WOMADelaide director Ian Scobie said “fantastic weather, amazing audiences, and incredible artists” were at the heart of the success of the 2019 festival, which featured more than 700 artists and speakers from over 35 countries.

“This year’s line-up encapsulated the extraordinary diversity of the international arts and music community from every corner of the globe,” he said.

“From the world renowned Original Gypsies closing the festival on Monday night, to the eclectic collaboration of Yo-Yo Ma’s Silkroad Ensemble, the arresting and thought-provoking conversations started from WOMADelaide Planet Talks program, and the delightful discovery of The Leafies [plant sculptures made from leaves], from France’s Le Phun.”