An Annual Fundraising Event Supporting Local Artists
outdoor concert
The annual Summer Gala Soirée celebrates Australia Day by featuring local West Australian artists in a 2 hour outdoor concert. Proceeds raised will be donated to Friends of the Academy to assist WAAPA students with grants to help organise secondments and showreels.
Family Friendly picniC STYLE
BYO blanket or chairs (preferably low), food and drink. A coffee van will be on site to provide hot and cold drinks.
EARLY EVENING TIME
The concert commences at 5.00 pm and concludes by 7.00 pm, to not make it a late night for those who work the following day.
sceniC LOCATION
Woodbridge at Mandoon in Guildford is a historic venue alongside the Swan river, with ample free parking nearby.
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Here’s A CLIP FROM A PAST CONCERT…
Our Line Up
2027 performing artists
Testimonials
feedback from past concerts
I just wanted to say how much we enjoyed the concert on Sunday. To hear these stars of tomorrow in such a setting was really a wonderful experience. How good are they! This was our third time of attending and we look forward to it every time. A truly memorable evening.
That was a wonderful treat.
So lovely to hear such young local talented performers in a beautiful setting on an auspicious day – my best Australia Day ever.
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In Event News2027 Artist Lineup
We’re thrilled to announce our artists for the 2027 Summer Gala Soirée! With Alessandro Pittorino as musical director and accompanist.
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In Sponsorship
2027 sponsorship opportunities
We are once again extremely grateful to the Australian Cultural Fund for making it possible for tax-deductible donations to be made towards the Soirée to help offset our running costs.
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In Event Newswelcome sam claxton
Sam Claxton has replaced Laurence Westrip in the 2026 Soirée.