The Arts Centre Melbourne

Melbourne, the ‘Cultural Capital’ of Australia has its heart in The Arts Centre, Melbourne which is the best destination among all Melbourne Tourist attractions. The Arts Centre located in St. Kilda Street overlooking the Yarra River is marked as the cultural zone of Melbourne. Being the hub of performing arts, The Arts Centre in Melbourne houses many of Australia’s best performing companies and many other groups from all over the world. In all, they stage an exclusive assortment of some extraordinary local and global talent. Being the proud owner of the major tourist attractions in Melbourne, the people of Victoria welcome tourists from all over to be a part of an unforgettable cultural experience

The Arts Centre in Melbourne was proposed to be built during the time of the Second World War when the dire need for a cultural centre in Melbourne was realized. However after quite a long time a plan was finally made and Sir Roy Grounds was selected to construct the building. After a lot of hard work a uniquely splendid building was constructed. The Melbourne Arts Centre can never be overlooked because of its enormous steel spire, which is illuminated with superb neon lighting during the evenings. Another specialty about its construction is that all the theatres and concert halls have been put up below the ground.

The Arts Centre, Melbourne has several separate structures to stage different kinds of performances. Some of the major theatres and concert halls include:

Black Box: Positioned next to the EQ café bar, it stages shows on cabaret, stand-up comedy, contemporary music and other new varieties of theatre and art.

Fairfax Studio: It is a huge auditorium showcasing the performances of local dramatic societies and other modern Melbourne home productions.

Hammer Hall: Located next to the Yarra River, this renowned auditorium seats about 2600 guests. It showcases the concerts of various prominent national as well as international artists.

Play House: This one has been constructed solely for drama but also presents dance recitals, musical performances, comedy shows and chamber opera.

Sidney Myer Music Bowl: Located in The King’s Domain Gardens, Melbourne, this one is perfect for a huge crowd, because apart from the room, the garden area can also accommodate over 11,000 guests.

Star Theatre: This one is well known for having the biggest stage in the word and houses operas, Broadway musicals and dance recitals.

George Adams Gallery: Situated next to the St. Kilda Road entrance, this is the chief exhibition room of The Arts Centre, Melbourne.

The Arts Centre, Melbourne is like a one-stop place for almost everything; from entertainment, to shopping in the Sunday market, to great food, you get everything under one roof here. This centre of performing arts in Melbourne looks to give its guests complete value for their money. They give as much attention to the regular visitors as they do to the tourists.

Address:

The Arts Centre
100 St Kilda Rd
Melbourne VIC 3004

Email: tourism@theartscentre.net.au

Website: www.theartscentre.net.au

Tickets can be bought from the box office located in the theatre buildings, which is open from 9am to 9pm.

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