Brisbane Powerhouse Events Guide

Brisbane Powerhouse Events Guide

02 BRISBANE POWERHOUSE BRISBANE POWERHOUSE 03 Brisbane Powerhouse is Queensland s home for contemporary culture, a magnificent power station of the 1920s reborn as an arts and cultural hub on the Brisbane River. A unique venue with breathtaking river views. With over 1250 performances and events each year, we are one of the busiest arts venues in the Asia-Pacific region. Brisbane Powerhouse has an organisation-wide commitment to creators of all disciplines. We offer a year-round program featuring events across music, comedy, writers + ideas, dance, film, visual arts, digital arts, theatre and music theatre. We also open our doors to independent and emerging artists. We help create events and experiences that couldn t exist anywhere else, including outstanding dining experiences, the adrenalin rush of a festival s atmosphere or the joy of witnessing a great performance. Our building is the hero of our story, and its uniqueness is represented in everything our audience encounters. OUR SPACES AT A GLANCE ROOFTOP TERRACE RIVERBEND TERRACE RIVER STUDIO POWERHOUSE THEATRE VISY THEATRE STAGE TURBINE PLATFORM PARK MEZZANINE GRAFFITI ROOM PERFORMANCE LAWN POWERHOUSE PLAZA 132m2 95m2 165m2 458m2 29m2 120m2 56m2 42m2 750m2 1320m2 IMAGE: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS

04 OUR VENUES ROOFTOP TERRACE 05 1 3 6 2 5 IMAGES 1, 3 + 5: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS IMAGE 2: TRENT AND JESSIE PHOTOGRAPHERS IMAGE 6: STORIES BY ASH ROOFTOP TERRACE The Rooftop Terrace boasts heritage listed graffiti walls, bay windows and a covered deck with million dollar views overlooking the Brisbane River and city. Ideal for corporate events such as conferences and product launches, as well as private events like wedding receptions and cocktail parties, the venue is sure to impress your guests. The Rooftop Terrace encompasses use of the large indoor area as well as an external undercover deck. ROOFTOP TERRACE FLOOR SIZE 132m2 DECK 120m2 CAPACITY: THEATRE BANQUET COCKTAIL 100 80 150 CLASSROOM 50

06 OUR VENUES RIVERBEND TERRACE 07 1 RIVERBEND TERRACE FLOOR SIZE 95m2 CAPACITY: BANQUET 40 COCKTAIL 80 RIVERBEND TERRACE The Riverbend Terrace is a spacious covered deck with magnificent views of the Brisbane River. This outdoor space is perfect for private parties, wedding ceremonies and intimate receptions. Adjacent to the Rooftop Terrace, both venues can be hired together, giving you exclusive use of the top level of Brisbane Powerhouse. 2 3 4 IMAGE 1: TRENT AND JESSIE PHOTOGRAPHERS, IMAGES 2 + 4: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS, IMAGE 3: STORIES BY ASH

08 OUR VENUES RIVER STUDIO 09 RIVER STUDIO With the release of the new River Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse has a unique opportunity to create a flexible, multi-purpose destination event and meeting space that can be promoted to several niche markets. The two modes are: creative-thinking meeting space and traditional function and event space. Brisbane Powerhouse has partnered with Luxxbox, who bring their unique urban design aesthetic to the space. ThinkLab by Luxxbox offers a contemporary design solution for creating agile spaces for people to listen, learn and create together perfect for the River Studio. Located on the ground level, the River Studio s floor to ceiling glass windows offer an abundance of natural light and an open, spacious atmosphere. Heritage listed brick columns create a naturally diverse space with built in breakout areas. Fitted out with the stunning ThinkLab interior range from Luxxbox, the space encompasses acoustic lighting, collaborative furniture, and agile whiteboards. ThinkLab at River Studio in an opportunity for corporate and creatives alike to experience workshops, strategic thinking and inspired down-time. Whether as a unique meeting space away from the office environment, or a facilitated program challenging ways of thinking, this promises to be one of Brisbane s most exciting bespoke venues. RIVER STUDIO FLOOR SIZE 165m2 IMAGES: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS CAPACITY: THEATRE 55 BANQUET 80 COCKTAIL 100 CLASSROOM 30

10 OUR VENUES POWERHOUSE THEATRE 11 POWERHOUSE THEATRE 2 3 1 Transform our iconic, contemporary theatre into the venue of your dreams. With a flexible performance space, the Powerhouse Theatre is ideal for all event concepts, from public lectures, seminars and conferences to weddings and gala dinners. The Powerhouse Theatre is a highly versatile space with a fully retractable seating bank, revealing a flat floor space of 458m2. Showcasing some of the buildings original graffiti mixed with an optional exposed brick backdrop for the stage, this space will allow you to make a lasting impact for your event. 4 POWERHOUSE THEATRE FLOOR SIZE 458m2 CAPACITY: THEATRE 288 740 BANQUET 200 320 COCKTAIL 500 IMAGES 1, + 4: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS IMAGE 3: STORIES BY ASH

12 OUR VENUES VISY THEATRE 13 VISY THEATRE 1 2 3 4 IMAGES 1 3: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS IMAGE 4: STORIES BY ASH The Visy Theatre is an intimate thrust-stage theatre framed by the columns from the original building. The space offers a surprisingly intimate and captivating atmosphere that will leave your guests with a memorable experience. The venue is a perfect setting for a main plenary for conferences and seminars for up to 200 guests. VISY THEATRE STAGE SIZE 29m2 CAPACITY: THEATRE 112 200

