaya schools will close statewide on Nov. 13 for Wangala, the Garo community’s post-harvest celebration of music, dance and gratitude. Cultural Crossover: Qatari designer Hissa Al-Khuzaei is bringing Sadu weaving motifs together with Mexican dance-inspired forms in a Formula One driver’s helmet.
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