The inaugural Adelaide Critics Circle awards were presented by former Premier Don Dunstan at a ceremony hosted by the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith, in the Adelaide Town Hall. The awards comprised cash prizes of $1000, supported by Living Health, the State's health, sport and arts sponsor.
Group Award:
Leigh Warren and Dancers
Individual Award:
Janis Laurs
Outstanding Emerging Artist Award:
Stephen Sheehan