In this episode we discuss Melbourne Fringe artists and audiences, popular appeal and the idea of cultural democracy, populism, public space, uncommon venues and creative risk. We explore different artists’ relationships with Fringe and how the festival relates to its audiences, then we dig into the 2 distinct forces of Melbourne Fringe’s programming; the open access model, and curated or commissioned works.

Learn more: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/fringe/

This podcast has been made possible with the support of the Robert Salzer Foundation and the Besen Family Foundation.

In this episode we discuss Melbourne Fringe artists and audiences, popular appeal and the idea of cultural democracy, populism, public space, uncommon venues and creative risk. We explore different artists’ relationships with Fringe and how the festival relates to its audiences, then we dig into the 2 distinct forces of Melbourne Fringe’s programming; the open access model, and curated or commissioned works.
Learn more: <a href="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/fringe/">https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/fringe/</a> 
This podcast has been made possible with the support of the Robert Salzer Foundation and the Besen Family Foundation.

Hosted by Melbourne Fringe Creative Director Simon Abrahams and State Library Victoria Curator Kate Rhodes, this podcast unpacks some of the ideas and dilemmas that lie at the heart of Fringe's past, present and future.

Hosted by Melbourne Fringe Creative Director Simon Abrahams and State Library Victoria Curator Kate Rhodes, this podcast unpacks some of the ideas and dilemmas that lie at the heart of Fringe's past, present and future.

The Rest Is Up To You: Melbourne Fringe Festival 1982-2062

In this episode we discuss Melbourne Fringe artists and audiences, popular appeal and the idea of cultural democracy, populism, public space, uncommon venues and creative risk. We explore different artists’ relationships with Fringe and how the festival relates to its audiences, then we dig into the 2 distinct forces of Melbourne Fringe’s programming; the open access model, and curated or commissioned works.  Learn more: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/fringe/

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