Arts Centre Melbourne

Home » Art Centre Melbourne Seating » Arts Centre Melbourne

Maybe your like

music review venue

Melbourne Theatre Company acknowledges the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, create and gather. We pay our respects to all First Nations people, their Elders past and present, and their enduring connections to Country, knowledge and stories. As a Company we remain committed to the invitation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart and its call for voice, truth and treaty.

Click to close Acknowledgement of Country Search
  • Plays and Tickets
  • Discover More
  • Your Visit
  • Support Us
  • Education & Families

Mailing list

Sign up to get the latest information and updates from Melbourne Theatre Company

Email Address
  • Follow us on:
  • Facebook
  • X
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn

Melbourne Theatre Company is a department of the University of Melbourne

Login Donate
  • Melbourne Theatre Company
  • Your Visit
  • Our Venues
  • Arts Centre Melbourne
  • Artwork for Retrograde

    Retrograde

    by Ryan Calais Cameron

    16 May — 27 Jun 2026

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Fairfax Studio

    Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company

  • Artwork for Uncle Vanya

    Uncle Vanya

    by Anton Chekhov. Adapted by Joanna Murray-Smith.

    21 Jul — 22 Aug 2026

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Playhouse

    Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company

  • Artwork for Before I Forget

    A NEXT STAGE Original

    Before I Forget

    by Kamarra Bell-Wykes

    24 Oct — 28 Nov 2026

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Fairfax Studio

    Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company

With its tall white spire towering over the Yarra River, Arts Centre Melbourne is a distinctive landmark.

Located at 100 St Kilda Road on the south bank of the Yarra, Arts Centre Melbourne with its tall golden spire is a distinctive landmark. Melbourne Theatre Company has been a major tenant at Arts Centre Melbourne since it opened with our production of Medea in 1984.

Large scale productions will appear each season in the 880-seat Playhouse, while the Fairfax Studio will remain the home for smaller-scale works.

Spaces

Fairfax Studio

The Fairfax studio is an intimate 376-seat drama space. Since 1994, Melbourne Theatre Company has produced smaller scale productions there as part of our mainstage season.

Download a seating plan of the Fairfax Studio.

Playhouse

Specifically designed for drama, the Playhouse has been a major venue for Melbourne Theatre Company since it opened in 1983. The theatre seats 880 people and is particularly suited to large scale dramatic works. The auditorium is split into two tiers, a raked stalls and a balcony.

Download a seating plan of the Playhouse.

BOX OFFICE

Melbourne Theatre Company performs at the Arts Centre Melbourne, Playhouse and Fairfax Studio. For productions at these venues you can also book tickets via Arts Centre Melbourne, by calling 1300 182 183.

The Arts Centre Melbourne Box Office is located in the Theatres Building, Smorgon Family Plaza, 100 St Kilda Rd.

For information on Arts Centre Melbourne opening hours, please visit Art Centre Melbourne's website.

Artwork for Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation

Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation

To help facilitate the delivery of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation, the remaining section of Sturt Street between Kavanagh Street and Southbank Boulevard will be closed from 9 March 2023.

Can I still park at Arts Centre Melbourne and The Primrose Potter Australian Ballet Centre car parks from 9 March?

Yes, you can. Access to the car parks via Kavanagh Street will be maintained throughout the life of the project and beyond.

Read more information about the Sturt Street closure.

Read more information about the Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation.

  • Wheelchair and mobility access

    Facilities for wheelchair access and seating that allows more room for the use of mobility aids are available in all theatres. Please make your requirements known when booking.

  • Captioning and FM hearing system

    An FM hearing system is available for all performances in the Sumner, Playhouse and Fairfax Studio at no charge upon presentation of identification to theatre ushers. Audience members receive either a headset or neck loop enabling use of a hearing aid via the T-switch.

  • Companion Cards

    Melbourne Theatre Company offers Companion Card holders a free ticket for their companion to attend the performance and assist with their access needs.

  • PARK

    Whether you're seeing a show at Southbank Theatre or Arts Centre Melbourne, Wilson Parking have got you covered. Get access to special rates when you park at Wilson Parking's Southgate, Riverside Quay, Eureka or Flinders Gate car parks. Prepay online or with the Wilson Parking App today.

    For any online parking enquiries, please contact Wilson Parking at 1800 727 546 or visit support.wilsonparking.com.au/s/.

    PREPAY USING PROMO CODE MTCPATRON25

  • Train

    Southbank Theatre and Arts Centre Melbourne are within easy distance of Flinders Street Station. After exiting the station simply walk south down St Kilda Road (away from the CBD), or catch a south-bound tram from the Flinders Street Station/Federation Square tram stop. More Info

  • Tram

    For routes travelling up and down St Kilda Rd (numbers 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67, 72) you can get off at the Arts Centre stop and walk to Southbank Theatre and Arts Centre Melbourne. Route 1 (to South Melbourne Beach) goes down Southbank Blvd, and stops on Sturt St just outside Melbourne Recital Centre, located next to Southbank Theatre.

    More Info

  • Parking

    The Arts Centre Melbourne car park is located just minutes from the theatres, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and central Melbourne, with 24-hour car parking available at competitive rates.

    Learn more

  • Foyer Bars

    Conveniently located for a pre-show or interval snack, our Foyer Bars feature a premium selection of confectionary, ice-creams, food and drinks.

    Learn More

  • Saké Restaurant

    Saké is an award-winning, contemporary Japanese restaurant, which is located on the river terrace next to Hamer Hall. Being open daily from noon till late, Saké brings a distinct, unique spin to tried and tested Japanese flavours. Visit Website

  • More Dining Options

    Learn more about other great dining options in the Arts Precinct, including; Miss Pearl Bar + Dining, Melba Restaurant, Taxi Kitchen and Transit Rooftop Bar.

    Learn more
Southbank Theatre Venue & Facilities Hire

Tag » Art Centre Melbourne Seating