Library Up Late x Now or Never

Library Up Late continues with a collaboration for Now or Never — the festival where art, technology and future-thinking collide.  

Library Up Late returns, transforming into your after-dark playground dedicated to the act of artistic creation. Roam the Library’s grand halls and hidden corners with exclusive late-night access to our new exhibition Creative Acts. Then, surrender to the sounds of Melbourne’s most visionary DJs as they reanimate the iconic dome with rhythm, light and movement.   

Learn your fate with Lady Bijou’s tarot readings and enter a collective flow state with automatic drawing guided by Barry William Hale. From a thrilling brass performance on the dome’s balcony and synth on the dais by Sooji Kim, to mesmerising harmonies by the Concordis Chamber Choir, watch as the Library comes alive with the pulse of creativity.    

Lineup Highlights:

Live performances

• KOMANG and Gamelan DanAnda
• Sooji Kim
• Concordis Chamber Choir
• House of Furia

DJ Sets

• Darren Sylvester
• DJ General Feelings
• Aquenta
• SMILEZ

Immersive + interactive 

• Barry William Hale (automatic drawing)
• NOKO210 (Scott Barnes and Barry William Hale)
• Lady Bijou (tarot readings – $10 add-on)

Interested in tempting fate? Add on a tarot reading for $10 per session.   

‘A one-of-a-kind experience that transcended typical art events. An event that was a house party, nightclub and art soiree all in one.’ – Amnplify   

This event is for people aged 18 and over.   

Presented by State Library Victoria with Now or Never.