Contact Us & Hours

Box Office

Contact

Call / (03) 9685 5111
Email / boxoffice@malthousetheatre.com.au 
Visit / 113 Sturt Street Southbank, VIC 3006

Hours

Monday / 9.00am–5pm
Tuesday to Friday / 9.30am–late
Saturday / 10.30am–late 
Sunday / 2.30pm–late

Box Office hours are subject to change.

DAYS WITH A PERFORMANCE
Open until 30 minutes following the performance start time. 

The Coopers Malthouse

Café

Every day / 8am – beginning of nightly performance

The Coopers Malthouse Café does not accept reservations. We recommend that you arrive 40 minutes prior to your chosen performance should you wish to have a meal.

Bar

Tuesday to Saturday / 5pm till late
Sunday/ 5pm till late (performance days only)

Happy Hour / 5–6.30pm, Tuesday to Friday

Specific Enquiries

STAFFING
Annie Bourke / (03) 9685 5150 / abourke@malthousetheatre.com.au

EDUCATION
Vanessa O'Neill / (03) 9685 5164 / voneill@malthousetheatre.com.au

SPONSORSHIP & DONATIONS
Fiona Kelly/ (03) 9685 5162 / fkelly@malthousetheatre.com.au

VENUE
Aaron Rowlands / (03) 9685 5161 / events@malthousetheatre.com.au

MEDIA
Tatia Sloley, TS Publicity / 0403 305 395 / tatia@tspublicity.com.au

MARKETING / marketing@malthousetheatre.com.au 

Your Visit

Getting Here

How to find Malthouse Theatre

113 Sturt Street, Southbank 3006, VIC AUSTRALIA.

**FROM 16 JULY**

Southbank Boulevard will be closed to all traffic between St Kilda Road and Sturt Street. Trams will continue to operate and the precinct will remain open to pedestrians. We recommend adding extra travel time to your journey and taking public transportation. For more information see the City of Melbourne’s plans and roadwork maps here.

ON A TRAM

The No. 1 South Melbourne tram goes right past our door. Get off at Stop 18. Any tram down St Kilda Road—jump off at Grant Street, Stop 17 and take a 3-minute walk.

ON A TRAIN

Any train to Flinders Street, then a 12-minute stroll through Melbourne’s sparkling Arts Precinct.

CYCLING

Secure your bike to one of the many racks outside the foyer. There’s a Melbourne Bike Share station outside the theatre. Hire a helmet from the IGA, just along Sturt Street.

PARKING OPTIONS

Limited on-street parking is available on Grant Street, Sturt Street and Dodds Streets. Two disabled parking spaces are just outside The Coopers Malthouse entrance on Sturt Street.

The closest secure carparks are:

Arts Centre Melbourne Car Park (enter from Sturt Street)

The Australian Ballet Centre Car Park (2 Kavanagh Street)

Malthouse Subscribers get a 15% discount on the Premium Parking Service at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Car Park. You’ll need to pre-book and pre-pay though.

Your Visit

Access

Theatre for all

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair bookings can be made for all performances at The Coopers Malthouse. Patrons can either transfer from their wheelchair to a seat, or the patron may stay in their chair. We can also reserve a space next to this position for companions or friends attending.

It best that wheelchair bookings be made as far in advance as possible. Please contact Box Office via
(03) 9685 5111 or
boxoffice@malthousetheatre.com.au


Companion Card

The Companion Card admits carers to shows as complimentary guests. Holders of this card are welcome to attend any performance presented by Malthouse Theatre.

Hearing Assistance

Malthouse Theatre offers a Hearing Assistance System which allows patrons who use hearing aid to tune into the frequency of that venue. For patrons without a hearing aid, we can offer a similar system and provide the patron with headphones. These systems are available for all mainstage performances at The Coopers Malthouse.

Please contact Box Office to let our team know that you intend to use the system.


Auslan Interpreted and Audio Described Performances 

Malthouse Theatre offers AUSLAN interpretation and Audio Description for a select number of performances. Concession price tickets are available for patrons accessing these services.

Please email boxoffice@malthousetheatre.com.au to book tickets with these services

AUSLAN INTERPRETATION

Available for the following Season 2018 performances:

Good Muslim Boy
8.00pm, Friday 9 March 

Brothers Wreck
7.30pm, Friday 22 June 

Blasted
3.00pm, Saturday 15 September

AUDIO DESCRIBED

Available for the following Season 2018 performances:

A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer
7.30pm, Friday 16 March

Bliss
5pm, Sunday 20 May 

Your Visit

Eat & Drink

at The Coopers Malthouse

The Malthouse Theatre Cafe

Open 7 days, from 8am and before all shows. The perfect spot to sink your teeth into a meal and to digest performances.

Reservations are not accepted but we recommend that you arrive 40 minutes prior to your chosen performance should you wish to have dinner.

The Coopers Malthouse Bar

Open Tuesday to Sunday, 5pm to late.

A well-stocked cellar and your favourite beers on tap. Buy a round for pre-show tipples and post performance toasts. Takings from the bar help fund the productions you see on stage.

Happy hour

Tuesday to Friday
5pm – 6.30pm 

Your Visit

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased

  • Online through this website via the What's On menu;
  • By calling 03 9685 5111 (select option 2 for Box Office); or
  • In person from our Box Office located in the foyer of The Coopers Malthouse at 113 Sturt Street, Southbank, Victoria.

View our Terms and Conditions and Refund and Exchange Policy.

Malthouse Theatre is committed to compliance with the LPA Ticketing Code of Practice and we endeavour to follow these guidelines as required by our LPA membership. For further information on these guidelines, you can download a copy of the Code of Practice below. For any enquires, please contact our Box Office on 03 9685 5111 or boxoffice@malthousetheatre.com.au.

