In light of the current COVID-19 situation and in the interest of the health and safety of our audiences, artists and the broader community, in-person HQ Tours are unavailable until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and invite you to instead take a virtual tour of MTC HQ via the button below.
Take a peek behind the scenes to see how Australia’s oldest professional theatre company operates. Our Sturt Street Headquarters in Southbank is the engine room of the Company, housing the Production, Administrative and Creative departments. Learn more about the rich history of Victoria’s largest theatre company and visit the MTC Production departments, including wigs, wardrobe, properties, scenic art and the set workshop. Suitable for up to 25 students, Year 10 and up. Bookings are essential and subject to availability.
Cost: $165
HQ Tours are for education groups only, and are available from 10.30am to 12noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays, subject to availability.
For enquiries or to make a booking, contact schools@mtc.com.au or call 03 8688 0963.
Unfortunately backstage tours of Southbank Theatre are unavailable, but you can take a virtual tour here.
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Teacher PD
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Regional Workshops
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MTC Ambassadors
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Betty Amsden Youth Scholarship Course
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Pre-show Talks
Complement your excursion with a pre-show talk and post-show Q&A to learn more about the show.
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Virtual School Victoria Partnership
MTC's partnership with Virtual School Victoria facilitates drama education of the highest calibre, no matter where a student is located.
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Work Experience
Learn more about how we make theatre in a one-week placement.