Venue hire

Boasting two theatres, two workshop rooms, three gallery spaces, and a foyer bar with newly updated outdoor terrace, our heritage buildings provide a creative canvas for artists and event organisers.

Gasworks offers event management services by our team of experienced professionals, together with onsite catering from the Gasworks Café, staging and audio supplier networks to help deliver the perfect event.

Our spaces are multi-functional and can be used for performances, rehearsals, functions, private parties, seminars, and meetings. With such a broad variety of options, Gasworks will be able to provide something to suit your needs.

 

Main theatre

Description

The Gasworks Theatre is a flexible black box performance space with a sprung floor and raked seating bank. It is wheelchair accessible, air-conditioned, and equipped with extensive lighting and sound equipment. Dressing room facilities and additional rehearsal spaces are available, making it ideal for various events and festival seasons.

Seating capacity

240

Hiring fee

Weekly (Sun to Sat) $4,400 incl GST Daily (Sun to Thurs) $1,200 incl GST Daily (Fri & Sat) $2,000 incl GST

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Studio Theatre

Description

The Studio Theatre is an intimate performance space with floorboards and flat rows of moveable seating for up to 60 patrons. It has an industrial ambience and is ideal for a variety of uses including workshops, small productions, seminars, demonstrations, dance classes, rehearsals, readings or as a green room in conjunction with theatre hire.

Seating capacity

123

Hiring fee

$50/hr

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Angela Robarts-Bird Gallery

Description

A space for established and emerging artists to exhibit their work. The gallery supports the work of local artists as well as exhibitions from the wider arts and cultural sector, to share with our thriving and diverse community. Key features include professional track & lighting systems, white walls, reverse cycle heating/cooling, custom block out blinds and polished floorboards. Interested in having an Exhibition? Send your EOI to visarts@gasworks.org.au

Hiring fee

Starting from: $275 + GST/Week*

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James McCaughey Foyer & Gallery

Description

This busy gallery space is ideal for community group shows and emerging artists. The gallery is an open access space that is also used for meetings and functions, with exhibitions as the centerpiece of these events. The Gasworks Bar and Box Office is also located in the Foyer, making it a high traffic area. The Foyer Gallery features professional track & lighting systems, reverse cycle heating/cooling, CCTV coverage and direct access to a large outdoor terrace. Interested in Exhibiting with us? Send your EOI to visarts@gasworks.org.au

Hiring fee

Starting from: $225 + GST/Week*

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Art & Craft Room

Description

The Art and Craft Room at Gasworks Arts Park is a versatile space suitable for both wet and dry activities. The room is equipped with easels, tables, chairs and a stainless steel kitchenette, making it ideal for a wide range of artistic endeavors such as textiles, painting, ceramics, drawing, and sculpture. Located on the Richardson Street side of the park, the paths are typically made of gravel or dirt, and gentle gradients leading to the entry. It provides a spacious area for artistic expression, allowing students to explore their creativity in a comfortable environment.

Hiring fee

Hourly rate: $35 - Full Day (8 hours): $250 (including GST) - Half Day (4 hours): $130 (including GST)

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Garden Studio

Description

The Garden Studio at Gasworks Arts Park is a versatile venue ideal for classes, meetings, rehearsals, and small gatherings, accommodating up to 30 people comfortably. It's popular for theatre rehearsals, auditions, exercise classes, and more, offering a scenic view of Gasworks Park. Equipped with chairs, tables, heating, and nearby amenities including public toilets, it sits amidst a serene setting with gravel paths, gentle slopes, and grassy areas, enhancing its natural charm.

Hiring fee

Hourly rate: $35 - Full Day (8 hours): $250 (including GST) - Half Day (4 hours): $130 (including GST)

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Gasworks Boardroom

Description

The Gasworks boardroom, situated in the Gasworks Theatre building, provides a comfortable and private setting for business conferences and meetings. It features a conference table, 12 desk chairs, and a 65-inch TV screen with Logitech Video conferencing System. Equipped with crystal-clear audio, HD video, 10x zoom capabilities, and climate control, it caters to all meeting and conferencing requirements.

Hiring fee

$50 plus GST per hour (office hours 9am to 5pm) $150 plus GST for half day (office hours 9am to 1pm) $250 plus GST for full day (office hours 9am to 5pm) with a refundable Bond of $250.

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