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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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A world of fun for kids in Little Big Shots
The Little Big Shots International Children’s Film Festival - Australia's major annual and travelling children's film festival - is on the road again, arriving at GPAC as part of the 2010 Bendigo Bank Family Magic program on Saturday September 4.

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New comedy about family and faith opens at GPAC
A highly anticipated new work by one of Australia's most regarded young playwrights Tommy Murphy opens at Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) in September as part of Alcoa Theatre Season 2010. Gwen in Purgatory is a warm yet stinging portrait of contemporary family life, centred on 90-year-old Gwen.

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Thousands of children pour through GPAC doors
Children from throughout the region have swarmed through Geelong Performing Arts Centre over the past two weeks, enjoying an array of local and touring performances. And the trend is set to continue into the school holidays with more top-class children’s events on the way.

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Musical Mornings

An essential part of GPAC's daytime entertainment calendar, Musical Mornings brings an endless parade of Australia's best-loved performers to Geelong. GPAC has recently joined with Diversitat to broaden the program's appeal to seniors throughout our community. This has resulted in the addition of pre-show entertainment presented by the region's cultural groups. Musical Mornings is proudly supported by Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service.

THIS SEASON'S SHOWS

On The Wallaby Track

On The Wallaby Track is a wander through colonial Australia in songs and yarns. Rollicking performances of favourite Australian/Irish tunes, a Henry Lawson story, Mark Twain at the Melbourne Cup, some racing tips from C.J. Dennis ("hey, could you lend us half a quid?"), jokes, the sad story of Holy Dan and meaningful lines from the pens of those highly respected local writers Trad and Anon. more >>

'Ovation' starring La Prima Opera

La Prima Opera returns with their new production 'Ovation', showcasing some of Australia's finest opera singers presenting the most beautiful music ever written. All the arias you know and love will delight opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Featuring Oz Opera star tenor Jason Wasley, international soprano Alison Rae Jones and rising Melbourne Opera baritone Phillip Calcagno with the brilliant Len Vorster at the piano, it's opera with a humorous bent. 'Ovation' is sensuous, electrifying and above all, thoroughly entertaining. more >>

Christmas Around The World starring the Gaslight Company

Musical Mornings favourite The Gaslight Company returns with a new Christmas show for 2010, combining traditional Christmas carols and some beautiful contemporary Christmas songs spiced with great humour … and some very special guests! So join Chris McKenna and his company for the perfect show to wind up another great year of GPAC Musical Mornings. more >>

WHAT'S ON

	Twelfth Night - 1928. Olivia has come home from boarding school only to find her father and brother dying from an illness connected to the family business. She takes solace in the fact that she will inherit the business which will not only keep the memory of her family alive but also keep her opulent lifestyle intact. more >>
	The Wiz - The 2010 Geelong College Senior School Musical ‘The Wiz’ will have you ‘Easing on down the Road’ as we follow the magical tale of Dorothy, The Scarecrow, The Tinman and The Lion on their journey to meet the Wiz in the Emerald City. Combining over 100 students from years 9-12 this modern, upbeat interpretation of the timeless classic will have you dancing in the aisles. more >>
	Little Big Shots International Film Festival - Direct from Melbourne and enjoying its fourth season in Geelong, Little Big Shots is an inspiring and fun-filled festival of the best in Australian and international short films for kids and teenagers. From animation to live-action films and documentaries - even some films made by kids themselves - Little Big Shots encourages kids to laugh, think and create. more >>

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