Perth Festival
In 1953 UWA Professor Fred Alexander brought to life his vision of a ‘festival for the people’.
As with UWA’s involvement with the community, the Festival has been growing ever since. From its humble beginnings as a community arts experiment to the international extravaganza it’s become, Perth Festival has always been a pride and joy of our university. Perth Festival now stands as Australia’s premier curated arts festival and one of the greatest in the world.
Be inspired – join us on campus and across Perth for the 2025 Festival season.
Experience an unforgettable night of cinema under the stars at UWA's stunning Somerville Auditorium! Nestled among majestic pines, Lotterywest Films presents a curated selection of captivating stories from around the globe. Perfect for summer evenings, this iconic outdoor cinema experience invites you to be inspired, moved, and delighted by world-class films in an enchanting setting.
The 2025 Perth Festival looks to the future of art and the world we inhabit together, through a program that is simultaneously contemporary and nostalgic.ANNA REECE
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
PERTH FESTIVAL
Explore UWA's vibrant arts and culture scene.