Who hosts the Awards?

The Performing Arts WA Awards are proudly hosted by Artist Relief Fund WA, a registered charity supporting professional artists and arts workers in Western Australia experiencing hardship.

Learm more or apply for assistance at artistreliefwa.org.au.

When were the Awards held this year?

The 2025 Awards Ceremony, recognising productions staged in 2024, was held on Monday 7 April 2025 in the Heath Ledger Theatre.

You can see the full list of nominees and winners here.

When will next year's Awards be held?

The 2026 Awards Ceremony, celebrating productions from 2025, will take place in April 2026.

Exact date and venue will be announced closer to the event.

Is the Awards Ceremony open to the public?

Yes! Tickets are available closer to the event. Nominees and industry members receive priority access.

Is the event accessible?

The Awards Ceremony is Auslan interpreted. Details will be confirmed when ticketing opens.

The State Theatre Centre of WA - home to the Heath Ledger Theatre - is an accessible venue.

What is the dress code?

The Awards are a celebration of our state's live performing arts sector - dress to impress! Formal or creative attire is welcome.

How do I register my productions?

Complete our online registration form. A registration fee will be charged per registration.

We encourage early registration - at least six weeks before opening - so that our judges can attend.

Registrations for the current year generally close on 1 November and reopen shortly after for the following year.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information on opening and closing dates, please refer to the registration page.

Which productions are eligible?

Professional productions staged anywhere in Western Australia are eligible. This includes theatre, dance, musicals and opera.

Please note, we do not assess productions presented as part of fringe festivals, including FRINGE WORLD.

For full details, visit our eligibility page.

Who judges the Awards?

Our judging panels are drawn from a diverse mix of industry professionals, arts reviewers and journalists, and members of the wider arts community. See who's currently a judge and who's been on our panels in the past on our Judging Panels page.

Are the judges currently seeing shows?

Yes. Judges are attending registered productions that were submitted with sufficient notice.

How do you handle conflicts of interest?

We take conflicts of interest seriously and put actions in place to ensure conflicts do not affect the outcome of the Awards.

Can I volunteer?

Absolutely! The Awards thrive thanks to dedicated volunteers, including judges and committee members.

Click here to express interest in judging or here to express interest in joining our Awards committee.

Can I support the Awards as a sponsor?

Yes! The Awards are only possible thanks to the generosity of arts-loving partners and sponsors.

Visit our Partnerships page to learn more.