This global gathering brings together artists, producers, presenters, academics, students, and sector leaders to explore the theme Out of Lines — an invitation to challenge norms, cross disciplines, and spark bold new thinking.

From thought-provoking panels and interactive forums to keynote provocations and pop-up performances, the Summit offers an intimate and fully-catered experience designed to break down industry silos and nurture real-world partnerships. Expect research insights, radical ideas, and rich storytelling from across Australia and the globe, including voices from CALS (Circus: Arts, Life and Sciences), Australian circus companies, independent artists, youth circus leaders and more. 

Join us as we stretch the limits of what circus is...and what it could become. 

Explore the program at nica.com.au/summit25

Pricing & Ticket structure

Single pass and full 3-Day passes available.

Supporter Ticket: $250 - $650 + Booking Fee
Standard Ticket: $150 - $375 + Booking Fee
Individual or Artist Ticket: $100 - $250 + Booking Fee

We operate on a values-based pricing model. If your organisation has capacity, we invite you to select the Supporter Ticket to help make this event accessible to the wider circus community.  

Looking for Digital Tickets?
Head to our streaming platform: Australian Digital Concert Hall to sign up! $100.00 AUD gives you access to all three days, and you can watch the reply up to 7 days post event. 

Location

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Building accessibily information: https://www.nica.com.au/accessibility 

PARKING AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Please note there is limited on street car parking availability around NICA. If departing our venue late at night, please respect our neighbours and keep noise to a minimum. Please obey parking street signs and restrictions.

Stonnington Council operates a number of outdoor car parks that are a short walk from NICA.
These include:
- Windsor Station Carpark, 28 Chapel Street - ticketing paid parking, Monday - Sunday all day
- James Street Carpark, 8 Lincoln Place - free 2 hour parking, Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm

Trams and Trains:

From Flinders Street Station take the Sandringham Line train to Windsor or Prahran Stations. The Number 6 Glen Iris Tram runs along Swanston Street. The closest stop is on the corner of High and Chapel Streets. Trams operate from 5.30am to 12.00pm midnight and with extended services available on Friday and Saturday nights. Visit metlinkmelbourne.com.au for timetable information.