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As an independent performing arts venue and charity organisation, BPAC is strengthening the connections of the performing arts community, and creating the foundations that artists, performing arts companies and community groups can build on for years to come.
Your support helps to:
- provide affordable venue hire.
- present local productions.
- welcome exciting shows and performers to Ballarat.
- create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, skill-building and creative participation.
Every donation, sponsorship and act of support helps strengthen a thriving, accessible and sustainable arts community.
If you believe in the power of performing arts to connect, inspire and transform, we invite you to support BPAC with a donation today.
The Impact of BPAC!
We have been operationg for 12 months… Our hirers shows and events, enjoying our affordable and beautiful venue:
Ballarat Voices | Ballarat Choral Society | Ballarat Lyric Theatre | Ballarat Arts Foundation | Ballarat Organs & Fine Music Festival | Ratnest Impro | U3A | Matthew Management | Kerry Moore School of Dance | Choo La La | Ability Ignited | Ben Hockley | Amie Brulee | Vox | The Ballarat Company | Homophonic! | Yum Studio | Megan Riedl | Melbourne International Comedy Festival | Comedy Victoria | Mako Martial Arts | The Wanderers | Creswick Brass Band | Victorian Mens Welsh Choir |
The Numbers!
What Excites You?
The Venue
The Venue
Unique, beautiful and fit-for purpose spaces for groups to perform, rehearse and develop new work.
The Programs
The Programs
Workshops, classes and courses where creatives can learn from industry experts, mentors and each other.
The Community
The Community
Outreach and connection – bringing the performing arts out into the community (or community groups into our venue) to share the joy of the arts with more people.
The Shows
The Shows
BPAC is an independent venue, and a home for the brave, the bold and the beautiful – hosting shows that may challenge, inspire or move you. What do you want to see?
Why Your Support Matters
BPAC exists to nurture creativity at every level, from first-time performers to established arts professionals. Your contribution helps us keep the arts accessible, support local talent, and present inspiring experiences for audiences across Ballarat and beyond.
By supporting the Creative Foundations Appeal, you are helping to build a stronger cultural future for our region. You are investing in a venue, a program and a community that will continue to grow, inspire and serve Ballarat for generations.
