About Theatre 2

A classic black box theatre, reimagined for versatility — this is a space where ideas, performances, and people take focus without distraction.

Designed to support everything from intimate theatre productions and cabaret to conferences, keynote presentations, and breakout sessions, the venue offers a dynamic environment that adapts with ease. Its 105-seat retractable tiered seating ensures excellent sightlines for every attendee, while the multipurpose flat-floor stage allows for a range of configurations—from traditional performance layouts to more flexible, interactive setups.

Understated in style yet rich in capability, the space is equipped with AV and a fixed lighting grid, providing options for enhanced technical hire for both polished presentations and compelling live performances. Whether you're hosting a speaker, facilitating a workshop, or staging a rehearsal, the environment is designed to keep audiences engaged and immersed.

Dedicated dressing rooms support seamless transitions behind the scenes, making it equally well-suited to high-profile speakers and performers as it is to emerging talent and creative development.

Refined, flexible, and purpose-built, this black box theatre offers a focused setting where content and creativity come to the forefront—ensuring every event or performance lands with clarity and impact.

Venue Details

Capacity

Up to 105 (configurable layouts)

Stage type

Flexible / black box

Orchestra pit

No

Stage dimensions

10m wide × 6m deep (60m²)

Grid

Fixed

Floor size

108m²

Loading access

Load in through Lakeside Room foyer, lift to Level 2. Double entry doors.

Dressing rooms

2 rooms (accommodates up to 9 persons)

Sound

L‑Acoustics house PA (typical install)

Green room

N/A

Best for
  • Theatre
  • Comedy
  • Rehearsal 
  • Corporate
  • Cocktail
  • Dinner
  • Social

Theatre 2 Gallery


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Theatre 2 Floorplan


Diagram of Theatre 2 seating configurations

Accessibility


Wheelchair access

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Requirements

Catering required
AV / technical requirements

Additional information

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