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Under the stars, surrounded by majestic pines, coming together to see the world brought to life on the big screen. It’s a Perth Festival tradition. For over 70 years we’ve presented cinematic stories to adventurous audiences in a venue that inspires awe, wonder and a touch of mischievousness. And 2025 is no different.

Dates & Times

Mon 25 Nov 2024 – Sun 6 Apr

Doors 6pm 
Films start 8pm

Access

Tickets

$22.00

Location

Somerville Auditorium, 35, The University of Western Australia, Stirling Hwy, Crawley WA 6009

Notes

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Under the stars, surrounded by majestic pines, coming together to see the world brought to life on the big screen. It’s a Perth Festival tradition. For over 70 years we’ve presented cinematic stories to adventurous audiences in a venue that inspires awe, wonder and a touch of mischievousness. And 2025 is no different.

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Seating at the venue

Tickets are general admission, however like a lot of outdoor events some people use their own cushions or the Lotterywest Films blue cushions to save some seats while they go picnic. Please keep this in mind when picking a seat. If it's empty it's definitely free! 

More information can be found in our FAQs.

Getting there

Somerville is accessible by car, public transport or bicycle. 

Parking
UWA has many car parks patrons can access. Please refer to all signage in the car park for payments and duration. The closest car park to Somerville Auditorium, that does have access bays is:
Car Park 1
Located on the north side of the Recreation Centre
Entry via Stirling Highway
5 x ACROD bays

Transport 
Buses frequently travel past UWA along Stirling Highway and Mounts Bay Road. Please refer to the Transperth website for details. Plan your journey with Transperth on their website or call their info line 13 62 13.

Cycling
There are bicycle racks located at the entrance to Somerville beside the Recreation Centre.

Access info

Getting around
Pick up and set down is available in UWA's Car Park 1. A bay is allocated for drop off on the eastern side of the car park.

Level access to venue from paved entry.
Venue flooring is a combination of paving and compact dirt.

Visual story
View the visual story of Somerville Auditorium here.

Seating
Wheelchair seating is available on the centre aisle in the back row of the front block.

Two seats have been reserved on either side of these spaces for accompanying patrons.

Wheelchair seating is also available on the side of the auditorium. Speak to our lovely venue staff on arrival if you require assistance.

Hard backed plastic chairs are available for patrons who are unable to sit in the deckchairs. These chairs may be used in the wheelchair areas only. Speak to one of our friendly staff members if you require a chair.

Toilets
A universal access toilet is located in the foyer of the neighbouring Octagon Theatre. Additional accessible toilets are located in the Music building.

Audio
There is no audio loop available for performances in UWA Somerville Auditorium.

More Access information can be found here.

Enjoy summer nights at the best international cinema under the stars with a Lotterywest Film voucher pack and save!

6 or 12 pack vouchers may be used on any night to any film throughout the season. 

Buy yours here.

Order a delicious pizza from Charlies or another tasty treat if pizza is not your thing. You can even pre-order so it’s ready and waiting for you.  

You can also pack your own spread and be as gourmet as you like – or not! Bring your own booze or buy a drink from the bar.  

It can get busy, so BYO picnic blanket in case all the tables are taken. 

More info can be found in our FAQs

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