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Rooftop Movies Turns 15

06 Oct, 2026 · 4 min read

Fifteen years ago, ARTRAGE looked at the top of a Northbridge car park and saw an opportunity: why not put a cinema up there? In February...

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No Art. No Future.

11 Sept, 2026 · 5 min read

The world changes. Trends come and go. Technology moves faster than most of us can keep up with. But throughout all of it, one thing has...

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A look into NOAH SKAPE’S HUMAN ENTERTAINMENT

20 Aug, 2026 · 2 min read

Last Friday, ARTRAGE team and special guests were invited to an exclusive Work in Progress performance of NOAH SKAPE’S HUMAN...

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WA STARS

08 Dec, 2025 · 1 min read

wa talent. world-class energy. your support makes it happen. brought to you by artrage. Discover, develop, and launch Western Australia’s...

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ARTRAGE Celebrates WA Tourism Awards Wins for FRINGE WORLD and Rooftop Movies!

10 Nov, 2025 · 2 min read

We’re so excited to share that ARTRAGE has been recognised at the 2025 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards, with FRINGE WORLD and Rooftop...

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The Next Act Fund

16 Sept, 2025 · 1 min read

Congratulations to the FRINGE WORLD 2026 Next Act Fund finalists: SHOCK JOCKS, presented by Weeping Spoon Productions (WA) Yellow...

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Tomas Clifford On Tour

15 Sept, 2025 · 2 min read

Tomas Clifford is keeping the momentum going after winning the Martin Sims Award at FRINGE WORLD 2025.

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Applications Now Open: FRINGE WORLD & Inspiring WA Science-Arts Grant 2026

13 Aug, 2025 · 3 min read

In 2025, FRINGE WORLD partnered with Inspiring Western Australia to provide funding to support two artists presenting a STEM (science,...

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Rooftop Nails The Campaign And The Brief...

07 Aug, 2025 · 2 min read

Shouts out to Campaign Brief for highlighting the incredible impact achieved by Rooftop Movies for the 2024/25 season. ✨Highlights...

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Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence Take Home Another Win

25 Mar, 2025 · 2 min read

Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence presented by Crash Theatre Co., winner of the FRINGE WORLD Festival 2024 Martin Sims Award, have been on...

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From Ghosted to Glory: Tomas Clifford Takes FRINGE WORLD By Storm

21 Mar, 2025 · 6 min read

FRINGE WORLD Martin Sims Award Winner - Tomas Clifford reflects on a stellar 2025 season and what's to come...

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Comedy Gold In The Wild West

23 Jan, 2025 · 3 min read

At ARTRAGE, few things feed our soul quite like platforming local up-and-coming talent. That's why we just had to tell you about WA's new...

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Fringe WOW WOW is NOW NOW

17 Jan, 2025 · 3 min read

The wait is over! Perth’s most dazzling summer event, FRINGE WORLD Festival 2025, officially opens this week! From January 17 until...

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Winners Are Grinners — Martin Sims award winners set to take centre court at FRINGE WORLD

14 Jan, 2025 · 3 min read

FRINGE WORLD Festival is thrilled to welcome back 2024 Martin Sims Award Winners CRASH Theatre Co.'s Lady Macbeth Played Wing...

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A New Era for ARTRAGE

11 Oct, 2024 · 5 min read

Celebrating a New Headquarters and Board Leadership ARTRAGE, a trailblazer in Western Australia’s arts and culture scene for more than 40...

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Rooftop Movies Returns For Its Longest Season Yet!

19 Sept, 2024 · 3 min read

The city’s premier open-air cinema returns to transform the roof above the City of Perth Parking Roe Street Car Park into a one-of-a-kind...

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RE//Flecting at ARTRAGE

03 Sept, 2024 · 3 min read

In July of 2024, ARTRAGE, in collaboration with Tourism Western Australia, began a fresh and exciting chapter with the conception...

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What's On This Week at RE//PERTH

10 July, 2024 · 3 min read

After a first week filled with fam-friendly fun and other-worldly dining experiences…RE//PERTH’s final weekend is upon us.Don’t live...

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Time to Un//Wined at RE//PERTH

08 July, 2024 · 3 min read

While the kids are catered for with our epic family-friendly events in RE//PLAY, the grown-ups deserve a little something special too //...

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Reconnecting to Culture at RE//PERTH

05 July, 2024 · 3 min read

During the RE//PERTH festival we are proud to present events which keep us connected to indigenous culture and sacred lands. Reclaim...

