About

Arts Projects Australia (APA) is a leading independent arts and event management company dedicated to producing a diverse array of cultural events and international tours nationally and within the regions.

With a rich history spanning over two decades since its establishment in 1997, APA has cultivated strong partnerships with festivals, producers, and cultural organisations to bring captivating performing arts projects to audiences nationally and across the region.

APA currently assumes the pivotal role of event manager and producer for one of Australia’s most renowned music festivals, WOMADelaide – The World’s Festival, while also curating the international program for WOMAD New Zealand. APA also provides management services and presentation partnership to Adelaide’s largest winter event, Illuminate Adelaide.

Reflecting on its rich history, past projects include WOMAD Earth Station, the Australian Performing Arts Market (1998-2012), Adelaide Film Festival (2003 – 2009), the Australian International Documentary Conference (2005 – 2012) and the Festival Melbourne (2006) - the cultural program for the Australian Commonwealth Games. 

Delving into its portfolio of past ventures unveils a tapestry of unforgettable experiences. Among the luminaries APA has tours are the mesmerizing Cie Carabosse with their Fire Gardens spectacle (2020, 2024), the spellbinding performances of Ludovico Einaudi (2020, 2017, 2024), the dynamic presence of Angelique Kidjo (2019), the innovative reimagining of The Magic Flute by Komische Oper Berlin under Barrie Kosky's direction (2019), the infectious energy of Goran Bregovic (2019, 2013), the captivating Manganiyar Seduction crafted by Royston Abel (2018), and the evocative dance piece Nelken (Carnations) by Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch (2016).

Explore APA's history of its past tours and managed events, each a testament to its unwavering commitment to the arts and cultural enrichment.