APAM provides a platform for Australian theatre, dance, music and experimental arts to connect with both national and international opportunities. APAM gatherings will take place in Boorloo/Perth, Western Australia, in 2026, 2028, and 2030.

APAM, a strategic initiative of Creative Australia, will be delivered by PAC Australia. This program is supported by Creative Australia and the Western Australian Government’s Department of Local Government, Sport, and Creative Industries.

APAM 2026 applications now open

We warmly invite applications from Australian and New Zealand artists and producers to present at APAM and get your work in front of international and Australian presenters in 2026.

Applications to be part of the APAM 2026 program in Boorloo/Perth opened on Wednesday 9 April and close on Monday 26 May, 2025 at 11.59pm AWST.

Prepare for your application by registering for our upcoming Application Information Session, reading our Application Guide (also available as an accessible Word Document), and having a look at the Application Form Preview.

When you’re ready, you can start your application.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by Friday 18 July 2025. The APAM program will be announced when registrations open in September 2025.

For more information

Learn more about APAM including upcoming information sessions for Australian artists, producers and presenters, as well as international colleagues via the PAC Australia website. For any questions, contact apam@paca.org.au

Stay tuned for a brand-new APAM website, launching soon.

If you’re interested in learning more about Australian contemporary performance contact international@creative.gov.au

View previous APAM Gatherings.