Applications for 2022 have now closed however there’s still plenty of useful information below. Our rounds open in December each year. However, in the lead up to the festival there are callouts for certain shows and opportunities. Click the button below to see if there’s anything for you.
Ready. Set. Show time! Do you want to present work alongside 400+ provocateurs?
Here’s some dates to consider for 2022
Applications open
December 6, 2021
Hub applications due
January 23
Hub applications announced
January 30
General applications due
February 27
General applications announced
February 28
Fees, final marketing & contracts due
March 27
Program launch
Mid- May date TBA
2022 Festival
July 8-17
Why present at fringe?
The Darwin Fringe is a fun festival to present at and offers a very different experience to many other fringes around Australia and the world.
Great Audiences
The Fringe is a great opportunity to reach new audiences with your work. Darwin audiences are vocal, fun-loving and supportive.
Great Attendance
On average, Darwin Fringe shows sell 70% of their seats. This is due to having a small, vibrant festival, and to our affordable ticket prices. In 2019 more than 50% of shows sold out.
Community
As an open-access festival, the Fringe programs everyone from first-timers to seasoned pros. We hope to continue to build a community of ‘Fringers’ from all walks of life – meeting, collaborating, and enjoying each other’s art.
Loads of support
While we can’t produce your event for you, we will support you to ensure your event is a success! Your registration fee gets you in the program, on the website, and speaking to an actual person. No automated systems or long wait times here!
Manageable Commitment
Shows at the Hub usually have a small run of 2-3 performances and we recommend smaller seasons for other venues as well. This means your show will play to a packed out house and gives you time to participate in the festival as a presenter, audience member and workshop participants.
Want to know more?
CREATE AN ACCOUNT to download the Artist Pack and access the FAQ. Both are full of guidelines to help you apply, get ready and present at Darwin Fringe.
