Locations / The Twyford

The Twyford

Theatre

Venue information

16 Market Street, Merimbula, NSW, 2548

https://thetwyford.com.au

info@thetwyford.com.au

0421 199910

This venue hosts live, original music on

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Please note shows on Sundays attract higher tech fees due to penalty rates.

Genres presented

Accept all, however local audiences generally respond best to indie/folk/rock/contemporary jazz/contemporary classical/world music styles. Median age in Merimbula is 57, except in tourist peak seasons when younger families are in town.

Bookings

Contact

Lis Shelley - Venue Manager

info@thetwyford.com.au

0421 199910

Performance spaces

Capacity

199 pax

Space features

  • PA yes

    Details: PA People installed audio system. All specs here: https://thetwyford.com.au/venue-hire/theatre-twyford/

  • Engineer negotiable

    Details: Lighting Designer, Lighting Op, Audio/AV Technicians can be arranged on request.

  • Green room/artist space yes

Stage size

9m x 7.8m

Other equipment available

Four 2x1m risers, ladders, EWP, ramp. All specs here: https://thetwyford.com.au/venue-hire/theatre-twyford/

Other space information

Proscenium arch stage. 6.53m deep from setting line to upstage wall - note fire safety curtain in front of setting line must not be impeded. Proscenium arch stage with painted brownboard surface. Tiered raked seating. Aircon and heating. 8 Removable seats in J Row for up to 4 wheelchair spaces (195 capacity if all in use). Removable seats in A Row. Mixing position in Control Room at rear of auditorium. Stage Manager desk OP or PS on stage.

Space does not have

  • Backline
  • On site accommodation

Accessibility

For artists

  • Stage and backstage areas are step free and wheelchair accessible
  • Dressing room / green room areas are step free and wheelchair accessible

General access

  • Wheelchair accessible and step free entrances
  • Wheelchair accessible and step free internal doors
  • Emergency exits are step free and wheelchair accessible
  • Ramps or lifts available to access all public areas
  • Accessible bathrooms
  • Accessible parking spaces available
  • Gender-neutral bathrooms available
  • Lowered bar area
  • Lowered ticket/reception desk
  • Audience seating is available
  • Hearing augmentation system in place
  • Guide Dogs and other Assistance Dogs welcome
  • Staff have completed disability inclusion training
  • Types of lighting are advertised in the venue (e.g. strobe lighting)

Accessibility information

TGSIs, T-switch compatible Hearing loop in Theatre auditorium. Accessible access via lift to Theatre Foyer and Theatre J Row seating/wheelchair spaces. Accessible unisex toilet for audiences inside main entrance corridor. Accessible access to Hall via Main Theatre entrance or Beach St entrances only. Accessible access to both stages, accessible Lower Dressing Room + unisex bathroom via Market St stage door and ramp. No accessible access to Control Room/fly floor level. Upper Dressing room access via stairs only. TGSIs on steps and ramps in Theatre. Full details at: https://thetwyford.com.au/your-visit/accessibility/

Local intel

Food & drink

Accommodation

Travel tips

  • Summer, long weekends and school holiday periods are peak tourist seasons. Book accommodation early for these periods. Please note Beach St loading dock is now on a ONE WAY street (eastbound) - turn in from Market St only. Mobile reception with Telstra or Optus generally good but may experience dropouts during peak summer season. Guest wifi available in the Foyer - ask for access. List of local facilities at this link: https://thetwyford.com.au/merimbula-info/

Other advice

  • Merimbula School of Music across the road from venue. Our Hall or Supper Room may also be used for rehearsal space, subject to noise transfer levels to Theatre.
  • Ask staff for media list.

This venue operates on the unceded land of the Djiringanj people. AMIN pays respects to their Elders past and present.