After years of being hidden, the historic exterior of the Ryrie Street church was brought back into view thanks to the $38.5 million Geelong Arts Centre redevelopment of 2019. Six years later, Geelong Arts Centre is looking to build a new home for live music, comedy, theatre, dance and performance. And the previously restored, and revealed, church building is now officially undergoing internal construction and on track to open for business early next year.
The Geelong Arts Centre’s Church Redevelopment Project (2025-2026) will once more rework the church building to create a new artist-led venue. The dedicated space for independent and emerging artists strives to nurture diverse voices and support regional arts careers. This project was created in response to feedback from local artists who voiced a desire for more affordable spaces to host their work.
