Scratch Arts, based in Naarm (Melbourne), is an esteemed contemporary and queer production house that has been enchanting audiences with exceptional theatre and events since 2015.

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Initially established as an expansive community arts center in North Melbourne, Scratch Arts provided 20 artist studios, a 600-person capacity event space, a theatre, and a gallery. Throughout the years, Scratch Arts has garnered numerous grants and support from various government bodies, corporations, and arts enthusiasts.

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In recent times, Scratch Arts has taken great pleasure in producing a wide range of events for the Midsumma Festival, collaborating with the South Side Festival, and showcasing works on regional and interstate tours.

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Among the notable productions is "Moist," a riveting circus and comedy show that won the weekly award for Best Circus at the Adelaide Fringe in 2023 and the weekly award for Best Physical Theatre in 2022. Another remarkable event hosted by Scratch Arts is Q-Lit, an LGBTQIA+ literature festival that brings together Victorian LGBTQIA+ writers for workshops, masterclasses, panel discussions, and showcases.

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Scratch Arts is also renowned in Melbourne for hosting the monthly performance art club night, Blankë Pop. Launched in 2018, this captivating event regularly tours regional Victoria and other states.

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By collaborating with professional contemporary and queer Australian artists, Scratch Arts aims to elevate the profile of their art and make it accessible to a broader, non-theatre-going audience. Our mission is to experiment, challenge boundaries, and delight audiences through a diverse range of mediums, including physical theatre, circus, performance art, and community art.