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Top Performance Spaces in Melbourne
From indie theatre shows in Fitzroy to community recitals in Carlton, Melbourne’s performing arts scene thrives on diversity — and it needs the right stage to match. If you're hunting for performance venues in Melbourne, you're in luck. There are spaces designed for movement-based pieces, acoustic-friendly studios for spoken word, and even open-plan venues that double as exhibition areas. The city’s creative hubs including Brunswick, Richmond, and Docklands offer a unique range of setups, from flexible black box rooms to larger venues with built-in AV. Host a solo act, rehearsal run, or full-length production —there’s a space here that fits the brief (and the budget). Scroll on to start comparing spaces across Melbourne.
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![Events Space STUDIO 705 at Music Valley in Point Cook, Melbourne]()
from $97
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvents Space STUDIO 705
65 guestsMusic ValleyPoint Cook, Melbourne
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MMira
“Great venue for hosting a concert, the staff were also super supportive and helpful throughout the event.” -
![STUDIO 1 at Pulse Studios AU in South East Melbourne]()
from $55
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySTUDIO 1
160 guestsPulse Studios AUSouth East MelbourneLLucy
“Great space - clean and organised. Dominique was wonderful to deal with and our event was a huge success.” -
![The Purple Room at The MBassy Dance in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $77
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Purple Room
250 guestsThe MBassy DanceDocklands, Melbourne
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JJuwei W.
“The venue hire itself was reasonably priced as well and was great value for my money.” -
![Entire Venue at Speakeasy Theatre in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
85 guestsSpeakeasy TheatreMelbourne CBDThe venue is also available for performance and music rehearsals. The space has a flexible layout and features a stage and professional audio & lighting equipment. -
![Black Box Theatre Space at The Improv Pit @ Trainscendence in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBlack Box Theatre Space
80 guestsThe Improv Pit @ TrainscendenceCollingwood, MelbourneHHarley J.
“Accessible, reasonable and very vibrant. The staff was lovely and it helped us out big time” -
![Theatre at The Motley Bauhaus in Carlton, Melbourne]()
from $800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTheatre
15 guestsThe Motley BauhausCarlton, MelbourneCCharlotte
“Amazing venue - so helpful organising , great team” -
![Studio 3 at Dance World Studios in South Melbourne]()
from $88
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio 3
80 guestsDance World StudiosSouth Melbourne
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The studio can be transformed into a theatre space, suitable for cabarets, musical theatre, or in-house performances of dance shows. Theatre lighting equipment and sound production equipment and technical personnel are also -
![Theatre at Alpha Shows Theatre in Western Suburbs, Melbourne]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTheatre
150 guestsAlpha Shows TheatreWestern Suburbs, MelbourneAlpha Studio Theatre is a fully equipped and adaptable creative space located in Altona North. Designed with performance in mind, this 400sqm warehouse conversion includes a 10m x 7m black-painted permanent stage and a 10m -
![Stay Gold at Stay Gold Melbourne in Brunswick, Melbourne]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStay Gold
420 guestsStay Gold MelbourneBrunswick, MelbourneWith a maximum capacity of 420 people, Stay Gold is one of Melbourne's premier live music & event spaces, fitted out with a D&B audiotechnik front of house system with Quest Audio foldbacks, and lighting features a wide range -
![Viva Showroom at Viva Melbourne in North Melbourne]()
from $10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityViva Showroom
100 guestsViva MelbourneNorth MelbourneLooking for a venue in North Melbourne for your next event? Viva Melbourne offers a setting with red interior, creating a classic cabaret atmosphere. The venue features a stage with a walkway, a large flatscreen as the stage -
![The Bandroom at Chelsea Heights Hotel in South East Melbourne]()
from $7000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bandroom
600 guestsChelsea Heights HotelSouth East MelbourneLLachlan R.
“Unique room and enjoyed the hospitality, everyone who attended loved the venue, the food and the food.” -
![Live Music Venue at The Night Cat in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLive Music Venue
550 guestsThe Night CatFitzroy, MelbourneTimeless in style, the central performance space allows audiences a clear view of the stage from anywhere in the venue, as well as an up close and intimate experience with performers.
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“There was enough room for balloon garland setup DJ and a dancefloor as well as bar style tables and stools.”
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“The decor, the furniture, the lighting, the space, the bar, the staff, the dance floor, and the owner.”
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“Great vibes and awesome bar staff, this venue was perfect for our 21st birthday party.”
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“Extremely friendly venue staff for coordination and great service during the event!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of performance venues average $97 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From $60 | to $176 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2000 | to $7000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1200 | to $3500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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STUDIO 1 at Pulse Studios AU in South East Melbourne - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great space - clean and organised.’ -
The Purple Room at The MBassy Dance in Docklands - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Overall, I would recommend this venue for anyone looking to organise events up to 80 people.’ -
Events Space STUDIO 705 at Music Valley in Point Cook - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I found the studio at music valley and was exactly what I was looking for. What a fantastic venue!!’
You'll find performance venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 85 guests | prices average $60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 110 and 200 guests | prices average $120 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 270 guests | prices average $7500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 650 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at The Toff
on 252 Swanston Street - 150 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Fantastic staff that were totally amazing & a perfect place to have a 30th birthday. The food was so yummy.’ -
Event Space at Evoqe Events
on 123 Queen Street - 550 m from centre.
Venue said: We exist in the space that crosses glamour and sin; where glossy glamour collides with modern mischief, flourishing in an ambience where every night feels like the morning-after was worth it. -
Juliet Melbourne at Juliet Melbourne
on 37-41 Little Bourke Street - 650 m from centre.
Venue said: The space is situated below older brother Punch Lane, a long-standing Melbourne institution and Laneway pioneer established in 1995. The area is available 7 days a week for exclusive, semi-exclusive bookings or non-exclusive...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for performance venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Dance Studio | prices average $55 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 300 guests |
| Theatre | prices average $10000 hire fee per event | typically between 80 and 100 guests |
| Live Music Venue | prices average $12000 minimum spend per event | typically between 330 and 470 guests |
| Bar | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 150 and 160 guests |
If your performance is held indoors at a private venue (like those on Tagvenue), you generally won’t need a council permit. However, if you're planning anything outdoors or in a public space — including amplified sound — you’ll need to apply for a permit from your local council and possibly submit a risk management plan.
For around 100–150 guests, several versatile venues stand out. Over in Brunswick, Humdinger Studios accommodates up to 110 and includes lighting and sound support. In Carlton, The Motley Bauhaus is another well-loved option with a creative reputation and flexible stage setups.
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