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Goldfields Theatre

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A stylish and contemporary space for medium sized business events, Goldfields Theatre is designed to keep your audience comfortable and captivated. Enjoy refreshments from Goldfields Café + Bar close by and make use of the Courtyard Meeting Rooms for breakout sessions next door. Seating up to 1,005, Goldfields Theatre offers complete versatility for your seminar, concert, guest speaker, conference or graduation ceremony.

Explore our floor plans and space capacities guide

Capacity range

  • Theatre

    1005 people

  • Theatre sub-divided

    628 people

  • Classroom

    525 people

  • Cocktail

    1080 people

  • Banquet

    670 people

  • Cabaret

    536 people

  • Event space

    1296 sqm

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Room details

Room features

  • State-of-the-art technology and rigging

  • Support of a dedicated event planner

  • Retractable seats

  • Adjustable soundproof walls

  • Technical advice and support

  • Goldfields Café + Bar, exhibition bays, banquet and meeting rooms nearby

  • Close to car parks, taxi and ride share zones

Accessibility features

  • Room is on ground level

  • Accessible parking and lift at Door 1, 6 and 10, Exhibition Centre Basement Car Park  

  • Braille door signage

  • Entry via automatic door, activated by push button

  • Guide dog friendly

  • TTA hearing assisted telephone available for use

  • Flexible seating available

  • Designated wheelchair seating arrangement, with companion seating

  • Stage ramp or stage lift available, depending on chosen stage setup and room layout

  • Wheelchair accessible toilets nearby

  • Ambulant toilets nearby

  • Prams and strollers must be stored in the Cloak Room at the Customer Service desk next to Goldfields Café

Technology features

Pre-installed technology:

  • Intelligent lectern with fixed microphones and presentation computer

  • High definition projector and screen

  • Vision control system

  • PA system for sound amplification

  • Audio control desk

  • Basic stage lighting with control

  • Multifunction touch panel

  • Large stage

Optional extras:

  • Wireless microphones

  • Display screens

  • Recording or streaming equipment

  • Lectern branding

  • Wireless internet

Please note, this space requires a minimum of three operators.

Room location

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Small Cantilevered Room

Accommodating up to 63 people, our Small Cantilevered Room offers stylish interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the Yarra River.

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Small Meeting Room

Small Meeting Rooms accommodate up to 70 people for business meetings, presentations, cocktail events or dinners. Connect adjacent rooms for more space.

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Medium Meeting Room

Maximise productivity in our Medium Meeting Rooms. Perfect for business meetings, presentations or dinners. Foyer space available.

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Large Meeting Room

Large Meeting Rooms are ideal for business meetings, presentations or dinners. Accommodate up to 234 people. Foyer available for registration and catering.

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Interested in hosting your next event at MCEC? Find out more about how we can bring your event to life.

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