Midsumma is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organisation, bringing together a diverse mix of LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, communities and audiences. Our primary event, Midsumma Festival, usually runs over 22 days in Melbourne's summer (January/February) each year with an explosion of queer events that centre around hidden and mainstream queer culture, involving local, interstate, and international artists.
Priority for local LGBTQIA+ artists and performers, promoting and highlighting queer excellence
Inclusive and multi-generational opportunities for local, emerging artists through to professional practitioners
Broad cultural representation and creative diversity in performers and speakers
Recognition and celebration of LGBTQIA+ Elders and their experiences
A safe and appealing space for all LGBTQIA+ communities and allies
Martin Broadley (he/him)
Programming Administrator, [email protected]
Festival Dates: N/A
Arts professional with a multitude of skills in various facets of the industry, from front of house to box office, company and stage management to hospitality and producing. Previously working on a range of circus and cabaret shows and arts festivals nationally and internationally, as well as independent producing. Most recently working as Program Administrator for Midsumma Festival and Victoria’s Pride, a one-day street party in Collingwood celebrating LGBTQIA+ communities.
Brendan Cooney (he/him)
Program Manager, [email protected]
Festival Dates: 20 October