The J. M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice is a research centre dedicated to understanding and developing creativity. Be part of our cultural hub where leading literary, musical and multimedia scholars and artists can learn from one another and collaborate.
The J.M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice unites artists and researchers in creative writing, literary studies, music, and the performing and visual arts, promoting a vibrant community for collaborative, research-based practice.
Key interests include exploring how creativity is taught across all levels of education, examining the cultural impact of the arts, and understanding the status of creative practitioners in society. Regular masterclasses, performances, residencies, and public events further inspire engagement, reflecting Nobel Laureate J.M. Coetzee’s enduring influence.
Graduate researchers can access mentorship, collaborative research opportunities, and interdisciplinary projects to advance their creative practice and academic career within a supportive network of leading scholars and artists.
Research activity in the J. M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice is aligned with Adelaide University’s Creative & Cultural signature research theme which aims to inspire curiosity and imagination to improve lives and help shape a better future.
The J.M. Coetzee Centre’s research impacts the arts, culture and society through creativity, collaboration and critical inquiry into social, political and cultural challenges.
We foster artistic collaboration, innovation and research across creative disciplines. We aim to nurture creative practice, enrich cultural life, and examine how the arts influence education, society and the wider world.
Serving as a cultural hub, the centre enables innovative partnerships between practitioners and scholars, enriching artistic expression and creative research. This achieved through:
Meet the team driving interdisciplinary creativity, scholarship, and artistic innovation at the J.M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice.
Industry and cultural organisations can partner with us to co-develop innovative arts projects, support sustainable creative economies, and create opportunities for research-driven artistic practice and community impact.
Become part of our community by collaborating on projects and supporting our vibrant community of artists, researchers and creative practitioners.
Participate in public events, workshops, masterclasses, and performances that foster cultural engagement, lifelong learning and shared creative experiences.
We are committed to building connections across sectors while nurturing creativity and impact.
Friends and donors of the centre support our mission and gain exclusive event access and acknowledgment, ensuring ongoing innovation and creative excellence. We invite you to consider becoming a friend of the centre by donating to the JMCCCP.
JMCCCP actively collaborate with a number of industry partners including:
