Hot on the heels of announcing its 2024 matinee program last week, Geelong Arts Centre has released its 2024 season schedule.
In what will be the first full-length season in the newly redeveloped arts centre, eight shows make up the core of GAC’s Season 2024, ranging from the hilarious and heartwarming to the powerful and challenging.
The Darlinghurst Theatre Company kicks off the season in February with Overflow, a humorous but devastating exploration of the trans experience through the lens of women’s bathrooms.
Throughout the year the program serves up fan favourites such as John Foreman’s Australian Pops Orchestra, Bell Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap.
Season 2024 also appeals to those seeking new experiences, such as Shannon Molloy’s uplifting Fourteen or the “symphony of acrobatics, sound and light” that is Circa’s Humans 2.0.
Supporting the core Season 2024 program are GAC’s Rewire program, back for its second year, Family Magic and Delightful Days and Matinees.
GAC chief executive and creative director Joel McGuinness said Season 2024 was “an open invitation for Geelong to be part of something extraordinary”.
“From laughter-inducing comedy to soul-stirring classics, we’ve curated a season that resonates with the essence of our community,” he said.
“Our goal with SEASON 2024 is to take you on a journey; one that ignites your curiosity while ensuring enjoyment, just like the incredible new Geelong Arts Centre.”
GAC head of programming Penny McCabe said the variety of works presented in 2024 would push the boundaries of creativity.
“Geelong Arts Centre SEASON 2024 aims to leave you with more than memories; we want you to walk away inspired, moved, and ready to embrace the extraordinary,” she said.
