Louis Williams Arts Precinct

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Firbank Grammar School has unveiled its cutting edge new $5.5 million arts precinct to promote young women’s participation in the arts.

Principal Jenny Williams said the concept is central to ‘Making Space for Culture’, one of many ideas outlined in the School’s vision and extended strategic plan. “Creating specialist learning spaces equivalent to the best red-brick and Ivy League universities is essential. The transformation of older, traditional learning spaces and new expectations from educators and parents in the post-pandemic world have driven us to focus on all aspects of STEAM (Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Arts and Technology). It is required for well-rounded educational offerings with additional elements enhancing cultural life and well-being.”

“The new precinct is a breath of fresh air and bright light in the arts community that has suffered greatly during the economic crisis of the pandemic and received no additional Government budget funding.” Jenny said this situation threatened the viability of live music venues, small theatres, galleries and rehearsal spaces, and the affordability of studios, workshops and warehouses.

“But we want Melbourne and Firbank Grammar School to be known for its world-class cultural offerings – a city that dares to lead in curiosity and experimentation and invests in big ideas and new talent. The centre will specifically provide a basis for students to launch or explore arts careers and, backed by the School’s business studies offerings, makes the pursuit of the arts as a career a viable future for all to benefit from.”

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