Council members

Council members

Introducing our Council members...

The governing body of the Australia Council for the Arts is called the Council. These men and women are chosen for their experience, passion, and skills. They generously share their knowledge and are a formidable force in moving the arts ahead in Australia.

They bring a wide variety of perspectives – all of which are important. They are artists, educators, business managers, and, of course, audience members. Our Council members represent the community and all the various art forms and the cast changes regularly. Read more about our individual Council members here. They share stories about how the arts have figured in their own lives: and where their passion and belief has come from.

James Strong AO

James Strong AO

Chairman

James shares a transformative arts moment

John Denton

John Denton

Deputy Chairman

John's first job was as a diplomat in Moscow

Kathy Keele

Kathy Keele

Chief Executive Officer

Kathy grew up with music, books and a singing dog

Chair of the ATSIA Board

Awaiting new appointment.

Chrissy Sharp

Chrissy Sharp

Chair of the Dance Board

Chrissy grew up in a big country town called... Canberra!

Chair of the Literature Board

Awaiting new appointment.

Louise Herron

Chair of the Major Performing Arts Board

Louise was appointed Chair of the MPA Board and a member of council on 16 June 2011.

Matthew Thumb

Dr Matthew Hindson

Chair of the Music Board

Dr Matthew Hindson AM was appointed Chair of the Music Board and a member of Council for three years from 14 May 2009.

Stephen Armstrong

Chair of the Theatre Board

Stephen Armstrong was appointed Chair of the Theatre Board in August, 2011.

Prof Ted Senll AM

Prof Ted Snell

Chair of the Visual Arts Board

For Ted, it all started with a shed

Ken Lloyd AM

Community Interest Representative

Mr Lloyd was appointed a Community interest representative in June 2011

Sam Mostyn

Community Interest Representative

Sam Mostyn was appointed a Community Interest Representative in June 2010.

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