Bouddi Foundation for the Arts Awards over $78,000 to spark the next generation of Central Coast Artists

In an inspiring celebration in early November, forty-two young artists from the Central Coast received grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 at the annual Bouddi Foundation for the Arts Showcase Awards Day at Wagstaffe Hall.

The Foundation, championing young talent on the coast since 2011, awarded an impressive $78,600 this year, empowering these emerging young artists to pursue their dreams.

Chairman, acclaimed actor and director John Bell AO, OBE, FRSN, led the presentation, setting the stage for an afternoon of song, dance, and even jaw-dropping acrobatics as ten grantees showcased their talents. Bell shared his admiration for the artistic talent flourishing on the Central Coast: "Every year, I am astonished at the depth of talent among young people from the Central Coast," he said. "And 2024 is no exception. Indeed, the level of artistry displayed seems to be improving despite the debilitating effects of the pandemic on the arts across Australia and the world."