Melbourne Recital Centre

Melbourne Recital Centre is a purpose-built concert venue located at 31 Sturt Street in Southbank, within Melbourne's Arts Precinct in Victoria, Australia. Opened in 2009, it is renowned for its acoustically acclaimed Elisabeth Murdoch Hall and the smaller Primrose Potter Salon. The centre hosts classical, chamber, contemporary and world music performances, and is notable for its distinctive geometric exterior and high-quality sound design, serving as a major platform for local and international artists.

Visitors can expect a modern, purpose-built music venue with two main performance spaces: the 1000-seat Elisabeth Murdoch Hall known for its acoustic clarity and timber-lined interior, and the intimate 136-seat Primrose Potter Salon. The building features a striking geometric facade, foyer areas with bars, and views over the Arts Precinct. Visits are typically centred around ticketed concerts, recitals and festivals, with opportunities for guided tours and pre-concert talks when scheduled.

Opened on 14 February 2009 as a Victorian Government initiative to provide a dedicated recital venue for Melbourne. Designed by architects Ashton Raggatt McDougall (ARM Architecture), it was developed as part of the Melbourne Arts Precinct redevelopment on Southbank. The centre was built to address the need for a world-class acoustic venue for chamber music and solo recitals.

A leading Australian venue for chamber music, classical and contemporary performance, hosting local and international artists, the Australian National Academy of Music, and major festivals. Recognised for its acoustic design and contribution to Melbourne's status as a UNESCO City of Music and its Arts Precinct cultural identity.