From N.A.B. to F.A.B – Gosford Welcomes a New Creative Heartbeat

Creative Director Glitta Supernova declared ‘We are making arts in here!’ as the curtain lifted on the brand-new Gosford Arts Centre, a dazzling transformation of the former NAB bank into a vibrant home for performance, community, and creativity. Friday’s opening night saw crowds queuing down William Plaza and along Mann Street. Business leaders, community leaders, Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna, and Gosford MP Liesl Tesch all took to the stage. Members of the Central Coast Arts Alliance, volunteers, performers, donors, councillors, and local businesses joined in celebrating the most tangible community-led project Gosford has seen in years. Situated at the corner of Mann Street and William Street Plaza, the Arts Centre has transformed a once-abandoned plaza walkway into a bold and colourful space. Murals by renowned arts Russell Austin and Wendy Sharpe signal a new era for the city, bursting with creativity, energy, and purpose. The Centre will host theatre, live music, cabaret, burlesque, and comedy plus more. It also includes a basement gallery and a second mini theatrette for recording, rehearsals, and performances. Currently delivering eight unfunded programs and residencies, the venue is driving the inclusion of Gosford on the East Coast touring circuit, while serving as a creative home for local talent. More than a venue, the Gosford Arts Centre is a not-for-profit social enterprise. Built through pure grit, community spirit, and a 30-day crowdfunding campaign that raised almost 90% of its goal, the project was also supported by Bendigo Bank’s $20K donation and generous material contributions from Kincumber Mitre 10 and Dulux. More info: funhausfactory.org.au. Opening Hours: Wed-Fri 5pm-Late, Sat & Sun 12-3pm & 5pm-Late.