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The Loading Dock
The Loading Dock
301 Forbes Street Darlinghurst
The Loading Dock Theatre, housed within our main building at 301 Forbes Street, is our mainstage theatre and is home to our 2024 season, as well as exciting additional events!
About the space
- Blackbox – 60 PAX
- Our flagship theatre
- Flat stage, Raked Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Hearing Loop Available
The Performance
Shows begin at 7pm and are available Wed – Sat. Additional Saturday matinees can be arranged.
- Types of programming may include (but not limited to): Plays, Musicals, Drag, Cabaret
- Slot allotments are available as per the booking calendar. Shared blocks may be available for touring companies
Tickets
- All shows must offer at least 2 ticket prices – general admission and concession
- Qtopia Member discounts must be made available – $5 less than the set ticket price
- Ticket prices must be between $35 and $55
- Qtopia Sydney may request a maximum of 10 tickets per production as complimentary tickets during the run, and an additional 6 tickets for opening night
Access
- Bump in dates – Sunday and Monday prior to show opening
- Bump out – Saturday evening after final show closes
- Additional bump in time after hours may be available, subject to availability.
- Extra daytime hours may be available for bump in if no community outreach programs are booked at that time. Additional hours are only available for confirmation 2 weeks prior to bump in. If additional hours with the tech manager or venue manager are required, this will be at an additional cost of $40 per hour + GST (Mon-Sat)
- Rehearsal time is available in the space subject to availability for $25 p.h. + GST
Pricing
Please contact curatorial@qtopiasydney.com.au
The Substation
The Substation
Taylor Square
Across the road from Qtopia Sydney is the The Substation – a partially subterrain space in Taylor Square that hasn’t been utilised for 30 years.
Qtopia Sydney plans to revitalise the The Substation through creating an immersive performance and exhibition space that will serve as a dynamic hub for LGBTQIA+ arts, culture and community engagement.
About the Space
Intimate subterranean venue – 40PAX
The Performance
Show begin at 7:30pm and are available Monday – Saturday.
- Types of programming may include (but are not limited to): Cabaret, Drag, Music Performances, Plays, Dance, Variety, Immersive
- Flexible season lengths are available
Tickets
- All shows must offer at least 2 ticket prices – general admission and concession
- Ticket prices must be between $30 and $45
- Qtopia Member discounts must be made available – $5 less than the set ticket price
- Qtopia Sydney may request a maximum of 4 tickets per production as complimentary tickets
Access
- Bump in allotment is the 3 hours prior to show
- Additional bump in time can be booked outside of exhibition hours (10:30am-4:30pm Wed-Sun) for $35 per hour + GST
- The performance space is accessible only via stairs
Pricing
Please contact curatorial@qtopiasydney.com.au
The Bandstand
The Bandstand
Green Park, 301 Victoria Street
Located in Green Park, across the road from St Vincent’s Hospital, the The Bandstand will play host to live performance for new and emerging queer artists as well as smaller community events and temporary exhibitions.
About the Space
Intimate, enclosed venue – 40PAX
The Performance
Shows are available Mon – Sat. We recommend a 7:30pm start time
- Types of programming may include (but are not limited to): Cabaret, Drag, Variety, Immersive, Music Performances, Poetry Readings, Book Launches, Script Readings
- No minimum season run – artists may perform 1 night only or present an extended season
- Flexibility on start time is available
- Sunday shows may be be available Sundays occur an additional $160 + GST venue hire fee to cover additional staff costs
Tickets
- All shows must offer at least 2 ticket prices – general admission and concession
- Ticket prices must be between $15 and $35
- Qtopia Member discounts must be made available – $5 less than the set ticket price
- A maximum of 4 complimentary tickets are available for the Artist to give out at no cost per performance. Additional complimentary tickets are $5 per ticket
Access
- The Bandstand shows have a 2 hour bump in window from 5:30pm the night of the performance
- Additional bump in time is available at $35 p.h. + GST (Mon-Sat)
- Rehearsal space is available in the The Bandstand Mon-Sat during operating hours (10:30am-4:30pm) for $15 p.h. + GST
- The performance space at the The Bandstand is accessible by stairs only
Pricing
Please contact curatorial@qtopiasydney.com.au
Partnerships
Partnership Program Qtopia Sydney
Partnering with Qtopia Sydney presents a tangible way to demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ people and contributing to a legacy that celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
Together we will build a tailored partnership that allows us to expand our reach and impact, whilst also creating invaluable exposure opportunities that will help meet your organisation’s internal objectives.
- Corporate training programs in diversity and inclusion
- Media exposure
- Naming rights for exhibitions, spaces and programs
- Volunteering opportunities for your staff
- Event exposure opportunities
- Brand exposure on marketing materials including website
- Social media exposure
Supporters
Our Supporters
Qtopia Sydney would not be possible without our invaluable supporters who have played – and continue to play – a pivotal role in amplifying the impact of our mission. Whether they are individuals, organisations, or community partners, their commitment to fostering understanding and inclusivity fuels the heart of our initiative.
