BRISBANE POWERHOUSE EVENTS GUIDE
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Brisbane Powerhouse is Queensland’s home for contemporary culture, a magnificent power station of the 1920s reborn as an arts and cultural hub on the Brisbane River. A unique venue with breathtaking river views. With over 1250 performances and events each year, we are one of the busiest arts venues in the Asia-Pacific region. Brisbane Powerhouse has an organisation-wide commitment to creators of all disciplines. We offer a year-round program featuring events across music, comedy, writers + ideas, dance, film, visual arts, digital arts, theatre and music theatre. We also open our doors to independent and emerging artists. We help create events and experiences that couldn’t exist anywhere else, including outstanding dining experiences, the adrenalin rush of a festival’s atmosphere or the joy of witnessing a great performance. Our building is the hero of our story, and its uniqueness is represented in everything our audience encounters.
OUR SPACES AT A GLANCE
ROOFTOP TERRACE
95m2
RIVERBEND TERRACE
132m2
RIVER STUDIO
165m2
POWERHOUSE THEATRE
458m2
VISY THEATRE STAGE
29m2
TURBINE PLATFORM
120m2
PARK MEZZANINE
56m2
GRAFFITI ROOM
42m2
PERFORMANCE LAWN
750m2
POWERHOUSE PLAZA
1320m2
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ROOFTOP TERRACE The Rooftop Terrace boasts heritage listed
like wedding receptions and cocktail parties,
graffiti walls, bay windows and a covered
the venue is sure to impress your guests.
deck with million dollar views overlooking the Brisbane River and city. Ideal for
The Rooftop Terrace encompasses use of
corporate events such as conferences and
the large indoor area as well as an external
product launches, as well as private events
undercover deck.
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ROOFTOP TERRACE
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 132m2 DECK 120m2
THEATRE
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
CLASSROOM
100
80
150
50
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RIVERBEND TERRACE
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 95m2
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
40
80
RIVERBEND TERRACE The Riverbend Terrace is a spacious covered deck with magnificent views of the Brisbane River. This outdoor space is perfect for private parties, wedding ceremonies and intimate receptions. Adjacent to the Rooftop Terrace, both venues can be hired together, giving you exclusive use of the top level of Brisbane Powerhouse.
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RIVER STUDIO With the release of the new River Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse has a unique opportunity to create a flexible, multi-purpose destination event and meeting space that can be promoted to several niche markets. The two modes are: ‘creative-thinking’ meeting space and traditional function and event space. Brisbane Powerhouse has partnered with Luxxbox, who bring their unique urban design aesthetic to the space. ThinkLab by Luxxbox offers a contemporary design solution for creating agile spaces for people to listen, learn and create together— perfect for the River Studio. Located on the ground level, the River Studio’s floor to ceiling glass windows offer an abundance of natural light and an open, spacious atmosphere. Heritage listed brick columns create a naturally diverse space with built in breakout areas. Fitted out with the stunning ThinkLab interior range from Luxxbox, the space encompasses acoustic lighting, collaborative furniture, and agile whiteboards. “ThinkLab at River Studio” will be an opportunity for corporate and creatives alike to experience workshops, strategic thinking and inspired down-time. Whether as a unique meeting space away from the office environment, or a facilitated program challenging ways of thinking, this promises to be one of Brisbane’s most exciting bespoke venues.
RIVER STUDIO
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 165m2
THEATRE
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
CLASSROOM
55
80
100
30
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POWERHOUSE THEATRE Transform our iconic, contemporary theatre
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into the venue of your dreams. With a flexible performance space, the Powerhouse Theatre is ideal for all event concepts, from public lectures, seminars and conferences to weddings and gala dinners. The Powerhouse Theatre is a highly versatile space with a fully retractable seating bank, revealing a flat floor space of 458m2. Showcasing some of the buildings original graffiti mixed with an optional exposed brick backdrop for the stage, this space will allow you to make a lasting impact for your event.
