At Geelong Arts Centre, we believe in the transformative power of the arts, and we invite you to become a crucial part of this cultural evolution.
Through our ‘Name a Seat’ campaign, you'll not only invest in the arts but also help us build a thriving artistic community.
Why a Seat Dedication Matters: Each dedicated seat is a unique symbol of your commitment to the arts!
The Story House
Our brand new 550-seat theatre allows audiences to immerse themselves in new worlds, experience a sense of occasion and ensure the creation of exceptional and extraordinary experiences.
The Play House
A much loved cultural asset, our 764-seat proscenium arch theatre provides a warm, magical atmosphere popular with performers and audiences alike.
The Open House
Our brand new intimate, flexible, and highly creative contemporary hybrid venue.
When you name a seat, you are:
- Nurturing Rising Stars: Your tax-deductible donation starting at $750 per seat directly contributes to the growth of emerging artists, providing them with a stage to express their creativity
- Fostering Local Creativity: Your support ensures that Geelong remains a vibrant hub for artistic innovation. Our theatres will continue to be the stage for emerging talent to thrive
- Preserving our Cultural Legacy: By naming a seat, you play a part in preserving the rich cultural heritage of our community. It's a tangible way to pass on the love of the arts to future generations
- Creating Lasting Memories: Whether it's a child attending their first ballet performance or a seasoned theatergoer reveling in a classic play, your dedication will create unforgettable memories for countless individuals
- Supporting Education: Your contribution fuels our educational initiatives, enabling us to reach schools and community groups, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts
- Enhancing the Theatre Experience: Our commitment to creating a world-class theater experience includes ongoing improvements to our facilities, ensuring that your dedicated seat is part of a comfortable and immersive environment.
Step into the limelight, become a guardian of creativity, and leave an enduring mark on the world of live performance.
Select your seat today and together, we can inspire the stars of tomorrow to light up the world.
Your name will be honoured through an engraving on a theatre seat across Geelong Arts Centre’s Major Theatres - The Story House or The Play House.
'Name a Seat' pricing options, where you can choose from the following tiers:
- 'Platinum Premier' at $1,500 for an elite seat dedication
- ‘Golden Encore' priced at $1,000 for a premium allocation
- Silver Spotlight' at the standard rate of $750 for your seat dedication
Please note: Named Seats do not refer to preferred seating allocation but rather an acknowledgement of your support on a specifically chosen seat in our theatre.
The acknowledgement will be for a duration of five years unless otherwise agreed to.
All Named Seat donations are tax deductible.