Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra

Name: Canberra Theatre Centre
Address: Civic Square, Canberra, 2601, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 6275 2700

#78 among attractions in Canberra

Concerts and shows, Theater

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Facts and practical information

Canberra Theatre Centre, also known as the Canberra Theatre, is the Australian Capital Territory’s central performing arts venue and Australia’s first performing arts centre, the first Australian Government initiated performing arts centre to be completed. It opened on 24 June 1965 with a gala performance by the Australian Ballet. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 24 June 1965 (58 years ago)Coordinates: 35°16'55"S, 149°7'52"E

Address

Civic SquareNorth Canberra (City)Canberra 2601 Australia

Contact

+61 2 6275 2700

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Day trips

Canberra Theatre Centre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Commonwealth Park, Canberra Centre, City Hill, Captain James Cook Memorial.

0.5 miS
Park
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canberra, Commonwealth Park is an urban oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. This expansive green space is a cherished sanctuary for both locals and tourists, providing a picturesque setting for leisure, recreation...
~1330 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Canberra Centre, Canberra
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Australia's capital, Canberra Centre stands as a premier shopping destination, offering a blend of fashion, culture, and leisure. This expansive shopping centre, characterized by its modern architecture and wide array of retail outlets, has...
~590 ftW
Park
City Hill, Canberra
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canberra, City Hill stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape of Australia's capital. This lush park, located within the Parliamentary Triangle, offers a tranquil retreat for residents and visitors alike.
0.6 miS
Memorial
Captain James Cook Memorial, Canberra
15 min walk • The Captain James Cook Memorial in Canberra, Australia, stands as a proud tribute to the British explorer who charted the East Coast of Australia in 1770. Unveiled in 1970 to mark the bicentenary of Cook's discovery, the memorial is an iconic feature of the capital's...
0.6 miW
Museum, Cinema, Specialty museum
National Film & Sound Archive, Canberra
15 min walk • The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, known as ScreenSound Australia from 1999 to 2004, is Australia's audiovisual archive, responsible for developing, preserving, maintaining, promoting and providing access to a national collection of film, television, sound, radio...
~1800 ftE
Park, Playground
Glebe Park, Canberra
9 min walk • Glebe Park is a public park on the eastern side of Civic, Canberra, Australia. The park is bounded by Coranderrk, Ballumbir, Akuna, and Bunda Streets, and to the south, the National Convention Centre.
~470 ftN
Museum celebrating the Ngunnawal people
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra
3 min walk • Canberra Museum and Gallery is an art gallery and museum in Canberra, the capital of Australia. It is located on London Circuit, in Civic in the centre of the city. The gallery was opened on 13 February 1998.
~810 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Walk, Canberra
4 min walk • City Walk is a paved outdoor pedestrian area in Civic, Canberra. It was formed by the closure to traffic of Alinga Street between East Row in the east and Binara Street in the south-west, and named City Walk in January 1975.
~1120 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Petrie Plaza, Canberra
6 min walk • Petrie Plaza is a pedestrian mall located in the Canberra City Centre City Centre, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, being the largest centre within the Australian Capital Territory.
~530 ftNE
Memorial
ACT Memorial, Canberra
3 min walk • The ACT Memorial is an Australian war memorial honouring men and women associated with the Australian Capital Territory who served in a number of conflicts and peacekeeping missions throughout the world.
~620 ftW
Obelisk, Monuments and statues
Canberra Centenary Column, Canberra
4 min walk • The Canberra Centenary Column is a sculpture in City Hill, Canberra, Australia. It was built to commemorate the city's centenary, and unveiled on 11 March 2014.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Canberra Theatre Centre open?

Canberra Theatre Centre is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Canberra Theatre Centre?

Nearby attractions include Vernon Circle, Canberra (2 min walk), Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra (3 min walk), ACT Memorial, Canberra (3 min walk), City Hill, Canberra (3 min walk).

How to get to Canberra Theatre Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canberra Theatre Centre:

Bus

City Bus Station (6 min walk)
City Bus Station Platform 9 • Lines: 30 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Alinga Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (8 min walk)
Elouera Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (17 min walk)