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The Banquet by Fervor at RE//PERTH

03 July, 2024 · 3 min read

In offering a transcendent dining experience as part of RE//PERTH, we could look no further than Fervor. The roving dining experience...

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The Music Behind The Mirror at RE//PERTH

01 July, 2024 · 6 min read

Music finds itself at the heart of much of the incredible line-up of events at RE//PERTH. This is particularly the case with The Mirror,...

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RE//PERTH Winter Arts Festival Launches Next Week!

28 June, 2024 · 4 min read

This immersive urban wonderland will warm your winter cockles in Perth from 4 July to 14 July. The local legends behind Perth’s renowned...

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ARTRAGE Leaders Listed In This Year's Power 500

20 June, 2024 · 2 min read

In exciting news, three ARTRAGE leaders have been listed in this year’s Power 500!CEO Jo Thomas makes her Power 500 debut, ranking...

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Rooftop Encore Takes a Final Bow

30 Apr, 2024 · 2 min read

The stars twinkled one last time over Rooftop this season as Rooftop Encore concluded its four-week run on Saturday, April 27th. Local...

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Rooftop Encore Wraps Up This Weekend!

24 Apr, 2024 · 3 min read

The curtain is about to fall on a dazzling Rooftop season and you don't want to miss the grand finale. Rooftop Encore's four-week...

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The New Urban Arts Festival Set to Awaken Winter in the West

22 Apr, 2024 · 4 min read

ARTRAGE, renowned for producing FRINGE WORLD Festival and Rooftop Movies, in collaboration with the Western Australian Government, is...

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Rooftop Encore Reviews Are In!

18 Apr, 2024 · 5 min read

Perth's entertainment scene is buzzing, and Rooftop Encore is the place to be! Recent reviews rave about a dynamic double-header...

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What The Yuck?! Get to Know the Yuck Circus 'Naughties' Crew

09 Apr, 2024 · 3 min read

From daredevils defying gravity to comedic masters bringing the laughs, this crew is ready to transport you back to a time of boy bands,...

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Get Your Sweet Tooth Ready: Meet the Cast of Tuck Shop!

03 Apr, 2024 · 5 min read

Sugar highs and dazzling performances are on the menu with the cast of Tuck Shop! These performers are more than just talented; they...

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Catch a Double Dose of Fringe Fun with Full Auslan Interpretation on 17 April!

27 Mar, 2024 · 2 min read

Join us under the stars for the Auslan-interpreted sessions of LIVE circus and cabaret performances presented by FRINGE WORLD favourites,...

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Live the High Life: Premium Experiences Await at Rooftop Encore

20 Mar, 2024 · 2 min read

Rooftop Encore is taking Perth's nightlife to new heights, and you're invited to join the exclusive experience! Imagine a night under the...

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Rooftop Encore Opens Next Month!

11 Mar, 2024 · 4 min read

This April, ARTRAGE presents Rooftop Encore - a four week season of LIVE circus and cabaret performances set under the Milky Way! Join...

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Unveiling Rooftop Encore: A Spectacular Season of Circus and Cabaret Under the Stars!

16 Feb, 2024 · 3 min read

Buckle up for a 4-week live circus and cabaret extravaganza atop the Roe Street Car Park, the home of Rooftop Movies. Embark on this...

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Fringe Favourite Ginava is heading to New York City!

05 Dec, 2023 · 3 min read

Perth's illustrious drag artist Ginava (Blake Anderson), has triumphed in securing a coveted spot in the esteemed International Fringe...

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The Hot Seat with Jo Thomas

07 Nov, 2023 · 7 min read

It's an exciting time for ARTRAGE and FRINGE WORLD as our new CEO Jo Thomas is now in office! We asked Jo for the inside scoop on what...

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ARTRAGE RAFFLETASTIC BONANZA

06 Oct, 2023 · 2 min read

Fasten your seatbelts and hit the piggy bank because the team at ARTRAGE are giving you the chance to win the ultimate ‘ARTRAGE ALL...

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Rooftop Movies Returns!

28 Sept, 2023 · 2 min read

Tickets are on sale now for Perth’s favourite open-air cinema! Prepare for an epic season of cinematic thrills under the stars stunning...

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ARTRAGE CEO Announced

07 Aug, 2023 · 2 min read

Experienced Artistic Director and Arts Leader Jo Thomas has been appointed as the CEO of ARTRAGE! Ms Thomas is currently the CEO/Artistic...

