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Burdekin Theatre

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The Burdekin Theatre is the home of arts and entertainment in the Burdekin Region playing host to a diverse range of live performances, conferences, meetings, seminars, weddings, exhibitions and many other events. The venue features an 472 seat raked auditorium with proscenium arch, fly tower and orchestra pit, supported by professional technical staff. This is a Council owned venue.


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Townsville

Visual Theatre / Puppetry, Cabaret, Circus / Physical Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Drama, Live Music (Contemporary), Live Music (Classical), Music Theatre / Opera, Performance Art / Spoken Word

Cabaret, Music Theatre / Opera, Live Music (Contemporary), Live Music (Classical), Dance, Drama, Comedy, Circus / Physical Theatre, Performance Art / Spoken Word

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Townsville

161 Queen St, Ayr 4807, Australia
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Performance Spaces

Burdekin Theatre

161 Queen Street, Ayr, QLD, 4807

Performance Space

Capacity

Venue Type

Auditorium
Auditorium

Theatre

472

The Burdekin Theatre is the home of arts and entertainment in the Burdekin Region playing host to a diverse range of live performances, conferences, meetings, seminars, weddings, exhibitions and many other events. The Burdekin Theatre can provide specialist light and sound requirements to make your event stand out.

The venue features an impressive 472 seat raked auditorium with proscenium arch, fly tower and orchestra pit, supported by professional technical staff and state of the art facilities. The Theatre is wheelchair friendly, accessible by lift in the Theatre Foyer or by Door C on the floor level.

Burdekin Theatre Music Loft
Burdekin Theatre Music Loft

80

The Burdekin Theatre Music Loft is a small multi-purpose venue located on the Mezzanine level of the Burdekin Theatre Complex.

The Music Loft is a perfect venue for exhibitions, workshops, meetings, and functions and is often used as a “break out” venue for conferences, as well as a venue for private functions in association with events in the main theatre or foyer.

A range of equipment can be hired for use in the venue such as projection and presentation equipment.

The Music Loft is accessible via the venue’s Foyer using the lift or stairs and via an external staircase at the side of the Complex.

Burdekin Theatre Forecourt
Burdekin Theatre Forecourt

Outdoors

800

The Forecourt with its beautiful Living Lagoon water feature can accommodate up to 800 people for any outside event. The Burdekin Theatre Forecourt includes an impressive all weather outdoor stage and is a relaxed outdoor facility perfect for public events and private functions.

A range of equipment can be hired for use at the venue including outdoor sound and lighting packages.

Burdekin Theatre Foyer
Burdekin Theatre Foyer

140

The Burdekin Theatre Foyer is a versatile space suitable for smaller intimate performances and functions with full production staging if required. It is the perfect venue for intimate performances, weddings, corporate functions and meetings as well as an exhibition space.

The Foyer has full wheel chair access and is accessible via the venue’s main entrance.

Burdekin Theatre Deck
Burdekin Theatre Deck

Host your next small gathering on the Burdekin Theatre Deck. Connecting seamlessly to the Burdekin Theatre Foyer, this versatile space is perfect for smaller events, birthday celebrations, team meetings, and private functions. It also serves as an excellent breakout area for larger events hosted in the Foyer, such as conferences or training days.

The deck offers a unique setting for your gathering, complemented by dedicated staff who ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish. Enjoy the option of a private outdoor bar to enhance your experience.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed afternoon get-together or an elegant evening celebration, the Burdekin Theatre Deck is the perfect choice for creating memorable moments.

Burdekin Memorial Hall

77-79 Ninth Avenue, Home Hill, QLD, 4806

Performance Space

Capacity

Venue Type

Main Hall
Main Hall

Hall / Found Space

700

The Main Hall with a capacity of 700 patrons seated concert style and 500 patrons seated with tables. The Hall is complete with stage and modern dressing rooms and comprehensive sound and lighting systems that are operated by highly skilled technical staff. A commercial kitchen and bar facilities are available on-site.

Minor Hall
Minor Hall

120

The Minor Hall is ideal for smaller functions and meetings for up to 120 people seated concert style or up to 80 seated at tables.

Ayr Showgrounds

9 Edwards St, Ayr QLD 4807, Ayr, QLD, 4807

Performance Space

Capacity

Venue Type

Ayr Showgrounds Complex
Ayr Showgrounds Complex

The Ayr Showgrounds complex includes a main hall and grounds available for hire.

The main hall is ideal for weddings, functions, parties, presentations and meetings. A commercial kitchen and bar facilities are available on-site. A PA system is also available for hire.

The grounds are available for hire for events such as horse riding clinics, circuses and rodeos.

Acknowledgement of Country

We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

QTouring acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands, winds and water ways.

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