What Tutti Arts does

Tutti Arts Inc is a South Australian non-profit, registered charity and public benevolent institution that delivers multi-arts programs to learning disabled and neurodivergent artists. Founded in 1997 by Pat Rix and headquartered in Brighton, South Australia, the organisation operates across three locations - Brighton (HQ), Port Adelaide and the Barossa Valley (Nuriootpa and Mount Barker) - and currently supports over 200 artists weekly with a team of more than 50 staff members. Programs span eight disciplines: Dance, Screen, Music, Acting, Visual Arts, Multi-Arts, Choir and Kids & Youth, with a new creative-technology offering ('Technically Brilliant') covering AR/VR/MR launched in February 2025.

Tutti's commercial engine rests on five diversified revenue streams: (1) NDIS-funded program fees, where Tutti is a registered NDIS provider (provider number 4050000975) supporting agency-, plan- and self-managed participants; (2) donations and fundraising, including a Donor Collective membership program (Partner A$5,000, Supporter A$2,000 annually) and tax-deductible Donation Gift Cards from A$25 to A$5,000; (3) Australian and federal arts grants, notably Creative Australia's Plus1 matched-funding scheme (A$100,000 raised in 2024) and ongoing Arts South Australia support; (4) merchandise sales through the Tutti Arts online shop (CDs, prints, T-shirts, gift cards); and (5) artist bookings via five disability-led collectives (The Sisters of Invention, Beats Crew, Company AT, Sit Down Shutup and Watch, TGIF). Pricing for NDIS programs is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

The organisation is led by Creative Director Gaelle Mellis (2020 Australia Council National Arts and Disability Award, 2020 Geoff Crowhurst Memorial Award) and Executive Director Linda Williams (28+ years in the disability sector, formerly with Novita Children's Services and Mosaic Audio Visual). Governance is via a Board of Directors chaired by Beth Neate. Tutti's intellectual property is concentrated in brand reputation, two-decade programmatic expertise, the Disjunction digital platform (launched August 2024), the Tutti Pom Pom sector resource (with Carclew, September 2024) and an emerging international residency programme (South Korea partnership, October 2024).

Name

Tutti Arts

Legal name

Tutti Arts Inc

Website

https://tutti.org.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tutti Arts is a South Australian non-profit, registered NDIS provider and registered charity that delivers multi-arts programs (visual arts, music, dance, screen, acting, choir, AR/VR/MR) to over 200 learning disabled and neurodivergent artists weekly across three locations, supported by five disability-led collectives and a 50+ person team.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Arts and Community Cultural Programs

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (61161), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Musical Groups and Artists (71113)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts Education & Community Arts Programs (BPAGAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Performing Arts Organizations (Theater, Dance, Opera, Music) (BPAGAHAB), Personal Enrichment & Creative Arts Programs (EDAAAEAG), Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking) (MPAGABAM)

Keywords

• Disability arts programs
• NDIS provider services
• Multi-arts education
• Neurodivergent arts training
• Community arts organisation

Headquarters

HQ city

Brighton

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. NDIS Funding: Tutti Arts is a registered NDIS provider. Program fees are covered through participants' NDIS funding (agency-managed, plan-managed, or self-managed). Programs typically fit within the Increased Social & Community Participation category or Group Activities in a Centre category of NDIS Core funding.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Tutti receives donations through its website and Donor Collective membership program. They also achieved matched funding through Creative Australia's Plus1 scheme ($100,000 in 2024). Tutti is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient and public benevolent institution.
3. Merchandise Sales: Online shop selling merchandise including CDs by The Sisters of Invention, art prints, t-shirts, and donation gift cards ranging from $25 to $5,000.
4. Artist Bookings: Tutti performers (The Sisters of Invention, Beats Crew, TGIF, Quirkestra, Tutti Choir, Poco Tutti Choir) can be booked for events, festivals, concerts, conferences, and private events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tutti Arts delivers multi-arts studio programs in Dance, Screen, Music, Acting, Visual Arts, Choirs, Multi-Arts, and Kids & Youth for learning disabled and neurodivergent artists across three South Australian locations. Programs are registered under Australia's NDIS framework so participants can use their NDIS funding to cover fees. The organisation also operates five disability-led performing collectives (The Sisters of Invention, Beats Crew, Company AT, Sit Down Shutup and Watch, TGIF), an e-commerce merchandise shop, and an artist-booking service for external events.