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ARTRAGE IMPACT REPORTED

12 July, 2023 · 2 min read

The ARTRAGE 2022/23 Annual Impact Report reveals impressive growth in our post-Covid State, showcasing the outstanding impact we have had...

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ARTRAGE's First Ever Donor Impact Report

29 June, 2023 · 2 min read

Thank you to all of our Donors, for helping us make a difference Using ticketing, survey and financial data, including economic impact...

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Our First Free Range Project Development - Madre Muerte by OFF-base Dance Company

30 May, 2023 · 3 min read

ARTRAGE launched Free Range in 2022, to provide a platform for Western Australian independent artists to develop their projects in a...

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We're seeking a dynamic CEO!

24 Apr, 2023 · 2 min read

ARTRAGE, the producer of FRINGE WORLD, is recruiting for an exceptional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as we approach the significant...

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ARTRAGE CEO announces resignation after successful term

02 Mar, 2023 · 5 min read

CEO Sharon Burgess has today announced her resignation from ARTRAGE, the non-for-profit cultural charity organisation that is...

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Top-floor Bogan-inspired comedy in a Perth first

23 Feb, 2023 · 3 min read

ARTRAGE and BS Productions will proudly present the world premiere of Bogan Literature: Pride & Prejudice this April. This unique...

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OFF-base Dance goes Free Range thanks to ARTRAGE philanthropy

31 Jan, 2023 · 5 min read

ARTRAGE is developing its first philanthropic-funded project, Madre Muerte, a collaboration with OFF-base Dance.Supported through...

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Rocky Wrap!

20 Dec, 2022 · 3 min read

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Immersive Spectacular show has finished an awesome tour run!We had a blast visiting twelve towns across...

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ARTRAGE Announces New Board Members

30 Nov, 2022 · 4 min read

ARTRAGE, the producer of FRINGE WORLD Festival and Rooftop Movies, has appointed four new Board Members who will contribute their...

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ARTRAGE receives funding for CBD Revitalisation Grant Program

23 Nov, 2022 · 2 min read

ARTRAGE is excited to share that we have been successful in receiving funding in round two of the CBD Revitalisation Grant...

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Thank you for donating to our first appeal!

06 Oct, 2022 · 1 min read

We want to say a special thanks to everyone who supported ARTRAGE's first fundraising appeal.With your generous donations, we’ll be...

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The mechanics of Free Range: A vehicle for the development and support of WA talent

20 Sept, 2022 · 4 min read

Valuing and supporting unique voices Championing unique and inherently West Australian voices is at the forefront of the Free Range...

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How ARTRAGE continues to bring Rocky Horror into the hearts and...

29 Aug, 2022 · 4 min read

To wrap the 2021 Girls School season, ARTRAGE produced The Rocky Horror Show Immersive Halloween Spectacular in October 2021. The show...

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Support ARTRAISE to give artists Free Range!

11 Aug, 2022 · 2 min read

In 2022, ARTRAGE is looking to new horizons and we have launched our inaugural Annual Appeal to help kick-start our next chapter. We want...

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5 Ways to Support ARTRAGE

03 Aug, 2022 · 3 min read

Love ARTRAGE and looking for ways you can support us? 1) Buy a ticket to a show! ARTRAGE has a bit of everything on offer, from nights...

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What’s the inspiration behind Free Range?

02 Aug, 2022 · 3 min read

In 2022, ARTRAGE is launching a new annual program, Free Range. Imagine... A kitchen sink drama in an actual kitchen. A ballet in a...

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New Giving Program for ARTRAGE

09 June, 2022 · 3 min read

Media Release: 9 June 2022 (embargoed until 12pm 9 June 2022) Today ARTRAGE launches a new giving program as the organisation looks to...

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ARTRAGE Impact Report looks to a bright future

18 May, 2022 · 6 min read

Media Release: 17 May 2022 (embargoed until 10am, 18 May 2022) Non-for-profit registered charity, ARTRAGE, has revealed the 2021/2022...

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ARTRAGE  Board boosted

02 Feb, 2022 · 3 min read

ARTRAGE, the presenter behind the arts juggernaut FRINGE WORLD Festival, has announced a new line up to its Board of Directors.CEO...

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We Can Dance thanks to new ARTRAGE event

06 July, 2021 · 3 min read

The arts and cultural organisation ARTRAGE continues to expand its producing portfolio with the Australian premiere of We Can Dance as...