Arena Theatre Company News No Images? Click here AN EXCITING NEW CHAPTER BEGINS FOR ARENA THEATRE COMPANY In early 2018 Arena Theatre Company will be extending our reach into regional Victoria where we will forge a new direction in our creative journey as the first resident theatre company in the Capital Theatre complex in Bendigo – the 2018 Regional Centre for Culture. It’s a bold and innovative move that has been made possible through the unflinching support of the Victorian State Government and assisted by the City of Greater Bendigo. This permanent relocation will allow Arena to work with local artists and audiences, develop and premiere new work, bring national and international collaborations to the region, and deliver high quality innovative arts programs to schools. We recognise that the future for arts and culture in Regional Victoria offers exciting opportunities for content providers such as Arena to stimulate the local economy through festivals, collaborations with local artists and community groups and attract further creatives to the region. Artistic Director Christian Leavesley will relocate to Bendigo, with the task of introducing Arena to local audiences. This is a wonderful challenge and an incredibly exciting opportunity for Arena to continue creating original and artistically ambitious theatre and offers a world of endless possibilities including local employment, artistic collaborations and engagement with new audiences. We remain committed to working with young people as both audience and artist; a core tenet that will allow for continued success in our new home. This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Arena and we look forward to welcoming you to our new home in Bendigo. Virginia Lovett Chair, Arena Theatre Company |