Willoughby has a range of halls, auditoriums, theatres and small rooms that can be used for performances, auditions, rehearsals, conferences, exhibitions, creative classes, corporate and community meetings, workshops and other special occasions. When booking your venue consider our range of music, sound and audio-visual equipment that is available to hire, or our additional event planning services such as catering, staffing, ticketing and box office functions. To make a booking enquiry,contact our friendly staff on 9411 7088 and we will help make your event a success.
Staff Support
Whether you are holding a party, a live concert, a rehearsal or seminar, the Performing Arts Unit has a range of highly skilled staff that can assist with planning and presenting your event.
We can provide duty managers, ushers, front of house managers, box office assistants, sound and lighting technicians and waiting staff depending on your requirements. Contact us to discuss what type of staff you need and rates of hire.
Catering and Bar Service
The Performing Arts Unit offers catering for all kinds of functions throughout the day or evening. We offer a range of menus for breakfast, morning/afternoon tea, lunch, dinner and hot/cold canapés.
Bar and alcohol services are available at the Zenith Theatre with the hire of our waiting staff. We offer an excellent selection of sparkling wine, beer and some fantastic red and white wine.
Contact the Performing Arts Unit for a comprehensive list of catering menus and selected snacks and beverages available for sale at selected kiosks.
Administration Service
The Performing Arts Unit offers a wide range of standard administration services to help organise and present your event. Services include: faxing, photocopying, binding, name labels and registration desk service. Please contact us for a more comprehensive list of services and fees.
Ticketing and Box Office Functions
If you are holding a public performance or seminar you can arrange to have your tickets sold through the Performing Arts Unit for a small booking fee. We can also provide box office staff to manage your patrons on show nights.
Musical Instruments and Equipment
If you are putting on a musical, dance or theatrical show, some instruments and equipment are available for hire for your rehearsals, auditions and performances.
Pianos are available for hire, as are percussion instruments including, timpani, bass drum and music stands.
Sound, Lighting and Audio-Visual Equipment
A wide range of sound, lighting and audio-visual equipment suitable for performances, conferences and other special occasions is available through the Performing Arts Unit. Some of our equipment is accessible at no extra charge with the hire of your venue.
Call us for a comprehensive list of equipment incuding speakers, amplifiers, mixing desks, play-back equipment, a wide range of microphones and stands, conference and theatrical lights, data projectors, monitors and video players.
Event Planning Service
No matter what type of private or public occasion you have coming up, the Performing Arts Unit can help you plan it. We encourage you to approach our team as early as possible to discuss all the logistics, such as timing, venue access, equipment, staging, ticketing and catering. The Performing Arts Unit can organise many aspects of your event to help it run as smoothly and efficiently as possible for you and your guests.
Marketing Support
If you are putting on a public concert, dance or theatrical show, you can take advantage of many promotional outlets available through Willoughby City Council for no extra charge. Your event can be listed in:
- The Performing Arts website and Performance Calendar
- The Council homepage and Diary Dates
- The monthly Performing Arts e.news
- The monthly Live & Local banners, posters and pamphlets displayed at venues in Willoughby and beyond
- The What’s on in Willoughby monthly pamphlet
For any enquiries or advice on hiring one of our venues or to discuss our additional services, please call the Performing Arts Unit on 9411 7088 during business hours or email paunit@willoughby.nsw.gov.au.
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Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Licensed in limited areas, No BYO Allowed
Completely smoke-free
Indoor: 250
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