Our Venues

Five state-of-the-art dance studios housed in an early 20th-century cargo wharf, Sydney Dance Company’s Wharf Studios, home to the Company since 1986, have been recently refurbished.

As an anchor tenant of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Sydney Dance Company creates, rehearses, teaches and performs in the Wharf Studios, and welcomes tens of thousands of enthusiastic dancers of all ages through the doors every year.

HOW TO GET THERE

Transport to the Wharf Studios
Public transport is the best way to get to the Wharf. Circular Quay railway station, bus and ferry terminus is the closest public transport hub.
The Wharf is a brisk 15 minute walk from Circular Quay.

Bus services
For details please click ​here​ or telephone 131 500.
324 and 325 buses run from the CBD to Dawes Point, with stops just outside the Studios.
311 buses will drop patrons at Towns Place, a short walk to our Studios.

Parking at The Wharf
While on-street metered parking is available in Walsh Bay, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located nearby:

● Bond One​, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point, Entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo

DINING

There are many varied dining options available within the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. Whether you are in the mood for dumplings or Italian or anything in between, you can find something here.

ACCESSIBILTY

For further information and assistance regarding the following services, please telephone Customer Services on 61 2 9258 4818.

Unassisted access
Wheelchair access into Sydney Dance Company Wharf Studios is via the main entrance located on Hickson Road.

Staff assisted access
If you have mobility impairments and are visiting the Sydney Dance Company Admin team, please access the building via the main reception and our Customer Service team will assist you to use the lift to the admin suite.

Accessible facilities
There are accessible toilets on both the Ground floor and Admin floor of the Wharf Studios.

Located on the ground floor of Sydney Dance Company, the Neilson Studio offers opportunities for creation, performance and education in dance.

Situated in the heart of Walsh Bay Arts Precinct in Sydney Harbour, this intimate venue is complete with state-of-the-art technology and retractable seating.

For further information and assistance regarding access to the Neilson Studio, please telephone Customer Services on 02 9258 4818.

We thank The Neilson Foundation for their visionary support of Studio 5.

Venue Hire

The Neilson Studio is available for hire. For more information, click here.

Café

Mr Jones Walsh Bay offers delicious food and coffee you can enjoy in our spacious and sunlit foyer – or grab to go!

Open 7am to 3pm, Monday – Saturday, it’s the perfect place to grab a coffee before work, relax during your lunch break or indulge in a sweet treat after class.

There’s plenty of options to choose from with a daily selection of fresh salads and sandwiches, cold-pressed juices, burgers or even their famous Mr Green Smashed Avo!

Situated in the heart of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Roslyn Packer Theatre is a short stroll from both The Rocks and Circular Quay.

HOW TO GET THERE

Transport to the Wharf Studios
Public transport is the best way to get to the Wharf. Circular Quay railway station, bus and ferry terminus is the closest public transport hub.
The Wharf is a brisk 15 minute walk from Circular Quay.

Bus services
For details please click ​here​ or telephone 131 500.
324 and 325 buses run from the CBD to Dawes Point, with stops just across the road from the venue.
311 buses will drop patrons at Towns Place, a short walk to the theatre.

Parking
While on-street metered parking is available in Walsh Bay, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located nearby:

● Bond One​, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point, Entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo

DINING

Within Roslyn Packer Theatre sits Walsh Bay Kitchen – a stylish, cosy restaurant and bar. To obtain more information or to book, you can do so via the Roslyn Packer Theatre website.

For more dining options in Walsh Bay, click here.

ACCESSIBILITY

Wheelchair and mobility access
Accessible seating is available for wheelchair users and their companions.
The Roslyn Packer Theatre’s main entrance is via Hickson Road. There is a level accessway from the street leading into the ground floor foyer.
You can book accessible seating via our Box Office on 02 9221 4811.

Assistive Hearing
A narrow cast FM system is available at the Roslyn Packer Theatre in both the Stalls and the Dress Circle.
Headsets contain FM receivers and can be used by patrons with or without hearing aids.
To use the loop system, please request a headset from the Front of House staff via the Cloakroom situated next to the Box Office in the Ground Floor Foyer.

Companion Cards
Companion Card holders are eligible for a complimentary companion ticket. Please call our Box Office on 02 9221 4811 to book using a Companion Card.

More Accessibility information can be found on the Roslyn Packer Theatre website.

