Venue Hire

BMEC is a multi-purpose venue with stages, facilities, and foyers to suit a range of events including entertainment, trade shows, conferences, awards, balls and seminars. At BMEC, we understand that planning an event takes time, passion, creativity and hard work. Our dynamic team of specialised staff will collaborate with you and your event to create a one-of-a-kind experience.

'The Mac' Ian Macintosh Theatre

The proscenium arch theatre seats 642 people – 391 in the stalls and 251 in the dress circle. The theatre has a fly tower, wing space and a rear crossover. The split-level seating makes the theatre an intimate space.

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The BMEC Showroom

The BMEC Showroom, (formally known as City Hall) is licensed for a maximum of 1100 people, has portable rather than fixed seating and can be used in a variety of formats. Removable dividing walls can increase or decrease the size of this venue. In its smallest format it can accommodate up to 500 people depending on the layout. The maximum for sit down dinners is 550.

The Showroom is increasingly used as for performances and workshops as well as cabaret. The Showroom has a sprung floor.

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Rehearsal Rooms

BMEC has two rehearsal rooms which can be opened up to create one larger space.

These spaces will be available from July 1, 2024 for ad hoc rehearsals. We can’t cater for regular users as the spaces connect with The BMEC Showroom which allows for noise-bleed. Each space will have a piano in it, a few tables, chairs and access to general power outlets. Rental will be on a per hour basis. Watch this space for more details soon.

2024/25 Fees & Charges

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The Wattle Foyer

The Wattle Foyer sits upstairs in BMEC surrounded by glass with views out to William Street and the Park showcasing a beautiful artwork by artist Martin Coyte.

A flexible space able to accommodate between 20 – 200 people, the Wattle Foyer contains a small expandable stage, lift access and a bar ideal for: