Adelaide Fringe Welcomes Emily Farrell to Board of Directors
Mon, May 12 2025
Adelaide Fringe is delighted to announce the appointment of Emily Farrell to its Board of
Directors.
Emily brings a globally-informed perspective to Adelaide Fringe, shaped by her career across law, industrial relations, government relations and public policy in both Australia and the United States. After earning a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Adelaide, she relocated to New York, where she worked for six years in nonprofit legal advocacy and at a leading U.S. immigration law firm. There, she supported artists, designers, entrepreneurs and entertainers on complex visa matters — experience that aligns directly with Adelaide Fringe’s ambitions to grow international engagement and attract global talent to South Australia.
A proud Fringe-goer and lifelong arts supporter, Emily developed her love of performance as a cast member of the Adelaide University Law Revue from 2014 to 2017, a passion she continues to nurture as a regular (and nostalgic) audience member.
Emily Farrell said, “It’s an honour to join the Adelaide Fringe Board. As someone who has witnessed how the arts can connect communities across borders, I’m excited to support Fringe’s mission to be a bold, inclusive, and globally recognised festival. I look forward to playing a part in its continued growth and impact.”
Paul Hamra, Chair of the Adelaide Fringe Board, said,“Emily’s international outlook, legal background and experience working with global creatives will be a tremendous asset to Adelaide Fringe.We’re thrilled to welcome her at a time when the festival is expanding its reach and reaffirming its place on the world stage.”
Emily’s appointment reflects Adelaide Fringe’s ongoing commitment to dynamic leadership and global connection as it continues to deliver economic, social, and cultural value to South Australia.
A proud Fringe-goer and lifelong arts supporter, Emily developed her love of performance as a cast member of the Adelaide University Law Revue from 2014 to 2017, a passion she continues to nurture as a regular (and nostalgic) audience member.
Emily Farrell said, “It’s an honour to join the Adelaide Fringe Board. As someone who has witnessed how the arts can connect communities across borders, I’m excited to support Fringe’s mission to be a bold, inclusive, and globally recognised festival. I look forward to playing a part in its continued growth and impact.”
Paul Hamra, Chair of the Adelaide Fringe Board, said,“Emily’s international outlook, legal background and experience working with global creatives will be a tremendous asset to Adelaide Fringe.We’re thrilled to welcome her at a time when the festival is expanding its reach and reaffirming its place on the world stage.”
Emily’s appointment reflects Adelaide Fringe’s ongoing commitment to dynamic leadership and global connection as it continues to deliver economic, social, and cultural value to South Australia.