POWERHOUSE THEATRE
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 458m2
THEATRE
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
288–740
200–320
500
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VISY THEATRE
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The Visy Theatre is an intimate thrust-stage theatre framed by the columns from the original building. The space offers a surprisingly intimate and captivating atmosphere that will leave your guests with a memorable experience. The venue is a perfect setting for a main plenary for conferences and seminars for up to 200 guests.
VISY THEATRE
STAGE SIZE 29m2
CAPACITY:
THEATRE 112–200
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TURBINE PLATFORM
The Turbine Platform is a dramatic cathedral-like venue that highlights the very essence of Brisbane Powerhouse. The central hub of the building, this theatrical space is ideal for music events, exhibitions and product launches, or can be curtained off for private events like parties, banquets or a unique twist to a more traditional wedding ceremony.
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TURBINE PLATFORM
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 120m2 incl stage
THEATRE
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
150
75
175
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PARK MEZZANINE The Park Mezzanine is an ideal venue for smaller scale meetings and offers beautiful views of New Farm Park. With floor to ceiling glass walls, the space overlooks the Turbine Platform, or you can curtain the space off to create a private atmosphere for your conference. The Park Mezzanine can also be used for interval drinks, a VIP area for events held on the Turbine Platform, meetings and theatre style presentations for up to 40 guests.
PARK MEZZANINE
FLOOR SIZE 56m2
CAPACITY:
THEATRE
COCKTAIL
CLASSROOM
BOARDROOM
40
40
25
25
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GRAFFITI ROOM With its vibrant walls and river views, the Graffiti Room offers a truly unique venue for smaller meetings, conferences and training sessions for up to 15 guests. A contemporary alternative to the standard boardroom, the Graffiti Room will inspire creative ideas for you and your team.
GRAFFITI ROOM
CAPACITY:
FLOOR SIZE 42m2
THEATRE
COCKTAIL
BOARDROOM
25
25
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PERFORMANCE LAWN Surrounded by willow trees, the Performance Lawn’s superb river outlook creates a stunning backdrop for your event. The 750m2 lawn can accommodate a large-scale marquee, making it the perfect outdoor space to entertain guests for a cocktail style event, gala dinner, family fun day, wedding ceremony or reception.
PERFORMANCE LAWN
CAPACITY
FLOOR SIZE 750m2
DEPENDING ON ACTIVITY
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POWERHOUSE PLAZA
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The Powerhouse Plaza is Brisbane Powerhouse’s community gathering place, with the iconic and breathtaking building creating a one-of-a-kind backdrop for your event. Its open area is popular for outdoor festivals and markets, wedding ceremonies, and private events. Please note that use of this space is subject to application. Please enquire for more information. 3
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POWERHOUSE PLAZA
CAPACITY
FLOOR SIZE 1320m2
DEPENDING ON ACTIVITY
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22 WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS
WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS
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Brisbane Powerhouse is a unique wedding venue with breathtaking river views, stunning park surrounds and endless locations to capture the moments from your special day. We offer a variety of locations to hold your wedding or commitment ceremony, as well as industrial style spaces for cocktail or sit down receptions and two onsite restaurants to entertain your guests during photographs. Our friendly and highly skilled staff will ensure that your celebration at Brisbane Powerhouse is both memorable and enjoyable.
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CONSTANCE & GEORGE “It just all went so smoothly and everything worked to make everyone who attended have a really great time. Thanks for dealing with all our requests and making nothing too big to handle in getting things ready... We’re still hearing from guests about what a great time everyone had, and about what a great venue it was and how great the staff were!”
VENUE Rooftop Terrace
On the 9th of July 2016, Brisbane Powerhouse was home to the
and Performance Lawn
glamorous wedding of Constance and George. It was the winter
DATE 09 July, 2016
wedding that oozed style and character, the couple filling the
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Rooftop Terrace with brightly coloured Marimekko runners and
PHOTOGRAPY
assorted blooms such as burgundy peonies, complementing the
Melanie Rose Photography
industrial style of the space. A beautiful arbour, lovingly created
FLOWER HEADPIECE
by the father and sister of the bride, transformed the aesthetic
Wedding Flowers by Julia
of the Performance Lawn into a vibrant ceremony space.
