Cabaret Fringe Festival 2025 is in the books, and what a festival it was! But as the curtain falls, we find ourselves at a turning point. As many of you will have seen in recent media coverage, the
funding and grants that have helped us deliver CabFringe for years have come to an end. We are a small, grassroots organisation, and the future of CabFringe is evolving – we don’t yet know exactly what shape it will take, but we know that the arts community needs champions now more than ever.
Read more about CabFringe and our history on our website.
Many of our dedicated Board members have been with us since 2019. They’ve given time, energy, networks, and heart, but now it’s time to make room for new voices, new energy, and fresh perspectives. Succession planning is vital for any healthy organisation, and we’re looking for people who can help guide Cabaret Fringe Association Inc through this stage of transition.
What we need from future Board members:
- Passion and time. We are a volunteer board – there’s no payment, but there is enormous value in being part of something grassroots, creative, and impactful.
- Preparedness for uncertainty. This is a time of change and challenge. We need people who can work with us to explore options, think big and small, and roll up their sleeves.
- Skills in governance, law, finance, and advocacy. Strong governance and strategic thinking are critical to our future, as is the confidence to be an advocate – in government halls, community events, and on the ground at the festival.
- Energy and visibility. This is a hands-on board. We need people willing to attend events, meet stakeholders, and be the face of CabFringe.
Importantly, the Association holds insurance to cover Board members for work done for the Association. If you are passionate about the arts and believe you can contribute to a Board that’s small but mighty, we’d love to hear from you. EOI details below. Whether you’re interested in the Chair role, the future Treasurer, or joining as a Board member, your skills and networks could help shape what comes next.
How to express your interest
Send us a brief letter (1–2 pages) and CV outlining your background, experience, and what excites you about this opportunity. Please email your EOI to info@cabaretfringefestival.com by 10th October 5pm, 2025.
Thank you for considering being part of this exciting (and yes, challenging!) chapter. Together, we can keep CabFringe’s creative spirit alive.
