Cultural Ambassador Callout

Calling all change makers, storytellers, and culture lovers. 

We’re on the lookout for passionate, community-minded individuals from all walks of life to become Cultural Ambassadors for Perth Festival 2026. 

Since 2021, this groundbreaking program has helped open doors and break barriers – making Perth Festival feel like home for our richly diverse and multicultural communities. Now, we’re ready to go even further, with you! 

Scroll down to read more and fill out the expression of interest. 

EOIs have now closed. 

Who can apply?

This opportunity is for people from migrant, refugee or diasporic communities whose cultural backgrounds are underrepresented in mainstream Australia.

If selected you’ll be expected to: 

  • Attend a briefing with the Artistic Director on Tue 9 Sep 2025 5.30 –7pm 

  • Provide us with insights by attending focus groups between Sep 2025 – Feb 2026 

  • Help us spread the word! Share info on events that you’re excited about with your regular group chat or on socials etc.  

  • Attend three shows during Perth Festival 2026 as a group (these will be agreed in advance). 

  • Attend at least another three shows of your choice during Perth Festival 2026  

  • Participate in the Cultural Ambassador WhatsApp group  

  • Importantly, bring your community with you by sharing ticket offers with them 

  • Attend a post festival debrief meeting in March 2026 

We'll provide: 

  • An honorarium of $500

  • A set number of free tickets to a selection of Perth Festival 2026 events 

  • Discount codes to be used for yourself and to share with your community 

If you believe arts and culture should be for everyone and you’re ready to help shape that vision—we’d love to hear from you!