Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC)
Highlights
- Experience diverse live entertainment in a vibrant cultural hub nestled in the heart of Wine Country.
- Explore the newly launched PACC Gallery showcasing locally curated exhibitions and creative talents.
- Enjoy top-tier performances from comedy to theatre in a comfortable 466-seat theatre with tiered seating.
- Utilise versatile spaces for meetings and workshops, enhancing community engagement and creativity in Cessnock.
Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) is a vibrant cultural hub located in the heart of Wine Country—just an hour west of Newcastle and two hours north of Sydney.
Each year, PACC delivers a diverse program of live entertainment and cultural experiences, celebrating the breadth of the creative arts industry. From world-class Australian and international theatre productions to innovative dance performances, top-tier comedy acts, and live music that spans both contemporary and legendary artists, PACC offers something for everyone.
In 2023, the launch of the PACC Gallery expanded the venue’s artistic reach, showcasing locally curated and touring exhibitions that highlight a range of creative talents.
The PACC complex features a 466-seat theatre with both stalls and tiered seating, a spacious foyer and kitchen, an exhibition space, a makers’ space, and a retail area. Additionally, it houses two versatile rooms suitable for meetings, presentations, and workshops, along with an outdoor performance area.
PACC is home to a variety of organisations, including the Cessnock Senior Citizens group, ADFAS (Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society), and Hunter Drama’s weekly drama classes. It also serves as a venue for Cessnock City Council civic events and welcomes a diverse range of community groups, organisations, and individuals who utilise its spaces for workshops, meetings, and performances.
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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.
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)
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- 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 the conference or function room
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- www.mypacc.com.au/Your-visit/Access
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