Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, The Cummins Theatre has everything you need to make your special event a spectacular one. Our beautiful heritage listed theatre or recently renovated Tivoli Room, offer the perfect setting for any event.
Contact us today to discuss your event and the possibilities available at Cummins Theatre.
The following items are available for all Cummins Theatre special events:
The Cummins Theatre also offers the following items at an additional cost:
Prices listed below include laundering.
| Theatre | Cabaret | Dinner | Boardroom | |
| Auditorium | 420 | 170 | 136 | – |
| Tivoli Room | 64 | 60 | 56 | 30 |
| Stage | 100 | – | – | – |
If you wish to use the raked seating while using the cabaret or dinner configuration there are an additional 210 seats available in the auditorium. The theatre number listed above already includes these seats in the final number.
These capacities are a rough guide only and will vary depending on the room layout and the type of event. More detailed room layouts and capacities are available in the Technical Information sheet.
The inclusions for venue hire vary for the venue space being hired and the type of event. Please read the Conditions of Hire or speak to the Venue Manager for more information on inclusions.
Yes. If you would like to set up and pack down your event you may. Please contact the venue manager to arrange a suitable time. Alternatively the event can be set up and packed down for you for a small additional cost.
The following hirers qualify for the community hire rate:
*At the discretion of the venue manager – please contact for further details
If you are unsure if your event qualifies for community hire please contact the venue manager for further details.
Currently we are not equipped to offer our own catering, however we can recommend a variety of Merredin based companies who would be happy to offer their catering services for your event. Alternatively the venue has a fully equipped kitchen which may be hired for your use. Please contact the venue manager for more information.
The Cummins Theatre has a fully equipped bar which is open for all performances, and functions on request. The venue is licensed and as such you may not bring your own alcohol onto the premises. For private functions such as weddings and birthdays, drinks packages may be purchased with your venue hire. For private events non-alcoholic drinks such as water, soft drink, and juice may be brought into the venue. Please refer to the Venue Hire Form for fridge access restrictions.
For all events which require the services of a technician you must either:
Alternatively you may provide your own equipment for use with your show. This equipment must be compatible with the Cummins Theatre, must not damage the existing equipment, and must be of a suitable quality for use within the theatre.
For more information about technical equipment or approved technicians please contact the venue manager.
