Southbank Theatre, Modern theatre in Southbank, Melbourne, Australia.
Southbank Theatre is a contemporary performance venue in Melbourne's Southbank precinct with two distinct spaces. The larger Sumner hall seats 559 people, while the smaller Lawler studio accommodates 150 for experimental works.
The venue opened in 2009 as the principal home of the Melbourne Theatre Company, launching with a production of Poor Boy starring Guy Pearce. The building subsequently received the Victorian Architecture Medal for its design.
The building's exterior displays geometric patterns inspired by American abstract expressionist Al Held. The interior spaces are named after directors John Sumner and Ray Lawler.
The venue is fully wheelchair accessible and provides FM hearing systems for performances. Convenient parking options with discounted rates are available in the surrounding area.
The complex houses Miss Pearl Bar + Dining, serving Asian-inspired cuisine. Two foyer bars allow visitors to enjoy food and drinks before and between performances.
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