About Us

Based in Sydney, The Festivalists is a non-profit company specialising in the production of film festivals and cultural events. Our mission is to fuse culture with entertainment and develop audiences for Australian and international artists. We exist to  present work in a stimulating, entertaining context, creating an experience that is accessible to all audiences.

Click on the menu above to explore our events:
- Jurassic Lounge | after-hours bar & live art sessions at the Australian Museum (3rd season Jan-Apr 2012)
- Young At Heart | Seniors Film Festival & NSW tour (7th edition March 2012)
- Possible Worlds  | Sydney's Canadian Film Festival (7th  edition Aug 2012)
- Access All Areas | film festival made accessible to people with disabilities & national tour (5th edition Nov 2012)
- Kino Sydney | monthly short film night (over 54 sold out events since 2006)
- Kino Kabaret | annual filmmaking workshop (7th edition Oct 2012)

We also work with third parties on event programming, production and audience development. Our clients include:

Please contact us if you would like your organisation to host a screening or event with our help.

Mathieu Ravier, Director | matt[at]thefestivalists.com
Karina Libbey, Festivals Manager | karina[at]thefestivalists.com
Nick Jarvis | Sponsorship & Marketing Manager | nick@thefestivalists.com
Adele Moleta, Festivals Coordinator | adele[at]thefestivalists.com
Tim Mall, Festivals Coordinator | tim[at]thefestivalists.com

Original founders: Marianne Alla & Mathieu Ravier

THE Festivalists Ltd | 
Physical address: Suite 505, 661 George St, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia | 
Postal address: PO BOX K1099, Haymarket 1240 NSW Australia | 
Tel: +61 (02) 9281 5608