Product overview

Tutti Arts is a multi-arts organization operating as a single integrated offering rather than a platform architecture. The organization provides arts programs across eight disciplines (Dance, Screen, Music, Acting, Visual Arts, Choirs, Multi-Arts, and Kids & Youth) at three physical locations in South Australia, supported by five disability-led collectives (The Sisters of Invention, Beats Crew, Company AT, Sit Down Shutup and Watch, and TGIF). A creative technology program called Technically Brilliant adds AR/VR/MR capabilities. An e-commerce shop sells artist merchandise including prints, music, and clothing. Programs are NDIS-funded and target learning disabled and neurodivergent artists across all age groups.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Company AT: An all-autistic theatre ensemble that produces original work informed by the experience of autism. The company also runs workshops for young people to develop their skills and create a professional pathway.
• Sit Down Shutup and Watch (SDSW)
• The Sisters of Invention
• Beats Crew
• TGIF – Thank God It's Friday

Products and services

• Dance Program Studio dance instruction for learning disabled and neurodivergent artists delivered at Tutti's Brighton headquarters, including Contemporary Dance and Let's Dance weekly sessions.
• Screen Program Film and animation program for learning disabled and neurodivergent artists covering animation, image manipulation, sound recording, camera work, editing, and photographic techniques.
• Music Program Multi-stream music program for learning disabled and neurodivergent artists, including Beats Workshops (beatboxing, DJing, club nights), Quirkestra (experimental instrumental), Music Experience (singing, rhythm, harmony), Voice Specialist, and Radio Tutti podcasts.
• Acting Program Performance skills development for stage and screen led by director Catherine Fitzgerald, including Company AT, an adult theatre ensemble for autistic actor-performers.
• Visual Arts Program Studio visual arts program for adults incorporating painting, drawing, printmaking, digital art, and sculpture, delivered at Brighton, Port Adelaide, and Nuriootpa in the Barossa Valley.
• Choir Program Choir program comprising four groups: Tutti Choir (60 members), Poco Tutti (20 members), The Gathering Wave in Mt Barker, and Club Tutti informal singing group.
• Kids & Youth Program Supported out-of-school-hours arts programs for neurodivergent and learning disabled young people focusing on visual arts and performing arts, including TKY Music & Drama and AT This Place.
• Technically Brilliant Creative technology program exploring augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality for neurodivergent young people in the Barossa Valley.
• The Sisters of Invention Groundbreaking all-female pop group of learning-disabled artists, formed in 2010 and powered by Tutti Arts, with two released albums and award-winning national recognition.
• Beats Crew Group of 11 learning-disabled DJs running The Heart Beat Club club nights for disabled people and their allies throughout the year.
• Company AT All-autistic theatre ensemble producing original work informed by the experience of autism, also running workshops for young people to develop skills and create a professional pathway.
• Sit Down Shutup and Watch (SDSW) Learning disability-led collective presenting an international screen festival every two years featuring the work of learning-disabled creators, while promoting skills development through workshops and online resources.
• TGIF – Thank God It's Friday Singing group of seven talented neurodivergent and learning-disabled singers who perform popular cover songs and medleys with harmonies, led by Carol Young and Hayley Sommers-Cain.
• Tutti Arts Shop Online shop selling art prints, music CDs, clothing, paper products, and donation gift cards featuring original artwork by Tutti artists, with domestic and international shipping.
• Artist Bookings Booking service for Tutti performers (The Sisters of Invention, Beats Crew, TGIF, Quirkestra, Tutti Choir, Poco Tutti Choir) for festivals, concerts, conferences, AGMs, and private events.
• Disjunction Digital Platform Disability-led digital platform bringing contemporary arts into dialogue with disability arts practice, created through collaboration between disabled and non-disabled artists via commissions and exhibition-making.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 artists participate weekly across three locations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Department for Infrastructure and Transport (Rail Care team)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026Partnership for Brighton Railway Station Mural project. Designer Ella Simpson from Ink and Ruby Studios worked with Tutti artists to create a colourful mural on the signal hut. The project brightens the station and helps prevent graffiti.
