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Alexander Theatre

The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts,
48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton 3800

Capacity: 561

Catering available

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Overview

Following a major revitalisation, the 561-seat Alexander Theatre at Monash University reopened in 2018. A much-loved foundation building, the ‘Alex’ Theatre is now a state-of-the-art proscenium arch theatre, fully equipped with technical capabilities and creature comforts alike for both audiences and performers.

These include:

  • Improved accessibility throughout the venue
  • Sophisticated dressing room space and backstage facilities to accommodate up to 300 people backstage
  • Inclusion of an active acoustic sound system delivering world-leading sound performance
  • Industry-standard lighting equipment
  • An automated stage flying system.
Specifications
  • Technical Specifications Download
  • Lighting Specifications Download
  • Theatre Dimensions Download
  • Risk Assessment Download
  • Safety Induction Download
Catering

We are specialists in producing beautifully catered events. Allow us to create a complete function experience with perfect tone, feel and pitch to accompany your hire of Alexander Theatre.

Getting Here

Monash University Performing Arts Centres are connected by major arterial roads of the South East. The Princes Highway and Wellington Road connect our Monash Clayton campus venues. Our venues are easily accessible by both public and private transport.