BRIDE’S DRESS Temperly London
The bride and groom themselves were the epitome of style,
CHEESE TOWER Black Pearl Epicure
shying away from the traditional wedding attire and creating a
TABLE RUNNERS Marimekko
striking statement.
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CORPORATE EVENTS
Brisbane Powerhouse offers unique spaces that break away from traditional meeting and conference spaces to ensure your guests have a memorable experience with a lasting impression. We cater for all events including small boardroom meetings, large conferences and product launches. Our high quality sound systems, data projectors, Wi-Fi and friendly event staff will ensure that your conference or meeting runs smoothly and successfully.
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THE DESIGN CONFERENCE “From planning through to execution, having the ability to collaborate with the Events team has allowed us to host our two biggest events to date. It goes without saying that delivering such an event comes with its stresses, and words alone could not show how thankful + grateful we are for their mentorship and ability to deliver when the pressure is on. Keep up the good work gang!�
MAIN PLENARY VENUE
2016 saw The Design Conference return to Brisbane Powerhouse
Powerhouse Theatre
for the second year in its six year history. Packed with world
BREAKOUT SPACES
class speakers, high quality audio-visual production, interactive
Park Mezzanine, Rooftop
side-events and hands on learning opportunities, the conference
Terrace and Riverbend Terrace
was the most anticipated event of the year for the industry.
SPONSOR EXPOSURE Turbine
Beyond the talks held in the Powerhouse Theatre, attendees
Platform and Mosquito Foyer
had the option to take part in a range of half-day workshops and
DATE 26 + 27 May, 2016
complimetary master classes from nationally and internationally
GUESTS Up to 740 each day
regarded + awarded creatives. The Design Conference partnered
PHOTOGRAPY Callie Marshall
with an array of sponsors, who inhabited the venue to capitalise on exposure opportunities.
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CATERING We are pleased to offer catering through our exclusive partner, Zen Catering. Since launching in 2006, Zen Catering has quickly established itself as a leader in Brisbane catering services, having won Best Corporate Caterer three years running. From formal or relaxed sit down dining to delicious and stylish cocktail canapĂŠs, Zen Catering offers a broad range of menus to suit any occasion. With great versatility in menu development, the team is able to create a unique concept to suit all functions from intimate private parties to large scale corporate and public events. Zen Catering brings a professional and polished approach with a creative edge to your corporate event, private function, or wedding celebration, ensuring your event will be remembered for years to come.
BEVERAGES We are a fully licensed venue and are open until midnight. Brisbane Powerhouse offers a range of beverage packages for all functions and budgets, as well as the option of purchasing beverages on consumption. Whether you would prefer a local drop or something international, our extensive beverage list has you covered.
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Brisbane Powerhouse works closely with a number of trusted local suppliers who are dedicated to bringing your event to life. Images in this document feature the outstanding work of our preferred suppliers.
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MORETON HIRE The leading event and exhibition hire
and expo hire company you can rely on.
service, Moreton Hire is Australia's leading
Moreton Hire source only the best products
business event and special event providers.
from around the world to give you access to
From exhibitions, meetings, weddings
a vast range of versatile products in smart,
and conferences to major, special and
contemporary designs.
sporting events, Moreton Hire provides key infrastructure for some of Australia's most
Moreton Hire invites you to visit their showroom
iconic events. With specialised staff on hand
at 31 Paringa Rd, Murrarie to meet with an
here in Brisbane, you can be assured of five
experienced Events or Wedding coordinator
star customer service every step of the way.
for inspiration and ideas. Call 61 7 3307 4444
At Moreton Hire, they understand that
or email brisbane@moreton.net.au. See more
experience is everything. From tables and
at moreton.net.au.