Download the LPA Ticketing Code of Practice

Malthouse Theatre recognises Ticketmaster as an authorised vendor of Malthouse Theatre production tickets.

Discounted Tickets

STUDENTS & UNDER 30s

Full-time students and those aged 30 years and under can access discounted tickets for all Malthouse Theatre mainstage performances. Proof of eligibility is required when booking or collecting tickets. Acceptable proof of eligibility includes photo identification displaying age or a student card issued by an Australian education institution.

CONCESSION

Our Concession rate is available to the following:

  • Australian Pensioners
  • Health Care Cardholders
  • Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance Members
  • Customers using Auslan or Audio Description services

Proof of eligibility is required when booking or collecting tickets.

SENIORS CARD HOLDERS

Holders of a Seniors Card issued by any Australian state are entitled to a discounted rate on all Malthouse Theatre performances.  Be sure to select the Seniors rate when booking online. Your Seniors Card must be presented when booking or collecting tickets. For more information on the Victorian Seniors Card please see their website https://www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/seniors-card

PREVIEW PERFORMANCES

Selected performances throughout the season are available for purchase at Preview pricing. Check individual productions for preview performances and pricing.

COMPANION CARD HOLDERS

Holders of this card are entitled to a complimentary ticket for their companion for any Malthouse Theatre performances. To book using a Companion Card, please contact the Box Office and present your Companion Card upon collection of your tickets.

GROUPS

If you purchase eight or more tickets to the same Malthouse Theatre production, for the same date and time, we offer a group price discount. We recommend doing this over the phone or at the counter so our staff can ensure your group is seated in the best location possible.

RUSH TICKETS

Full time students and MEAA Members are also eligible for Rush pricing ($20). Available 60 mins prior to the performance start time at the box office. This is available for limited performances only. Proof of eligibility is required.

Your Visit

Industry Memberships

Malthouse Theatre is proud to offer arts industry members access to discounted tickets. We foster a unique community experience that sparks conversation and we strongly encourage the arts community to join the dialogue.

For an annual membership fee of $30, Industry Members may access two $35 tickets to Malthouse Theatre mainstage season productions and selected special events. Industry Memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Industry Memberships are available to:

  • Theatre practitioners (actors, directors, writers, set designers, costume designers, sound designers, lighting designers, producers etc.);
  • Interns and paid employees of arts organisations in Victoria that are supported by The Australia Council and Creative Victoria;
  • Secondary school teachers and university professors of Drama or Theatre Studies; 
  • Current members of Actors Equity (MEAA), AACTA, Arts Access, Australian Writers’ Guild and Arts Hub.

Unsure if you are eligible? Email us at boxoffice@malthousetheatre.com.au to find out more.

Please note that Industry Member tickets are subject to availability.

To Apply:

Complete the application form below. Our Box Office team will then be in touch to confirm your Industry Membership and process your membership fee payment.

2018 INDUSTRY MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Your Visit

Vanguard

SUPPORTED BY DEBBIE DADON AM

Representing the future of Malthouse Theatre, Vanguard is a cohort of highly engaged and culturally curious agents of change who are welcomed into the company as new ambassadors.

Vanguard invites individuals aged 18 to 30 to connect with our theatre as a space for artistic, social and political discussion.  Members receive tickets to designated preview performances throughout Season 2018 and attend pre- and post-show conversations and events including opportunities to connect with Malthouse Theatre Executive, Board and artists.

With unparalleled access, Vanguard members have a year of unforgettable experiences, gain insight into Malthouse Theatre’s work, contribute to discussions about cultural leadership and build a new network of local arts lovers.

Vanguard is co-led by Malthouse Theatre’s General Manager and Board member Jan Owen (CEO of the Foundation for Young Australians).

The Vanguard program is made possible by the generous support of Debbie Dadon AM.

Your Visit

Gift Vouchers

Give a gift they'll applaud

Spoil someone you love with a night out at Malthouse Theatre. Redeemable for tickets to any in-season production, your recipient can select the show that they're most interested in. Vouchers are valid for 12 months and can be purchased for any amount you like – to be put towards a single show, a number of shows or a Season Pass.

Digital Gift Vouchers

We know all about the last minute gift purchase, so our digital vouchers can be emailed directly to you, or to the recipients, to be printed at home. And when you book online you can even add a personal touch with a message just for them.

If you are intending to order multiple gift vouchers online, you will need to purchase each one separately.

Premium Gift Vouchers

Available in Mint Green, Cobalt Blue or Jet Black, Premium Gift Vouchers are perfect for when you prefer to give something extra special. Packaged in a gorgeous matching envelope, you'll really impress with these beauties.

To order a Premium Gift Voucher, just give us a call and order over the phone on (03) 9685 5111 or visit us in person at 113 Sturt Street, Southbank.

Buy a Digital Gift Voucher

Gift Voucher Terms and Conditions

1. Gift Vouchers are not refundable. 
2. Gift Vouchers can only be redeemed for Malthouse Theatre productions.
3. Gift Vouchers can be redeemed online at malthousetheatre.com.au or in person at The Coopers Malthouse Box Office, 113 Sturt St Southbank.
4. Gift Vouchers cannot be redeemed for cash. 
5. Gift Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and cannot be redeemed after this time. 
6. If your order exceeds the amount of your Gift Voucher, you must pay the balance with cash, cheque, debit or credit card. 
7. Malthouse Theatre does not accept any liability for lost or stolen Gift Vouchers. 
8. Malthouse Theatre may provide Gift Voucher purchasers with information about the redemption status of Gift Vouchers.