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Top Cheap Theatres in Melbourne
Unleash your creativity on Melbourne's vibrant stages! Explore our diverse selection of budget-friendly theatres throughout the city, where you'll find a performance space to suit every budget and production style. Whether you're in search of an intimate theatre space in the heart of the CBD, a grand playhouse in South Melbourne or a flexible hall in the suburbs, we have the ideal setting for your next performance. Don't allow financial constraints to hinder your event planning – discover cheap theatres in Melbourne on Tagvenue today!
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![Pawditorium at RSPCA Pawdatorium in Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne]()
Pawditorium
80 guestsRSPCA PawdatoriumEastern Suburbs, MelbourneEEstefan J.
“Loved everything, everything you need for a great film premiere night!”from $120
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![Entire Venue at Northcote Theatre in Northcote, Melbourne]()
Entire Venue
500 guestsNorthcote TheatreNorthcote, MelbourneThe Northcote Theatre offers a spacious and versatile Ballroom with an open floor plan and an overlooking Mezzanine, capable of accommodating a wide range of events with capacities ranging from 200 to 1400 attendees.from $3000
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Viva Showroom
100 guestsViva MelbourneNorth MelbourneLooking for a venue in North Melbourne for your next event? Viva Melbourne offers a setting with red interior, creating a classic cabaret atmosphere. The venue features a stage with a walkway, a large flatscreen as the stagefrom $10000
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![Main Room at Northcote Theatre in Northcote, Melbourne]()
Main Room
344 guestsNorthcote TheatreNorthcote, MelbourneWhether it's a gig with thousands of strangers or a casual drink with friends, every visit promises a transformative experience. We're more than just a venue.from $3000
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![Theatre at The Motley Bauhaus in Carlton, Melbourne]()
Theatre
75 guestsThe Motley BauhausCarlton, MelbourneDDom M.
“I'd definitely recommend the venue, and I'm hoping we can have future events there too!”from $800
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![Events Space STUDIO 705 at Music Valley in Point Cook, Melbourne]()
Events Space STUDIO 705
60 guestsMusic ValleyPoint Cook, Melbourne
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AAndrew R.
“The Events Space at Music Vally exceeded all our expectations.”from $79
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![The Lounge + Abell Boardroom at The Cluster in Melbourne CBD]()
The Lounge + Abell Boardroom
70 guestsThe ClusterMelbourne CBDAAlice
“Thankyou to the team and we will definitely consider this space in the future!”from $1950
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Warehouse 21
30 guestsThe ClusterMelbourne CBDMMarney -.
“Loved the space and location. Great vibe and fit out.”from $1000
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The Lounge
50 guestsThe ClusterMelbourne CBDJJasmine
“Great venue, beautiful space! Helpful staff members as well (esp. Chelsea)”from $1650
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![Entire Venue at Brunswick Foodstore in Brunswick, Melbourne]()
Entire Venue
100 guestsBrunswick FoodstoreBrunswick, MelbourneOur spacious venue located in Brunswick is ideal for those looking for an atmosphere of warmth and simplicity. The venue was transformed from Tobys Estate Coffee warehouse and roastery into what is now the Brunswick Foodstorefrom $115
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![Grand Ballroom at Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park in South East Melbourne]()
Grand Ballroom
1353 guestsPullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert ParkSouth East MelbourneVersatile and elegant, the newly refurbished Grand Ballroom, which can hold up to 1600 guests, can be broken down into six individual Melbourne event spaces with two pre function areas.from $20000
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Theatre
220 guestsHowlerBrunswick, MelbourneEvents can be seated or standing, from 30 to 400 guests. In the years since Howler joined Melbourne's entertainment scene, the stage has hosted shows for Billie Eilish, Black Eyed Peas, Laufey The Killers and more recentlyfrom $2000
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FAQs about Top Cheap Theatres in Melbourne
Here are some areas where you can find affordable theatre hire in the city:
- Community Centres & Halls: Suburbs such as Thornbury, Brunswick, or Coburg boast community centres or halls with intimate performance spaces. While these venues may offer basic amenities, they're often very reasonably priced and suitable for smaller productions or rehearsals.
- University Theatres: Institutions like Melbourne University or RMIT sometimes make their performance spaces available for hire to external groups at student-friendly rates.
- Independent Theatre Companies: Explore areas like Fitzroy or Collingwood for independent theatre companies that may offer their own performance spaces for hire at more affordable rates compared to established theatres.
- Smaller Venues with Flexible Rates: Consider smaller theatre venues, especially those located outside the CBD, which may be open to negotiating rates based on your production's needs and the timing of your rental.
We recommend making your booking for most performance venues at least 2-3 months in advance. While these venues offer cost-effective options, booking well in advance is advisable for prime slots like weekends or evenings when demand is high. It is better to avoid any last minute bookings, although there is a slim chance of securing a last-minute cancellation deal, it's not a dependable strategy.
Here are a few theatres highly recommended by our users:
- Theatre at The Motley Bauhaus - This black box theatre in Carlton offers a unique setting for your next performance. The theatre seats 75 and a full lighting and sound setup is included with the hire. Available for hire for AUD$800 minimum spend.
- Events Space 'Studio 705' at Music Valley - This performance space in Point Cook is fully equipped for a range of events including live music, performances and celebrations. The venue can be hired for AUD$79 to AUD$85 per hour.
- Pawditorium at RSPCA Pawdatorium - While it lacks a separate stage, this small theatre in Burwood offers raked seating for up to 80 and comes equipped with a large screen and projector, as well as a high-quality sound system. Available for hire from AUD$120 per hour.