chairs to exhibition rigging, they’re the event
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STUDIO IMPRESSIONS Studio Impressions is one of the leading
to their philosophy: “photography is all about
wedding and portrait photography studios
life; the moments in your life; the influences
in the world. Studio Impressions are a
in ours. It’s the ‘life’ in our photos that people
small, close-knit group of creatives who are
like so much. What really makes us proud is
especially passionate about photographing
when you invite us to be part of a precious time
people and the moments that are important
in your life. So, we promise to never intrude or
in their lives. Studio Impressions use the
manufacture moments. Instead, we discreetly
finest materials and partner with the most
go about capturing all the people you love at
talented professionals in the industry to
their very natural very best.”
produce albums, framed images, boxed sets, artworks and more – special things that you
For more information about working with
will treasure for life. To ensure the highest
Studio Impressions for your private or
quality, they do not outsource and process all
corporate event, call 61 7 3832 0444, visit them
the images at the studio. Studio Impressions
online at studioimpressions.com.au or email
have won many awards over the years, due
info@studioimpressions.com.au.
BOUQUET BOUTIQUE For all of your floral needs, we recommend
her client’s expectations. They are set apart
Bouquet Boutique; one of Brisbane’s most
by her signature use of natural fibres and
sought after florists, known for creating
unique materials in their presentation. From
concepts that are on-trend and tailored to
consultation to creation, the team will be
the couple’s vision. Bouquet Boutique’s
available throughout all stages of the planning
creative director Geraldine Hore is a floristry
process and always seek to exceed your personal
design expert and educator who has
vision for the flowers on your wedding day.
impeccable taste and an eye for design. With more than a decade experience in the florist
For more information about how Geraldine
industry, Geraldine’s expertise spans native
and her team can work with you for your
flower cultivation and export, to floristry
special day, call 61 7 3254 1066, visit them
design. Geraldine has eye for quality, pushes
online at bouquetboutique.com.au, email
boundaries and is committed to ensuring her
geraldine@bouquetboutique.com.au or drop
designs are one-off creations that exceed
into the store at 81 Merthyr Rd, New Farm.
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VENUE MAP ROOFTOP LEVEL
MEZZANINE LEVEL MAIN ENTRANCE
TURBINE LEVEL / ENTRANCE
RIVER ENTRANCE RIVER LEVEL
WATT + New Farmer’s Kitchen
River Studio
Park Mezzanine
Bar Alto
Powerhouse Theatre
Graffiti Room
Rooftop Terrace
Visy Theatre
Turbine Studio
Riverbend Terrace
Turbine Platform
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CONTACT US Events at Brisbane Powerhouse
Brisbane Powerhouse
Find us on social media
119 Lamington Street, New Farm
PO Box 364, New Farm
Queensland, Australia 4005
Queensland, Australia 4005
eventsatbrisbanepowerhouse
T 61 7 3358 8622
T 61 7 3358 8622
Snapchat
E events@brisbanepowerhouse.org
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CITYCAT: The New Farm Park CityCat jetty is
PARKING: The Brisbane Powerhouse carpark
a short 300m walk from Brisbane Powerhouse.
has over 100 free car parks. During busy times
BUS SERVICE: The 195, 196 and 197 bus
we open a one way link road that connects to
services stop at the end of Brunswick Street
New Farm Park carpark that provides more
at Oxlade Drive, on the East side of New Farm
than 200 additional car spaces.
Park. The 199 bus stops at Merthyr Road and
If you have a dinner or show reservation, we
Hawthorne Street. Both stops are a short walk
encourage you to arrive early to give yourself
away from Brisbane Powerhouse. For more
enough time to find a park (and our tip is to head
information on public transit schedules and
to New Farm Park first as these parks donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fill
stop locations visit translink.com.au
as quickly). Secure bicycle racks are available outside of the Stores and Turbine buildings. TAXI: The taxi collect and drop off area is in the car park beside the Stores Building. Free taxi phones are located in the foyer opposite the box office.
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