• Co-art Studio, Peeling Media, IZZA IZZA, Artspace Seochon (South Korea)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2024International partnership for artist residency exchange. Lewis Constantine undertook residency in South Korea in October 2024, with reciprocal residency planned for a Korean artist at Tutti.
• SAHMRI, Adelaide University, Flinders University, Be Well Co, Office of the Public AdvocatecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Sit Down Shutup and Watch (a Tutti collective) worked with these organisations to develop resources explaining wellbeing concepts for people with disabilities. Created resources for the 'Living My Life' project.
• City of Charles SturtminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported Nathan Smith's 'The Weight of Wings' exhibition at the City of Charles Sturt Civic Centre.
• CarclewminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with Tutti Arts to develop the Tutti Pom Pom free resource for youth arts sector supporting learning disabled and neurodivergent young people.
• Sungkyunkwan University (South Korea)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLewis Constantine and Tutti Visual Arts Coordinator Patricia Wozniak made presentations at Sungkyunkwan University as part of the international residency exchange.
• Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA), South Australian Museum, Carrick HillcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner institutions for the Disjunction platform pilot project 'Reaching Out' where learning disabled artists worked with non-disabled peers to artistically respond to leading cultural institutions.
• Mission Australia (Southern Adelaide Local Area Coordinator)minorOthersLocal Area Coordinator for NDIS in Southern Adelaide region, helps participants access NDIS services.
• Baptcare (Eastern and Western Adelaide Local Area Coordinator)minorOthersLocal Area Coordinator for NDIS in Eastern and Western Adelaide regions.
• Feros Care (Barossa Valley Local Area Coordinator)minorOthersLocal Area Coordinator for NDIS in Barossa Valley region.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Restless Dance Theatre: Adelaide-based professional dance company creating inclusive work with disabled and non-disabled artists. Closest geographic and thematic peer to Tutti's dance program and overall disability-led arts model.
• Mind the Gap: One of the UK's leading learning disability performing arts companies, producing theatre, dance, and film with learning disabled artists. Directly comparable to Tutti's multi-arts disability-led collective model.
• Blue Teapot Theatre Company: Ireland-based professional theatre company of learning disabled artists producing original work and training pathways. Closely comparable to Tutti's Company AT collective in mission, structure, and outputs.
• Arts Access Victoria: Victoria's peak body for disability arts, delivering programs, advocacy, and resources for Deaf and disabled artists. Comparable to Tutti as a state-level disability arts infrastructure organisation.
• Access Arts: Queensland-based disability arts organisation delivering multi-artform programs, NDIS-registered services, and artist development. Directly comparable in program breadth and NDIS-aligned funding model.

Broad incumbents

• Performing Lines: National producing body that creates and tours Australian contemporary performance. Comparable as a broader performing arts presenting/producing infrastructure player, though not disability-specialist.
• Carclew: South Australia's centre for children's and young people's arts, partnering with Tutti on the Tutti Pom Pom resource. Comparable as a state-level youth arts organisation working at the intersection with disability arts.
• Big hART: Australian social-impact arts organisation producing work with marginalised communities. Comparable to Tutti in using arts for social outcomes at national scale, though not exclusively disability-focused.

Regional players

• Stompin: Launceston-based contemporary dance organisation supporting young people. Comparable in youth dance development focus but operates in Tasmania, not directly competing with Tutti in South Australia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCn5WWwqcs8DDlc_fMF5-SPw
• Facebookfacebook.com/TuttiInc
• Xx.com/tutti_arts

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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