Why I Care: Share Your Story
What Does Bendigo’s Performing Arts Mean to You?
Bendigo’s rich cultural heritage and wonderful theatres deserve a vibrant, diverse and sustainable local performing arts scene. You don’t need to go to Melbourne to experience spellbinding performances at the theatre. And you don’t need to leave Greater Bendigo to realise your talent and perform on the stage!
The Ulumbarra Foundation’s Future 50 initiative is scaling up support for local performing arts organisations who are struggling to survive in today’s tough economic environment – thanks to our wonderful supporters. And we want to hear your voice to help us communicate the importance of a vibrant performing arts scene in the region!
What inspires you? Why do you care?
We believe the best way to celebrate the power of local performing arts is by sharing the voices of those who make it possible—donors, artists, and audience members like you! Every experience is unique, and together, your stories paint a rich portrait of why our local performing arts matter.
Your Story Matters
Tell us why you care about Greater Bendigo’s local performing arts community. What role does it play in your life? Maybe a memorable performance or experience impacted you deeply? In its 10th anniversary year, what impact has the Ulumbarra Theatre made to your life and the regional community? Be creative, tell us your story and share a photo if you can!
Your story might encourage others to support and celebrate the performing arts alongside you.
Share Your Experience
Use the form below to submit your “Why I Care” story. Whether it’s a single sentence or a heartfelt paragraph (or two), your perspective is important.
As a thank you, everyone who shares their story will be entered into a draw for two free VIP theatre tickets!
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Share your story now for a chance to be featured—and to win tickets to an unforgettable night at the theatre.
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Be inspired by the stories of our amazing supporters:
A place where dreams come true!
‘Having spent my life in theatres, I am so proud that my hometown has a world-class performing arts venue right on its doorstep. From its extraordinary transformation to the breadth and depth of talent that take to its stage, Ulumbarra Theatre is a birth place of dreams for future generations of performers and a space for strangers to connect, united in our passion for the arts.’
Alice Topp
Brilliant performance
I was at Ganesh Versus the third Reich at Ulumbarra theatre in Bendigo and stunned by the quality of the performance and theatre in a regional town in Victoria. A beautifully adapted building from the old gaol – features of which are retained in the outer walls to great effect.
Jacob Brage
What an outstandingly beautiful venue.
What an outstandingly beautiful venue. I attended a gig featuring local performers which was my first time at this theatre. The acoustics are excellent, seating spaced well and oh, so comfortable. The bar and cafe area are excellent and there’s plenty of room to move about in the corridors. Amazing experience!
Ned Kelly
A great day
What an outstandingly beautiful venue. I attended a Daryl Braithwaite gig which was my first time at this theatre. The acoustics are excellent, seating spaced well and oh, so comfortable. The bar and cafe area are excellent and there’s plenty of room to move about in the corridors. To think this was once a gaol is truly amazing.
Bill Bloggs