Arts firms and groups will benefit from more seed funding and facilities with the injection of S$115 million over the next 5 years to grow Singapore into a global arts hub.
Under the third phase of the Renaissance City Plan (RCP), new and improved arts assistance schemes will be introduced from early next year, including:
- the Arts Residency Scheme to support housing costs of Singapore artists residing abroad and foreign artists living in Singapore
- the expansion of the Arts Housing Scheme in 2010 to include another 15,000 square metres of housing space for artists, art businesses and specialised arts services
- new arts-related courses for fresh graduates and mid-career professionals
The Government will also set aside S$180 million to refurbish Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall into an iconic arts venue by 2013.
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