MAPS will provide a flexible support structure that frees artists from administration so that they can get on with doing what they do well: creating work.
Kathy Keele, Australia Council for the Arts
Programming Guidelines
In determining whether we can assist independent projects, Performing Lines WA will consider the potential benefits and opportunities of the project:
Context... the audience to which a production may be directed, both nationally and internationally;
Touring Potential... the geographic areas it could tour;
Audience Development... the particular form of the work and the opportunity to encourage a wider appreciation of innovative developments;
Longevity... the ways presentation can extend the life and recognition of the work;
Impact... the potential of the production to contribute to the development of Australian theatre practice.
Selection of works is also determined by the extent to which a number of other criteria are met:
Innovation... the degree of innovation, how far the production progresses form, ideas and style;
Uniqueness... original qualities of the work - its spirit or emotional appeal;
Standard... the anticipated level of excellence and professionalism of the production;
Legacy... the ongoing benefit to the artist, the group or the company and the extent to which the involvement by Performing Lines WA will potentially encourage continuity or foster greater creativity;
Benefit... the direct benefit to the audiences and venues through staging particular forms or styles of work.