2017
China
David Musgrave is a widely anthologised poet, author and founder of Puncher & Wattmann Publishing House. At The Beijing Center for Chinese Studies, David will research Chinese poetry to inform his new collection, and explore future avenues for publishing partnerships and collaborations.
Kane Forbes is a theatre-maker, facilitator and writer with two decades experience in performance and management. While in Shanghai, Kane will develop resources for artists working between China and Australia as well as a new contemporary theatre production for young people and their families.
Kim Machan is founding director of MAAP-Media Art Asia Pacific, developing major curatorial projects in Australia and the Asian region since 1998. While based at the media art and architectural design focused OCAT Shanghai, Kim will explore new project opportunities and develop a new collaborative exhibition in partnership with the museum.
Shian Law will be based at Q-Space in Beijing, a new grassroots collective space dedicated to the empowerment of LGBTQ+ and women through arts and intercultural exchange. The Melbourne based artist will undertake research for a new performance and conduct training at the Academy of Chinese Traditional Opera.