The Night Cat, Fitzroy’s legendary live music venue, faces imminent closure without urgent community backing for essential soundproofing upgrades.
As apartment developments continue to reshape Fitzroy, The Night Cat has launched a desperate bid to comply with escalating noise regulations threatening its very existence. Owner Justin Stanford has initiated a GoFundMe aiming to raise over $60,000 for critical sound upgrades to future-proof the beloved venue.
“As an independently owned venue, we simply can’t shoulder these costs alone and continue to operate,” said Stanford.
“These upgrades aren’t just about today – they’ll protect The Night Cat for years to come. Live music is at the heart of Fitzroy, and we need to act now to ensure this venue continues to support artists, provide jobs, and bring music lovers together.”
The Night Cat’s 30-year legacy as a cultural cornerstone remains under threat unless substantial funds can be secured for advanced sound monitoring equipment, additional soundproofing and sound-limiting solutions, alongside expert acousticians to implement long-term protections.
Supporters can donate to the campaign here.
