ABOUT

Described as ‘ecstatic, extreme and staunchly experimental’, SOFT CENTRE events are distinctively extra sensory. Since its inception at the Casula Powerhouse in 2017, SOFT CENTRE has championed the fringes of electronic music, sound art, contemporary dance, performance art, light works and new media art. Included in Resident Advisor’s Top Ten festivals globally (June 2023) and winner of FBi Radio’s Best Music Event (2017 & 2018), SOFT CENTE stands out for its cutting-edge cross-disciplinary programming, innovative use of unconventional public space and dedicated community.

Alongside the flagship festival in Gadigal/Sydney, SOFT CENTRE has produced major programs and commissions for MONA, Dark MOFO, Svbkvlt (China), Vivid, FIBER (Amsterdam), Now Or Never and the Sydney Opera House.

FAQs

  • SOFT CENTRE is an arts and new media organisation dedicated to supporting innovative and experimental art-making, operating on the stolen land of the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.


    Since its launch at Casula Powerhouse in 2017, our flagship annual festival has pushed the boundaries of electronic music, sound art, contemporary dance, performance art, light works, and new media art. With a focus on cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary programming and innovative use of unconventional public spaces, SOFT CENTRE has also showcased major commissions at venues like MONA and the Sydney Opera House.

  • This years program features a wide array of experiences including:

    • Workshops

    • Discourse program

    • Mixed reality cinema screening

    • Multi stage full festival day featuring DJs, live performances, performance art and much more.

    • Closing concert

  • If you would like to volunteer please email hello@softcentre.com.au

  • For all media enquiries please email hello@softcentre.com.au with the subject heading “*PUBLICATION NAME* MEDIA ENQUIRY SC25”