Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat
Highlights
- Explore the stunningly renovated auditorium, where elegance meets comfort in Ballarat's historic theatre.
- Experience world-class performances from renowned theatre companies in Australia's oldest continuously operating venue.
- Engage with the local community by attending a diverse range of productions at this cultural hub.
- Enjoy accessible seating options by discussing your needs with the Box Office for a seamless visit.
Opened in 1875, Her Majesty’s Theatre is the beating cultural heart of Ballarat, holding the title of Australia’s oldest continuously operating live theatre venue. This historic building features a stunningly renovated double-balconied auditorium, recently restored to blend comfort with elegance, and equipped with state-of-the-art theatre technology.
Each year, Her Majesty’s hosts an exciting season of touring productions, showcasing performances from world class theatre companies and musicians.
But it’s not just for the pros. Her Majesty’s is a beloved community hub and is host to a huge variety of local productions. Come and see a show at the most glamorous theatre in regional Victoria.
Accessible seating requirements can be discussed with the Box Office.
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Accreditations
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Features
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- A hearing loop is available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A doorbell or intercom at an accessible height and display a contact number (accessible height is 900mm-1100 mm)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- Lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.