Editor’s Note
Oh baby, it’s double the trouble as we jump into our end of 2024 / start of 2025 bridging issue, diving into all things December and January. Fittingly, this issue is full of celebrations and send-offs.
It all starts with pivotal arts movers and shakers, Geelong Arts Centre who launch their SEASON 2025 program. Through our cover story, we sift through their ambitious and populous program of performances, events, plays, and adaptations, including the reinvigorated REWIRE series and their extended series of song showcases. From classic literary favourite Looking for Alibrandi to the jaw-dropping choreography of momenta, the program really does have something for everyone.
In similar fashion, the future is looking bright for intimate concert series, Sofar Geelong, who reflect on their first twelve months of extensive gig curation and spill secrets for 2025, along with Nightjar Market who appeal for community to continue championing festivals into the summer season. As we approach the end of the year, we’re also approaching the end of a festival friend, with Meadow reaching a milestone and making an exit. A salute and a special send-off is in order and they have just the lineup to do it! In addition, we chat to Band of Horses for A Day On The Green, discuss touring with Hot Water Music, and have a spray with Claudia Gold aka Claw Money. On the album front, Linkin Park, Kendrick Lamar, Mirrorshield, The Fauves and Flesh Cherub go under the microscope, and in tasting territory we dine with Maestro, Splatters Cheese Bar, Wildfire Craft Beer and Mortadeli. What a spread!
Pop the champagne, it’s time to toast!
