CPAC Theatre
Venues
A 941 seat proscenium theatre that is ideally suited to opera, ballet and large-scale theatrical events.
Read moreSeating up to 400, the Studio can be configured in a variety of ways including in the round, thrust, concert and proscenium.
Read moreA public park with a large stage suitable for an audience of up to 3500. The 13m high green proscenium is the only one of its kind in Australia.
Read moreThe Cairns Performing Arts Centre and neighbouring Munro Martin Parklands provide a triad of appealing, functional and versatile venues which enable enormous opportunity to host a wide variety of performances.
The Cairns Performing Arts Centre opened on 15 December 2018, providing an extraordinarily enhanced audience experience and a state-of-the-art facility.
The main components of CPAC are:
- A 941 seat main auditorium incorporating balcony seating
- A significantly increased foyer, bar area and public amenities
- A studio theatre that can double as a 400-seat performance space, rehearsal and warm-up area
- Improved back of house facilities, including more change rooms and toilets, a cross over, higher and covered loading bay
- A deeper stage, more spacious wings, higher proscenium arch, higher fly tower and more fly lines
- A much larger orchestra pit and providing better piano storage
- Improved acoustics
The CPAC foyer and refreshment bar both open 1 hour before programmed CPAC events, so please ensure you allow time to enjoy a hot or cold beverage, refreshments, and take in some of the spectacular public artworks on display.