There is no such thing as off-peak season in Geelong, as the arts precinct continues to have exciting activations across August. Geelong Arts Centre is a major drawcard for the arts crowds, featuring a diverse program of touring events and in-house productions. From renowned stand-ups to acclaimed music acts, classic theatre productions and more, Geelong Arts Centre continues their commitment to bring the best arts experiences to the Geelong region.
Here is a round up of the events happening across the month.
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Where: The Story House
When: Friday 8 August
Take a trip into the dynamic writing collaboration of folk duo Simon and Garfunkel. Their story is told through song including hits ‘Mrs. Robinson’, ‘The Sound of Silence’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘The Boxer’, and ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’. From the team that brought you The Billy Joel Story and The Paul McCartney Story, this night of music is not to be missed.
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Where: The Story House
When: Saturday 9 August
Joey Fimmano, alongside theatres biggest voices, Dexter Villahermosa, Michaela Hodgson, and Katelyn Vella, jumps into Andrew Llyod Webbers catalogue exploring a night of music with Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Joseph and His Technicolour Dreamcoat. The four also transport audiences to London’s West End with selections from Les Misérables, The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, and Boy From Oz! It’s a theatre-field day!
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Where: The Play House
When: Saturday 9 August
For an incredible 13 years, Countdown showcased the finest from the music world both locally and internationally, into the show every Sunday night at 6pm. Take a trip back to the heyday of music on television with Stars of Countdown Live in Concert. Take a tour through the top ten and hear interviews and tributes to presenter Ian ‘Molly’ Meldrum in this homage to Australian music TV.
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Where: Geelong Arts Centre
When: Monday 11 August
Jessica Lesosky leads six-week movement sessions with Time To Thrive. This artistic and expressive dance/movement program is designed to deepen body-mind awareness while offering a safe, inclusive, and joyful space for participants to move, connect, learn, and thrive.
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Where: Costa Hall
When: Friday 15 August
He is ‘The Real Thing’ and he has been serving us with hits since the 70’s. Russell Morris brings Spiritworks to Geelong in what is a send off for the musician. Enjoy classics ‘Wings of an Eagle’ and ‘The Real Thing’ along with his diverse blues catalogue live.
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Where: The Open House
When: Friday 15 and Saturday 16 August
This REWIRE program is an epic from theatre collective, the Bloomshed.
A bold new take on Pride and Prejudice, created by the award-winning theatre ensemble Bloomshed. Built from the depths of the housing crisis, this adaptation sees Austen’s classic re-imagined for 2025. It’s fierce. It’s funny. It’s all about fortune. Pride and Prejudice is back, and this time, love is a high-stakes game in the cutthroat world of the upper crust.
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Where: The Play House
When: Saturday 16 August
Join one of Australia’s funniest men Arj Barker as he dives into his biggest life questions of “Why are we here?”, “Why are we alone in the universe?”, and “Why does it hurt when we pee?”. This is bound to be a side-splitting adventure.
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Where: The Story House
When: Wednesday 20 until Saturday 23 August
“I’m beginning to realize that things don’t turn out the way you want them to. And sometimes, when they don’t they can turn out just a little bit better.”
Iconic novel and cult movie, Looking for Alibrandi is the honest and empowered portrait of 1990s Mediterranean culture that spoke for the first time about systemic racism in Australia from a migrant perspective. It defined a generation and to this day resonates with those caught in the stranglehold of identity and othering in this country.
Brink Productions take on this multi-generational story of Australian culture.
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Where: The Play House
When: Friday 22 August
One of the nation’s most beloved performers and radio co-hosts, Tommy has won over audiences across the country with his sharp wit, hilarious banter, and engaging storytelling. His high-energy show and outrageous tales are guaranteed to keep you laughing from beginning to end! This stand-up shows dives into his most embarrassing moments.
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Where: Costa Hall
When: Friday 22 August
The Foundation Concert is the annual showcase of the vert best of the music program at The Geelong College. See the college’s dynamic music program on the stage.
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Where: The Story House
When: Sunday 25 August
2025 Silver and Gold Logie winner, Lynne McGranger is Live on stage at Geelong Arts Centre in a brand-new musical comedy that’s part cruise, part chaos and all heart. She’s joined by Wayne Scott Kermond, Andrew James and Meredith O’Reilly in this hilarious production piece about grandparenthood.
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Where: The Play House
When: Tuesday 27 August
Another opera epic that takes you to the biggest stages in the world and the most renowned theatre productions. Delight in the tender beauty of O Mio Babbino Caro from Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi, the sultry allure of Bizet’s Habanera from Carmen, the joyous Brindisi from Verdi’s La Traviata, and the triumphant Nessun Dorma from Puccini’s Turandot. Then, journey to the heart of London with iconic numbers from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, The Sound of Music, and Carousel.
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Where: The Open House
When: Friday 29 August – Saturday 30 August
Night Night is a REWIRE program highlight.
From the multi-award-winning team behind Lé Nør [The Rain], Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer and New Owner, Night Night takes you on an extraordinary journey, blending puppets, animation, and DIY digital magic. Witness the onscreen story while experiencing the behind-the-scenes artistry in a cinematically playful, transcendent adventure.
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Where: The Play House
When: Friday 29 August
Lawrence Mooney is an acclaimed stand-up comedian who across a thirty-year career has been regarded by critics and fans as properly hilarious whether appearing as himself, one of his many characters, live or on the tele. Lawrence has toured the country with his best mates in the hit show The Comedians and can be seen regularly on The Front Bar on Seven and The Back Page on Fox Sports. Mooney jumps into country mode in this hilarious comedy concert.
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Where: The Story House
When: Saturday 29 August
Get on your dancing shoes – Leo Sayer returns! If you still feel like dancing to Sayers songs ‘Long Tall Glasses’ and ‘You Make Me Feel Like Dancing’ this show is for you. Sayer is one of the stars of the 70’s who hit the bigtime in both the UK and Australia with these songs along with ‘Thunder In My Heart’, ‘More Than I Can Say’ and ‘When I Need You’.
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Where: The Story House
When: Sunday 30 August
Geraldine Hickey returns to Geelong to bring her relatable Australian humour to the stage.
Geraldine Hickey is a regular on our screens, appearing on I’m A Celebirty… Get Me Out Of Here, Have You Been Paying Attention?, and Thank God You’re Here. She wonders and wanders through this hilarious set.
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Where: The Play House
When: Sunday 30 August
Two stars in their own right, Neil Diamond, and Australian sweetheart and Grease star, Olivia Newton John are on showcase during this Hottest Hot August Night. From hit to hit, experience the sounds of these two triumphant artists. Expect ‘Sweet Caroline’, ‘Hopelessly Devoted to You’ and a little bit of ‘Xanadu’.
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The gold curtains are open and ready to welcome you in. Find out more about what’s on at Geelong Arts Centre here.
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