Veteran Performing Artist Showcase

The Veteran Performing Artist Showcase is the launch event for FOVA26: a powerful, inspiring evening celebrating the depth and breath of creative talents of Australia’s Veteran community.

Hosted in the Primrose Potter Salon at the iconic Melbourne Recital Centre, this unmissable event brings together a dynamic lineup of current and former serving ADF members and families of veterans. Audiences can expect an extraordinary range of performances across contemporary and classical music, spoken word, theatrical monologues, soundscape and experimental performance, indie-folk ensembles and more.

Across two acts, the Showcase highlights the depth, diversity and artistry of Veteran performers, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience voices and stories not often seen on Australia’s major stages.

Event Schedule

Guest Arrival: from 6:30pm — bar open

Act I: 7:00pm – 8:10pm

Interval: 8:10pm – 8:30pm — bar open

Act II: 8:30pm – 9:30pm

This event is open to the Veteran Community and the general public, with bookings facilitated by the Melbourne Recital Centre in 2026.

Tickets will be limited and are expected to sell quickly.