Novatech Arts Innovation Fund for Adelaide Fringe 2025

Adelaide Fringe has announced the recipients of the Fringe Forward Grants, an initiative designed to support the arts community year-round. This funding, made possible through partnerships with Novatech Creative Event Technology and Lumo Energy, totals $100,000 in cash and in-kind support to help South Australian venues with operational costs, staffing, and accessibility enhancements.

Novatech Arts Innovation Fund Recipients

The Novatech Arts Innovation Fund was awarded to:

• Fool’s Paradise
• Multicultural Comedy Hub – Ibis Hotel
• The Warehouse Theatre
• The GC Grand Central at The Arts Theatre
• Nineteen Ten

Ashley Gabriel, Director of Sales & Marketing at Novatech said, “The Novatech Arts Innovation Fund is all about pushing boundaries and providing artists and venues with the tools they need to deliver big ideas! We’re excited to see how this year’s grant recipients will leverage our support to bring their innovative ideas to life and contribute to the diverse landscape of Adelaide Fringe.”

Lumo Energy Venue Grants Recipients

The Lumo Energy Venue Grants were awarded to:

• Holden Street Theatres
• Nexus Arts Venue
• Prompt Creative Centre
• The Jade

David Holman, General Manager, Lumo Energy said, “At Lumo Energy, we believe in empowering venues to create inclusive and sustainable experiences. The Lumo Energy Venue Grants allow independent venues to overcome operational challenges, allowing them to deliver exceptional experiences during Adelaide Fringe. We’re proud to play a role in supporting these spaces and helping make the festival more accessible and sustainable for everyone.”

Libby Trainor Parker from Prompt Creative Centre says, “Our team is looking forward to hosting our third Adelaide Fringe season, and thanks to this grant funding we will be able to deliver our biggest program yet while maintaining an artist-centred focus.”

For a full list of 2025 grant recipients, visit http://adlfrin.ge/grants25

The 2025 Adelaide Fringe season will run from Friday 21 February – Sunday 23 March.