Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre

Victoria


This modern complex hosts a variety of events including touring plays, musicals and occasional concerts from well-known Australian bands and musicians. In early 2019 local boy Nick Cave – the iconic Australian performer sang in the boys' choir at the Wangaratta Cathedral – debuted his 2019 Australian tour at the city's performing arts centre.


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