Fortyfivedownstairs, Multi-arts venue in Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Australia
Fortyfivedownstairs spans three levels, featuring two exhibition spaces and a warehouse-style theatre that accommodates up to 160 people for performances and events.
The building at 45 Flinders Lane operated as an industrial facility until the 1950s, before Mary Lou Jelbart and Julian Burnside established it as an arts venue in 2002.
The venue presents independent artists working across theatre, dance, music, and visual arts, with exhibitions rotating in two dedicated gallery spaces throughout the year.
The galleries open Tuesday through Friday from 11 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, with specific performance times varying by event.
The basement level transformation created a flexible theatre space where classical music recitals and Australian play premieres share the same stage.
Location: Victoria
Inception: 2002
GPS coordinates: -37.81496,144.97316
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:01
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