Sylvia Staehli Theatre
9.5m x 17.5m / 166m2
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SYLVIA STAEHLI THEATRE
9.5m x 17.5m / 166m2 / 130p Capacity
The Sylvia Staehli Theatre is the main performance space of Dancehouse and is well equipped for a range of performances and events.
Situated on the ground floor, the space can transform to a black box with end-on seating, proscenium arch, open studio and a range of presentation and event configurations. The Sylvia Staehli Theatre is often used for the presentations of performance works, events and talks and allows for a range of technical requirements.
Sylvia Staehli Theatre has: polished timber floor, heating, air conditioning, no mirrors, limited natural light, full black out, stereo with aux plug in, moveable seating bank (106-130), full rig, black curtains, proscenium stage at North end.
Accessibility: Wheelchair access.
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Located in North Carlton, Dancehouse is a performance venue dedicated to contemporary dance with a comfortable foyer, bar and amenities, two flexible studio spaces, upstairs and a theatre with backstage, and garden on the ground floor.
While Dancehouse spaces are primarily set-up for dance performances, rehearsals and workshops, they are versatile and available for a wide range of applications. Dancehouse has played host to talking events, music gigs, parties, photo shoots, community festivals and corporate planning days.