Southbank Theatre
Southbank Theatre, 140 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank VIC 3006Home to Melbourne Theatre Company – A Premier Event Venue in Southbank
Host your next event in one of Melbourne’s most iconic creative venues, Southbank Theatre, home to Melbourne Theatre Company. Designed by the award-winning ARM Architecture, this stunning, contemporary venue offers a variety of dynamic event and performance spaces, perfect for an unforgettable gathering.
Celebrated as a top function venue in Melbourne for corporate entertaining, cocktail functions, banquets, seminars, and exclusive theatre performances, the venue blends sophistication with artistic flair, providing a distinct and inspiring backdrop for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a private banquet or a large-scale corporate event, the Southbank Theatre offers a versatile and immersive setting.
Create a truly extraordinary event experience in one of Melbourne’s best function venues. Enquire today to book Southbank Theatre for your next function.
Capacities
| SPACE | COCKTAIL | BANQUET | THEATRE |
| The Lawler | 200 | 160 | 163 |
| The MTC Lounge | 60 | 44 | 30 |
| Level 1 Foyer | 300 | 150 | – |
Delivering exceptional event experiences
Located in the vibrant Melbourne Arts Precinct, Southbank Theatre is a hub of storytelling and creativity. The unique space provides the opportunity to entertain guests with a range of theatre performances as well as host events in the event spaces within its structurally striking building.
Bespoke Catering Packages
As the exclusive caterer for Southbank Theatre, The Fresh Collective provides seasonal menus made with the most fresh and locally sourced produce. Our expertise in cocktail events, corporate functions, wedding receptions and engagement parties, will ensure an unforgettable food and beverage experience for your event at the Southbank Theatre.
We attended a fantastic sit-down dinner in one of the theatre spaces. I’ve never experience anything like it. What a unique setting paired with delicious food and drink.
Kerry
Facilities
- Wheelchair and mobility access
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- AV facilities
- Digital monitors
- Full service bar
- Staging if required
Gallery
LOCATION & PARKING
- Parking is available at the Southgate and Eureka Wilson parking stations.
- Tram stop on nearby St Kilda Road.
- Walking distance from Flinders Street Station.
- The Melbourne Tourist Shuttle Bus runs in a loop around the city and stops at the Art Centre Melbourne.
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Spaces
Level 1 Foyer
Host an Exceptional Event at Southbank Theatre’s Level 1 Foyer
With its spacious layout and stunning city views, the Level 1 Foyer at Southbank Theatre offers an elegant and flexible setting for a range of corporate functions and private events. This open-plan venue for hire in Melbourne is bathed in natural light during the day and transforms into a stylish, skyline-lit space by night, making it ideal for cocktail receptions, formal dinners, corporate presentations, and boutique trade shows.
Accommodating up to 300 guests for cocktail-style events, the Level 1 Foyer is a modern and sophisticated space designed to create a seamless event experience. Enquire now to secure this stunning Melbourne venue for your next function.
MTC Lounge
Host Your Next Event at MTC Lounge
MTC Lounge at Southbank Theatre is a modern and flexible corporate function venue offering stunning city views and state-of-the-art amenities. Whether you're planning a corporate function, a private dinner, or a cocktail gathering, this versatile venue in Melbourne provides a refined atmosphere for professional and social occasions.
The lounge consists of two event rooms, which can be hired separately or combined for a larger setting. Featuring built-in AV capabilities, the space is ideal for boardroom meetings (up to 20 guests), theatre-style presentations (up to 30 guests), and elegant evening receptions. With daylight-filled interiors and breathtaking Melbourne skyline views, MTC Lounge sets the stage for an exceptional event experience. Enquire now to secure your booking.
The Lawler
Host an Unforgettable Corporate Function at The Lawler
The Lawler at Southbank Theatre is a versatile black-box venue offering a customisable venue for theatre productions, corporate events, and private functions. Featuring modular seating for up to 163 guests, this space provides limitless possibilities for creative and professional gatherings.
Whether you're planning a performance, or a corporate conference in Melbourne, The Lawler’s flexible layout allows you to design an event that meets your unique vision. Available for exclusive hire, this Melbourne venue is ideal for corporate conferences, independent productions, corporate entertaining, and tailored experiences. Enquire today to book The Lawler for your next event.
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