Claire and the board have their work cut out as the Tier 1 Regional Conservatorium, on the NSW Central Coast, is facing significant challenges during lockdown with all one-to-one lessons now online and the many schools, band and ensembles programs effectively on hold.
The impact for the performing arts community has been significant. At the same time, Claire also chairs the building committee which oversees the $2 million upgrade of the historic 170 year old building which houses the Conservatorium at 45 Mann Street Gosford.
"It's a difficult and challenging time and the mantra being adopted by the board is to ask management 'how can we help' - which is all about making the expertise of the board members available to the organisation during this crisis."