About Us

Bunbury Fringe was launched in 2016, with 24 shows/events/workshops in 5 local venues - the hub was found behind local surf shop Good Earth, the response was overwhelming. In 2018, the Fringe Garden evolved, adding another element to Bunbury Fringe, with a pop-up bar, food all night and DJ’s to see audiences through to midnight.

Year three saw the evolution to incorporation and the creation of a locally based, diversely experienced committee to help guide the event into the future. More locations, more events, and more people - both attendees and volunteers - saw 2019 exceed both expectations and projections.

In 2020, Fringe moved venue for the first time in order to accommodate a larger seating capacity - and, boy, did you guys fill those seats! 2021 saw us find what we hope to be a home at the Stirling Street Arts Centre. Our Garden stacked to the edges with happy faces and almost all shows sold out, the fifth year of Bunbury Fringe cemented for us that this festival was firmly anchored in the cultural program of Bunbury Geographe.

Bring on 2025, and the ninth year of Bunbury Fringe!

Thanks to originators Joel and Kelsie, the faith and commitment of sponsors like the City of Bunbury and many more local businesses, the hard work of the Fringe staff and committee, and the incredibly supportive patrons of Fringe, we are able to keep bringing colour and creativity to the Bunbury Geographe region!

Join the Bunbury Fringe Festival Committee

The Bunbury Fringe Committee is the energetic crew behind the scenes, guiding the festival’s big ideas, bold choices and brilliant experiences.

They meet throughout the year to steer the vision, support the Artistic Director and her team, champion our mission in the community, and help shape everything from marketing and fundraising to sponsorships and festival programming.

Committee members bring their smarts, passion and community spirit to the table, working together to make sure Bunbury Fringe continues to be a vibrant, risk‑embracing, joy‑filled festival that connects artists and audiences across the South‑West.

COMMITTEE

Chairperson

Paul Harris

Committee Member

Michelle Laine

Committee Member

Renee Chapple

Vice Chairperson

Cherie Fielder

Committee Member

Bec Pyke

Committee Member

Sarah Cawdell

Secretary

Susanne Becker Hammersley

Committee Member

Dan Depiazzi

Committee Member

Sarah Cawdell

Treasurer

Julie Broad

Committee Member

Stewart Bruyn

The Fringe Team.

Kerry Shaw
Artistic Director

Kerry has a valued reputation for the artistic direction and delivery of events, productions and programs across Western Australia. Kerry has a love for elevating the arts in regional WA creating cherished experiences for audiences; and supporting artists with real opportunities.

Kerry Shaw

Sarah Jane Bilston
Stage & Venue Management

Sarah Jane offers creative freelancing services throughout the South West, working to provide support for events, writing, and audio visual needs.

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Renee Carlson
Logistics

Renee is a trusted event curator and planner based in the South West. Being from the region, Renee possesses great contacts, especially in the local food and beverage space, that helps her create exciting and successful events for the local community.

Sam Wright
Design

Sam is full bottle on all things event branding! Backed by years of experience and a keen eye for detail, Sam is responsible for all design and branding aspects for the festival.

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Stephanie Power
Ticketing & Marketing

Steph brings extensive experience in creating vibrant, engaging marketing and communications for events and festivals throughout Western Australia.

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Isaac Salter
Site Manager and Rigger

Isaac is an Australian circus performer with a background in music, theatre, gymnastics and outdoor adventure education. He started his career directing community circus after studying at the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) before moving into events as crew, transport, venue and site managing. Isaac strives to push the boundaries of interactive and inclusive entertainment.