Geelong Performing Arts Centre :: Education Program

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Welcome to the website of the Geelong Performing Arts Centre.

Here you can find out more information about the GPAC venue; view upcoming shows: book tickets online; and read up on the latest news from Geelong's home of performing arts.

Ph: 03 5225 1200
50 Little Malop Street
Geelong VIC 3220

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GPAC welcomes $2m budget announcement
The GPAC Trust and staff are delighted by today’s State Budget announcement of $2 million to support urgent and critical works, along with an additional $200,000 in annual operational funding.

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Children’s classic comes to life on stage for a new generation
Young audiences are invited to enter the fantastic world of Beatrix Potter with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, marking 110 years of the popular children's character. Presented as part of GPAC's Family Magic program, this mischievous new musical from the producers of Possum Magic, Wombat Stew and My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch will delight all ages.

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Senior students Take Over GPAC
Students from throughout the Geelong region are taking over GPAC's Drama Theatre this month as part of an innovative annual educational program.

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Education Program

Takeover / Act Up

Geelong Schools Music and Movement Festival

Why gpac:ed?
To ensure that young people in the greater Geelong region are renowned for their creativity, energy and engagement with the arts. gpac:ed aims to give students from across the region an authentic way to connect with and develop theatre craft skills with the ongoing support of professional theatre practitioners. The skills developed within the gpac:ed programs can be applied back at school or further utilised within the workforce.

View the 2012 gpac:ed program online!
Click here to view and download the 2012 gpac:ed brochure.

Teacher resources
gpac:ed offers teachers resources on a number of productions to support the theatrical experience. Click on the links below to access:

Moth (Arena Theatre Co. website)

Moth (education notes - PDF)

I, Bunyip

Sundowner

Work experience
Click here to download a work experience application form.

For booking details:
Kelly Clifford -  Youth and Education Program Coordinator 
Geelong Performing Arts Centre 
Phone 5225 1207 or kelly@gpac.org.au 

Watch a short film on the partnership between Bendigo Community Banks and GPAC Education program:

THIS SEASON'S SHOWS

TAKE OVER - Senior School

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ACT UP For Sustainability

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Moth

"Sometimes there’s no scarier place to be than inside your own mind…" A funny and moving exploration of teenage mental illness, loss and friendship. more >>

WHAT'S ON

	WindFire Evening Concert - "Ill Prete Rosso" - Acclaimed Australian soprano Joanna Cole sings Vivaldi’s “Laudate Pueri” (Praise Him, servants of the Lord) with the “Seasons” String Ensemble conducted by Frank De Rosso. Ben Castle, violin, and Stephen Moschner, oboe, perform Bach’s Concerto for Violin and Oboe, BWV 1060. more >>
	Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit - Celebrate the 110th Anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s beloved classic with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, a mischievous musical about the world’s most loveable bunny. more >>
	TAKE OVER - Senior School more >>
	WindFire - A Festival of Sacred Music in Geelong's Churches - A weekend of concerts in 8 different churches and chapels. Ten Daytime concerts, two evening concerts, Sound and Light Opening Event with Lantern Procession. more >>

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