MC at Darwin Festival 2024

Build up your public speaking skills with a paid gig at Darwin Festival!

LAUNCH and Darwin Festival have partnered to provide an opportunity for young people to MC at Darwin’s largest arts festival. Not only will you be mentored by industry legend Amy Heatherington, but also be paid to MC the Darwin Port Bandstand in Festival Park.

Applications are open to young people who are interested in MCing either solo or as part of a duo.

What you can expect
  • 2 x paid gigs on the Darwin Port Bandstand in Festival Park
  • 2 x skills development workshops
  • A mentor to support you to make the most of this opportunity
  • Networking with industry professionals
  • The admiration of your family, friends and Festival Park audiences
Eligibility

To be eligible for this opportunity you will need to be …

  • 16-25 years old
  • Live, work, study or play in Darwin
  • Available to attend both workshop sessions:
    – 9am-10:30am Saturday 3 August
    – 3pm-4:30pm Sunday 4 August
  • Able to MC for at least 2 nights during the festival (8-25 August)

 Applications close Wednesday 19 June