The Palais Theatre
The Palais Theatre is an iconic live performance venue in St Kilda operated by Live Nation. With a 2,896 people capacity, it is Australia’s largest, fully seated theatre. The building was originally built in 1920 and its design by architect Henry White was typical of a picture theatre at the time.
Who runs the Sydney theatre company?
Kip Williams
The Company presents an annual season of diverse productions at its own venues at The Wharf and nearby Roslyn Packer Theatre at Walsh Bay, and as the resident theatre company of the Sydney Opera House. Our current Artistic Director is Kip Williams, who was appointed in 2016.
Who owns the Palais?
Live Nation Australia
Palais Theatre
| Address | Lower Esplanade St Kilda, Victoria 3182 Australia |
| Location | Greater Melbourne |
| Operator | Live Nation Australia |
| Capacity | 2,896 |
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How old is the Palais Theatre?
94c. 1927
Palais Theatre./Age
What is Australian contemporary Theatre?
Contemporary Australian plays explore social concerns specifically related to the Australian audience in order to not only entertain but force them to engage with relevant social issues within their society.
What would you define as Australian Theatre?
Theatre of Australia refers to the history of the performing arts in Australia, or produced by Australians. During its colonial period, Australian theatrical arts were generally linked to the broader traditions of English literature and to British and Irish theatre.
Who built the modern performance theater in Hobart?
Peter Degraves
In 1834 a consortium of Hobart Town’s business leaders was formed with the aim of establishing a permanent theatre for the rapidly expanding colony. The theatre was designed by Peter Degraves, founder of Cascade, Australia’s oldest brewery, and has walls of convict-carved stone.
How many people can the Palais Theatre hold?
2,896
Palais Theatre./Capacity
With a capacity to seat 2896 it is the largest seated theatre in Australia and features wonderful acoustics, a large raked stage, generous dressing room facilities and spacious foyers. The Palais Theatre is suitable for all styles of events including live music, comedy, ballet, opera and children’s events.
Which is the best theatre company in Sydney?
1 Sydney Theatre Company. Sydney Theatre Company (STC) is the state theatre company of New South Wales and considered by many to be the premiere theatre company in Australia. 2 Belvoir St Theatre. Belvoir is another major theatre company based in Surry Hills, Sydney. 3 Bell Shakespeare Company. 4 Griffin Theatre Company.
What is an example of a theatre company?
Examples of theatres that house their own theatre companies: Griffin, Belvoir, Ensemble. Examples of theatre venues: Factory Theatre, Riverside Theatres. A list of THEATRE COMPANIES that move around between theatre venues (not mentioned in the main list below): Q – I am an actor. How do I get hired by a theatre company?
What are the major theatre companies in Surry Hills?
Belvoir is another major theatre company based in Surry Hills, Sydney. This company also programs work of a very high standard, although on a much smaller scale. The venue on Belvoir street is home to two theatre spaces.
Why visit Australia for a theatre experience?
Australia produces some wonderful and diverse theatre, so make sure you get along to see as many productions as you can by any of these great Australian Theatre Companies. Most Australian theatre companies offer a mixture of classical and contemporary plays throughout their seasons, so keep an eye out.
