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For commercial event enquiries, please contact:

Peta Downes | Producer, Commercial and Contemporary Performance
peta.downes@ppandva.com.au
(02) 4723 7602

For all other event enquiries, please contact:

The Venues Team
venues@ppandva.com.au
(02) 4723 7624

A Premier Venue for Music & Performance

The Richard Bonynge Concert Hall is a 550-seat venue designed for acoustic clarity and flexible performance formats.

Used for orchestral music, contemporary performance, comedy, dance, public speaking, and amplified events, the hall supports both unamplified and reinforced sound.

Key features include:

  • Polished hardwood stage
  • Raked seating with stalls and gallery
  • Dedicated choir position
  • Advanced lighting, sound, and AV capability

The Concert Hall is home to the Penrith Symphony Orchestra and Penrith Youth Orchestra and regularly hosts large-scale performances and public events.

Stage & Performance Features

  • Polished hardwood stage floor (13m W x 8m D, 1.2m high from the auditorium floor)
  • Un-raked stage with solid painted concrete walls, masked by black curtains on all sides
  • Customizable wing space and masking available upon request
  • Backstage access from both stage right and stage left
  • Stage access from the auditorium via side doors or temporary stairs (available on request)
  • Self-supported set pieces only – modifications such as drilling, painting, or tie-downs are not permitted
Technical Specifications

Audience Experience & Seating

  • 534 seats in total (474 seats in the Stalls and 66 seats in the Gallery), including four wheelchair seats
  • Raked seating configuration, with two stepped aisles dividing the space into three sections
  • Choir stand located behind a black curtain at the rear of the stage
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Acoustics & Sound Reinforcement

  • Naturally live acoustic profile, ensuring clarity and depth for unamplified performances
  • Ideal for orchestral music, theatre, and public speaking
  • Sound reinforcement recommended for amplified music, conferences, and high-energy performances

Venue Hire Enquiry Form

Interested in hosting your event at The Joan? Complete the form and our helpful team will get back to you as soon as possible.

We offer spaces for:

  • Live music concerts
  • Musicals and drama
  • Dance performances
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Community festivals
  • Seminars
  • Corporate events
  • Workshops
    …and more!

 

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