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About The Powerhouse

The Powerhouse, formally known as New Farm Powerhouse, is a modern multi-venue arts hub housed in a repurposed 1920s power station at 119 Lamington Street, New Farm, Brisbane. This cultural centerpiece hosts a diverse range of performances—from theatre and comedy to music and festivals—across its interconnected spaces, including Powerhouse Theatre, Visy Theatre, and Underground Theatre. With a flexible seating layout and a vibrant program, The Powerhouse is a go-to destination for locals and visitors seeking engaging cultural experiences in Brisbane.

Whether you’re catching a show in the main Powerhouse Theatre or exploring one of the smaller spaces, secure your seats with us for a straightforward, no-fuss ticket experience. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining options to make your visit seamless. If you’re planning a bigger night out or a festival weekend, The Powerhouse has hosted notable events like the Brisbane Comedy Festival and Melt Festival, reflecting its role as a dynamic arts hub in Brisbane’s cultural scene.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 119 Lamington Street, New Farm, QLD 4005, Australia.
  • Venue type: Multi-venue, performing-arts and cultural centre housed in a repurposed 1920s power station.
  • Capacity: Powerhouse Theatre up to 525 seats (configurations vary); Visy Theatre ~200 seats; Underground Theatre ~200 seats; other spaces with varying capacities.
  • Seating chart: Powerhouse Theatre uses a fully retractable seating bank with a flat floor space (458 m2) for flexible configurations.
  • Parking: Brisbane Powerhouse Car Park has 148 paid spaces (24/7) with 6 accessible spaces; after 5pm flat $14 rate; New Farm Park parking is also nearby.
  • Transit: Public transport options include CityCat ferry (New Farm Park wharf) and bus routes 195, 196, 199 within short walking distance.
  • Nearby hotels: Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane (CBD) and Meriton Suites Herschel Street Brisbane, The Calile Hotel (James Street) are commonly used by visitors and are within a few kilometers of the venue.
  • Notable events hosted: Brisbane Comedy Festival, Melt Festival, Night Feast, OHM Festival of Other Music; formerly hosted the World Theatre Festival (2010–2016).
  • Renamed/demolished: Former name New Farm Powerhouse; now branded Brisbane Powerhouse and operating as a modern arts hub.