Carriageworks is one of Australia’s leading multi-arts institutions.

Sydney Dance Company made its debut at Carriageworks in 2008, and is where we present ​New Breed​ in Bay 20 – new works by Australian’s most innovative emerging choreographers made possible by The Balnaves Foundation.

Bay 20 seats up to 272 and its post-industrial atmosphere makes it unique in Sydney.

HOW TO GET THERE

Parking
Enter at 229 Wilson Street, opposite Queen Street.
Follow the driveway around to the left, and then follow the signs to the car park and loading dock.

Train
Redfern Station, 8 minute walk Macdonaldtown Station, 10 minute walk
Newtown Station, 15 minute walk
More info can be found ​here​.

Bus
Nearest stop is at Codrington Street at City Road, approximately a 5 minute walk to Carriageworks. Buses: 422, 423, 426, 428, 370, 352
More info can be found ​here​.

Bike
There are bike lanes on surrounding streets, and plenty of free bike racks on site.
The City of Sydney provide ​maps and recommended routes to help you ride to Carriageworks​.

Taxi
Taxis should enter Carriageworks at 229 Wilson Street, corner of Queen Street.

DINING

Cornerstone Bar & Food
Cornerstone Bar & Food at Carriageworks offers Sydneysiders an edgy new destination to gather with friends for casual drinks and dining.

Open 7 days for lunch and late night Thursday to Saturday.

ACCESSIBILITY

Carriageworks has wheelchair ramp and level access at all entrances.

There is level access and disabled seating available in all venues.

Toilets are fully accessible.

Sitting beneath one of Melbourne’s great symbols – the magnificent spire – Arts Centre Melbourne is both a defining Melbourne landmark and Australia’s largest and busiest performing arts centre.

From 2017, Sydney Dance Company has been proud to call this performing arts centre our Melbourne home.

HOW TO GET THERE
Parking
Open 24 hours a day, the car park entrance is located on ​Sturt Street​. Parking options include ​early bird​ and standard​ parking​. For more information on available parking options please visit the Arts Centre ​Car Parking page​.

Accessible Parking
All levels of the Arts Centre Melbourne Car Park are fully wheelchair accessible. There are also four accessible parking spaces along Dodds Street, each with a four hour restriction.

By Tram
Trams that stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne, stop number 14:
1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 and 72.

By Train
Get off at Flinders Street Station in Melbourne CBD and walk for a couple minutes, across the bridge toward St Kilda Road.

DINING

A range of dining options are available before and during your performance. Enjoy a quick bite or drink before your show from one of the theatre building’s many dining spaces. Refreshments are also available from the ​foyer bars​

The Barre
A vibrant and modern atmosphere, with a focus on seasonal produce, great wine and a classic cocktail list.

Allegro
Located in the Theatres Building offering baguettes, bagels and wraps for those looking for a bite to eat before a show.

Sunday Market
Every Sunday, 10am – 4pm, local artisans fill Arts Centre Melbourne’s Lawn to showcase their unique, handmade goods ranging from arts and crafts to freshly made delicacies.

The Protagonist
Delicious coffee and freshly baked cakes and biscuits and savoury snacks in the open-air surrounds of Arts Centre Melbourne.

Saké
Situated alongside the breathtaking Yarra River, Saké Restaurant & Bar Hamer Hall has cemented its long-standing reputation as the most-loved and celebrated Melbourne Japanese Restaurant.

For more food and drink options, please visit the Arts Centre Melbourne ​Eat & Drink page.

ACCESSIBILITY

Wheelchair and mobility access
Accessible seating is available for wheelchair users and their companions, in all Arts Centre Melbourne venues. You can book accessible seating in person at Arts Centre Melbourne Box Office or via the telephone booking line 1300 182 183.

Wheelchairs can be booked through the Welcome Desk. Please call 03 9281 8298 if you would like to book a wheelchair.

Assistive Hearing
A hearing system is available in all Arts Centre Melbourne venues, except The Pavilion. This sound amplification system utilises an FM signal, providing coverage to all seats in the venues via headphones or neck-loops available from the venue ushers. This system can also be used for guided tours and small meetings in our buildings.

Companion Cards
Companion Card holders are eligible for a complimentary companion ticket to Arts Centre Melbourne programs and performances.
Please call our Box Office on 02 9221 4811 to book using a Companion Card.