Southbank Theatre — Attraction in Melbourne

The space has problems n its design. If you sit further back (anything from half way) you feel disconnected from the experience (rather like in the - much larger - Regent theatre). Somehow the interior of the auditorium just doesn't work as a theatre space. It would be fine for a movie screen, but it is inflexible, only allowing for proscenium staging and soul-less in feel. The foyer is too small and becomes overcrowded at busy times. The whole thing feels like it was designed by a committee on a shoestring budget. I avoid going there when I can - the Fairfax at the Arts Centre is a vastly superior...

Small and compact theater with reasonable viewing angles of the stage. Found the backdrop of flooring and curtains very dark for the flamenco presentation I brought tickets to and ventilation could have been better. Also inside staff must go further in accomodating those who are elderly and need of ease of access to stairs as they failed to facilitate this for us dispite asking, and what was questionable their reserved seats with ease of access where left to late comers instead? Otherwise a great night with...

Southbank Theatre offers a comfortable arena to watch plays, concerts and other performances.

There is also a bistro if you want to grab a bite to eat before the show. Or you can get snacks but they're not cheap; compatable to a movie theatre snack bar.

Some more seating for people when they're waiting for the doors to open would be nice. There seemed to be a lot of senior citizens with...