Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre
Highlights
- Experience captivating performances in the Alpine MDF Theatre, featuring 514 raked seats for optimal viewing.
- Host memorable events in versatile spaces accommodating up to 500 guests, perfect for conferences and weddings.
- Savour delicious meals at the on-site café Intermezzo, open daily for breakfast and lunch.
- Explore the vibrant Arts Precinct, located next to the Wangaratta Art Gallery and Art Space.
Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre is the region’s premiere venue for entertainment and conferencing.
Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed specifically for hosting performing arts and conferences in the region. Since its opening in 2009, it has become a popular choice for events thanks to its modern architecture and excellent amenities. The centre boasts a dedicated theatre with 514 raked seats including a balcony (known as the Alpine MDF Theatre), as well as flexible spaces that can accommodate up to 500 people for meetings, conferences, weddings and other events.
Located in the heart of Wangaratta CBD, this venue is nestled within the Arts Precinct, adjacent to the Wangaratta Art Gallery and Art Space. It has an on-site café Intermezzo which is open daily for breakfast and lunch, as well dinners when shows and events are running.
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Accreditations
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
- Meetings and Events Australia
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
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.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
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.
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
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- 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
- Step free access to the conference or function room
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.