Come along and celebrate entertainment and creativity with the incredible pool of talent that is the heartbeat of Geelong's creative community.
Prepare to be dazzled as Geelong Arts Centre opens its doors for a thrilling Community Open Day on Sunday 20 August, marking the much-awaited launch of the centre’s Grand Opening Festival.
After four years of artistic design and construction wizardry, the time has finally come to step into the vibrant new spaces of Geelong’s freshly redeveloped arts hub and immerse yourself in spectacular performances from the region’s finest community theatre, dance, and music groups.
Stay up to date with what’s happening within the region’s art scene here.
The day promises an exhilarating lineup of events, spread across the two major theatres, and brimming with local entertainment, interactive foyer activations, and captivating roaming performances. From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, patrons are invited to drop in at any time and revel in the cultural extravaganza.
The spotlight will shine on a stellar array of homegrown talents taking the stage, including the mesmerizing Bellarine Academy of Dance, the avant-garde Blink Dance Theatre, the show-stopping CentreStage, the gravity-defying CircArts, and many more. Witness the magic unfold as Geelong Ballet Centre, Geelong Calisthenics Club, Geelong Dance Movement, Geelong Harmony Chorus, and Geelong Lyric Theatre deliver unforgettable performances. The day’s entertainment roster also boasts GSODA, Geelong Youth Choir, Impetus Dance Theatre, JADA Geelong, KF Dance, Motion Dance Company, NORTH Choirs, Soul Sister Swing, Stage Arts Geelong, and Torquay Dance Academy, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
So, join the artistic celebration, soak in the creative vibes, and be inspired by the incredible pool of talent that thrives within Geelong’s creative community.
To ensure a smooth flow of events and crowd management on the day, Geelong Arts Centre kindly requests patrons to register their attendance via the website for free. Although registration is indicative and doesn’t guarantee entry, it will help organisers maintain capacity limits and ensure everyone has a memorable experience. If you’re keen to join the festivities, don’t hesitate to secure your spot.
Geelong Arts Centre is all set to dazzle and delight, so make sure you’re part of this momentous occasion! Register now here and experience the magic of Geelong’s flourishing arts scene.
To explore the full lineup of Geelong Arts Centre’s Grand Opening Festival, head here and plan your immersive journey into the world of art and culture.
