In the interest of the health and safety of our audiences, staff and the broader community, HQ tours are unavailable until further notice. We invite you to take a virtual tour of MTC HQ instead - please scroll down to the link. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and wish you and your communities well in the next coming weeks and months.
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 we do not offer backstage tours of Southbank Theatre.
Take a virtual tour
Can't make it to MTC HQ in person? Take the virtual tour and explore our production headquarters online.
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