Darwin Festival has launched its full program for 2023, stretching over 18 days from 10–27 August. This year’s winter festival engages more than 850 local and international artists and packs in three world premieres, performances from the Darwin Symphony Orchestra, Opera Australia, Karul Projects and more. Ticket sales open on 2 June, with a two-day presale beginning at 9am on 31 May.

Darwin Festival’s Festival Park. Photo © Helen Orr.

This year marks the first festival under the leadership of new Artistic Director Kate Fell, succeeding Felix Preval, who had held the position for six years; she will provide creative direction until the 2025 Festival.

“Darwin Festival 2023 is an invitation to immerse in a unique, tropical winter play-space, rich with magical moments and deep Territory narratives,” said Fell.

“Once more, the festival offers a spectrum of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and culture, thrilling performances, and intriguing discussions, taking place across the cityscape of Darwin, and...