Illawarra Performing Arts Centre
Highlights
- Explore the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, the region's premier venue for world-class theatre productions.
- Relax at The Social café and bar, enjoying the impressive al fresco space in Wollongong Arts Precinct.
- Attend a diverse range of performances managed by Merrigong Theatre Company, enriching your cultural experience.
- Visit conveniently located at 32 Burelli Street, making it easy to incorporate arts into your Wollongong itinerary.
The Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC) is the region’s premier performing arts complex and is conveniently located in the Wollongong Arts Precinct.
It is also home to The Social, a unique café and bar boasting an impressive al fresco space.
Merrigong Theatre Company manages the IPAC and presents a variety of professional theatre productions.
Visit the website for a list of world-class performances taking place during your Wollongong visit.
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- A hearing loop is available.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in Auslan.
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)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://merrigong.com.au/your-visit/access-services/
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