Applications now open for RAC Arena’s Limelight Music Support Fund
| For the fifth consecutive year, RAC Arena is giving local musicians the chance to step into the spotlight with the return of Limelight, a Western Australian only music support fund presented by RAC Arena with the support of West Australian Music (WAM). Continuing the venue’s proud commitment to supporting homegrown talent, Limelight supports the winning Western Australian act, and two runner-ups, with financial, performance and promotional opportunities over the course of the year. First introduced in 2022 as part of the Arena’s 10th anniversary celebrations, WA rising stars Boox Kid, Elianie, Ghost Care, Alter Boy, Angie Colman, Riley Pearce, Those Who Dream, Anna Schneider, GIA COMO and The Kickons have all received support from the initiative. RAC Arena General Manager Michael Scott added, “RAC Arena might welcome some of the world’s biggest artists to our stage, but supporting the extraordinary talent being created right here in Western Australia is just as important to us. “Limelight is about backing WA artists and giving them opportunities to grow, connect with new audiences and take their work further. Seeing what our past recipients have gone on to achieve makes us incredibly proud, and we’re excited to discover who comes through in 2027.” One talented musician or music group will be awarded the main package worth over $30,500, with two runner-ups receiving financial and promotional support valued at $3,000 each. The main prize includes:
Emerging WA musicians aged 18 and older are invited to apply from November 2-16, outlining their goals for 2027, and how the fund will assist them in achieving this outcome. The 2025 winners will be selected by a panel of industry professionals, including RAC Arena’s Michael Scott, WAM’s CEO Owen Whittle, TEG Touring promoter Steph Wong, award-winning journalist and editor of The Sunday Times Magazine, STM, Nathanael Cooper, and beloved RTRFM producer and presenter Pamela Boland. Last year’s major prize winner, electronic indie-pop artist Boox Kid (Jarred Wall), says the recognition has been instrumental in helping grow his career: Boox Kid said, “The Limelight grant has been a great boost for me in contributing to the release of my debut album ‘Kalyakoorl’ (meaning ‘Always’ in Noongar language).” “This project is incredibly special with the album being a blend of English and Noongar language. It’s a pop album sonically, but touches on various themes inclusive of Culture, Connection to Country and the healing this brings. It also aids in the preservation of language, so I feel proud that RAC Arena has been a part of this journey and supported my artistry and vision,” he added. WAM’s CEO, Owen Whittle says, “WAM’s partnership with RAC Arena for Limelight is continuing to showcase the exceptional music talent that our state has. While it’s always impossible to choose from the many incredible applicants, the winner and runners up are well developed local artists who we look forward to showcasing to the West Australian public.” To enter the Limelight music support fund for 2027, head to RAC Arena’s website from 2 November 2026 via www.racarena.com.au. Applications close at 8am AWST on Monday, 16 November 2026 and the winner of Limelight will be announced in early December 2026. |
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For further information, high-res images or to interview last year’s winner, Boox Kid, or a representative from WAM (West Australian Music) or RAC Arena please contact The Peach & Pineapple Co.
Chloe Smith | 0435 938 233 | chloe@peachandpineapple.com
Caitlin Irving | 0412 270 124 | caitlin@peachandpineapple.com
Zara Bryson | 0418 677 702 | zara@peachandpineapple.com
High res images of the 2025 Limelight winners can be accessed HERE
About RAC Arena:
RAC Arena is proudly owned and operated by VenuesWest and is the home of live entertainment in Western Australia. Located in the heart of the Perth CBD, we play host to the world’s best live music, sport, family, and comedy.
Since opening its doors in 2012, the Arena has attracted the world’s greatest entertainers including The Rolling Stones, Queen, Robbie Williams, Pink, The Wiggles, Celine Dion, Dua Lipa and Kevin Hart. Home of the Perth Wildcats, West Coast Fever and Perth’s annual tennis tournament, United Cup, we’re never far from the on-court action.
About VenuesWest:
VenuesWest owns and manages 14 sport and entertainment venues across the Perth metropolitan area on behalf of the State Government, including RAC Arena and Optus Stadium.
The organisation has a proud history of delivering world class sport and entertainment experiences by hosting major events that attract visitors to Perth while creating memorable experiences for Western Australians.
VenuesWest directly supports high performance sport through the provision of training and competition facilities, venue and event subsidies for sporting organisations, and opportunities for the community to engage with elite sport and athletes.
About West Australian Music:
West Australian Music (WAM) is the peak body for contemporary music in Western Australia. Operating as an independent not-for-profit organisation since 1987, WAM exists to connect, empower, and amplify WA music by serving as a comprehensive representative, advocacy, and service delivery body for the diverse community of WA musicians.
WAM works to be a strident advocate and a reliable support for WA music, connecting statewide and national networks and working to bring attention and appreciation for local music – every sound, every story, and every stage.
