National Theatre

1920 building formerly known as Victory Theatre located in Melbourne's beach side tourist precinct of St Kilda. Converted to 783 seat proscenium arch theatre by National Theatre Movement 1972-74. Popular community arts venue as well as for commercial acts (Steeleye Span, John Williamson,Evermore) and musicals (RENT, PARIS, LES MISERABLES, MERRY WIDOW etc)New Sound System installed 2005/06, handicapped access 2003, extended dressing room facilities 2006 and extra dimmers 2005. 23 fly lines (counter-weight). Stage area 12.19m x 27.43m. Proscenium opening 10.66m, wings 4.57m both sides. Pit depth 2.12m, pit area 69.67 squ m. Film projection 16mm and 35mm Full cad drawings and tech specs www.nationaltheatre.org.au For all hirings enquiries Linda Aitken Theatre Manager 0395340221 or admin@nationaltheatre.org.au National Theatre Drama School and National Theatre Ballet School are located in studios beneath the main stage in the former stalls area. Company established in December 1935