About The Street Theatre
The Street Theatre is a contemporary performing arts venue located at 15 Childers Street in Acton on the Australian National University campus in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Established as Canberra's home for independent and contemporary theatre, music and visual arts, it operates two intimate theatre spaces. It is notable for presenting original Australian works, supporting emerging artists, and hosting a year-round program of theatre, music, comedy and exhibitions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an intimate contemporary performing arts centre with two black-box theatres (Street 1 and Street 2), a foyer gallery and bar area. The venue is located on the ANU campus near Childers Street and University Avenue, surrounded by university buildings and close to Lake Burley Griffin. Inside, visitors find small-scale theatre seating, stage lighting and sound for live performances, visual art exhibitions in the foyer, and a licensed bar and cafe area open before shows and during intervals.
Key highlights
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Intimate contemporary performing arts venue on the Australian National University campus
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Two flexible theatre spaces - Street 1 and Street 2 - for theatre, music and comedy
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Year-round program of original Australian works and independent productions
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Foyer gallery presenting visual art exhibitions alongside performances