When were this year's Awards held?

The 2026 Awards Ceremony, celebrating productions from 2025, was held on Monday 20 April 2026 in the Heath Ledger Theatre.

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.

Is the Awards Ceremony open to the public?

Yes! Tickets go on sale in the weeks leading up to the event. Nominees, special guests and supporters 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.

When were the Awards held last year?

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

How do I register my productions?

We require all companies to:

1. Complete the Registration Form
2. Pay the Registration Fee of $11 inc. GST per production
3. Provide details about your production's nominees

Please read the eligibility criteria before registering. You're welcome to email us if you’re still unsure about something.

Please register as far in advance as possible. We cannot guarantee judges can attend if less than six weeks' notice is provided.

We'll confirm your production's eligibility before requesting payment and production details.

When do registrations open and close each year?

Registrations always follow the same annual cycle:

• Registrations for productions taking place in the current calendar year close on 1 November.

• Registrations for productions taking place in the next calendar year open on 1 December.

Which productions are eligible?

Professional productions staged anywhere in Western Australia - including regional and remote areas - are eligible.

The Awards cover theatre, dance, musicals, opera, cabaret, circus and physical theatre.

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

For full details, please 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. Judges serve two-year terms. You can who's currently a judge 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 board members.

Click here to express interest in judging or email us if you are interested in joining a future awards committee or working group.

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.