14 OUR VENUES TURBINE PLATFORM 15 3 4 TURBINE PLATFORM The Turbine Platform is a dramatic cathedral-like venue that highlights the very essence of Brisbane Powerhouse. The central hub of the building, this theatrical space is ideal for music events, exhibitions and product launches, or can be curtained off for private events like parties, banquets or a unique twist to a more traditional wedding ceremony. 1 5 6 7 2 TURBINE PLATFORM FLOOR SIZE 120m2 incl stage IMAGES 1 3 + 5: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS, IMAGE 4: STORIES BY ASH, IMAGES 6 + 7: ATMOSPHERE PHOTOGRAPHY CAPACITY: THEATRE 150 BANQUET 75 COCKTAIL 175

16 PARK MEZZANINE GRAFFITI ROOM 17 PARK MEZZANINE GRAFFITI ROOM The Park Mezzanine is an ideal venue for smaller scale meetings and offers beautiful views of New Farm Park. With floor to ceiling glass walls, the space overlooks the Turbine Platform, or you can curtain the space off to create a private atmosphere for your conference. The Park Mezzanine can also be used for interval drinks, a VIP area for events held on the Turbine Platform, meetings and theatre style presentations for up to 40 guests. With its vibrant walls and river views, the Graffiti Room offers a truly unique venue for smaller meetings, conferences and training sessions for up to 15 guests. A contemporary alternative to the standard boardroom, the Graffiti Room will inspire creative ideas for you and your team. PARK MEZZANINE FLOOR SIZE 56m2 GRAFFITI ROOM FLOOR SIZE 42m2 CAPACITY: THEATRE 40 COCKTAIL 40 CLASSROOM 25 BOARDROOM 25 CAPACITY: THEATRE 25 COCKTAIL 25 BOARDROOM 15

18 OUR VENUES PERFORMANCE LAWN 19 PERFORMANCE LAWN 1 2 Surrounded by willow trees, the Performance Lawn s superb river outlook creates a stunning backdrop for your event. The 750m2 lawn can accommodate a large-scale marquee, making it the perfect outdoor space to entertain guests for a cocktail style event, gala dinner, family fun day, wedding ceremony or reception. 3 4 PERFORMANCE LAWN FLOOR SIZE 750m2 CAPACITY DEPENDING ON ACTIVITY IMAGES 1, 3 + 4: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS, IMAGE 2: MELANIE ROSE PHOTOGRAPHY

20 OUR VENUES POWERHOUSE PLAZA 21 POWERHOUSE PLAZA 1 2 The Powerhouse Plaza is Brisbane Powerhouse s community gathering place, with the iconic and breathtaking building creating a one-of-a-kind backdrop for your event. Its open area is popular for outdoor festivals and markets, wedding ceremonies, and private events. Please note that use of this space is subject to application. Please enquire for more information. 3 IMAGE: STORIES BY ASH IMAGES 1 3: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS POWERHOUSE PLAZA FLOOR SIZE 1320m2 CAPACITY DEPENDING ON ACTIVITY

22 WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS: A TESTIMONIAL 23 WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS MADDY & CORIE We had an overwhelming response from all our guests about how intimate and modern the venue was. The Rooftop Terrace was the perfect reception location, it made all our guests feel relaxed, comfortable and ready to party. IMAGE: STUDIO IMPRESSIONS Brisbane Powerhouse is a unique wedding venue with breathtaking river views, stunning park surrounds and endless locations to capture the moments from your special day. We offer a variety of locations to hold your wedding or commitment ceremony, as well as industrial style spaces for cocktail or sit down receptions and two onsite restaurants to entertain your guests during photographs. Our friendly and highly skilled staff will ensure that your celebration at Brisbane Powerhouse is both memorable and enjoyable. VENUE Rooftop Terrace Riverbend Terrace DATE 07 Oct, 2017 PHOTOGRAPHY Trent and Jessie Photographers FLORIST Akirah Collective STYLIST Indigo & Ivy CELEBRANT Big Love Weddings On the 7th of October 2017, Brisbane Powerhouse was home to the glamorous wedding of Maddy and Corie. Modern and elegant styling from Indigo & Ivy complimented by an abundance of beautiful florals from Akirah Collective, creating a striking accent to the industrial style of the Rooftop Terrace. A rustic yet vibrant floral arbour created a centrepiece for the Riverbend Terrace, transforming the aesthetic of the Riverbend Terrace into a classic ceremony space. The bride and groom were the epitome of style, putting their unique flair on the classic wedding attire.

24 CORPORATE EVENTS CORPORATE EVENTS: A TESTIMONIAL 25 CORPORATE EVENTS MYRIAD The venue was chosen due to its unique character, unsurpassed location and a mix of great spaces, enabling a diversity of event formats, from intimate workshops to show stopping keynote presentations. The team of experienced Event professionals went out of their way to deliver an authentic and engaging experience by offering creative ideas with strategic execution. Brisbane Powerhouse offers unique spaces that break away from traditional meeting and conference spaces to ensure your guests have a memorable experience with a lasting impression. We cater for all events including small boardroom meetings, large conferences and product launches. Our high quality sound systems, data projectors, Wi-Fi and friendly event staff will ensure that your conference or meeting runs smoothly and successfully. VENUE Full venue takeover DATE 29 31 Mar, 2017 GUESTS 3000+ PHOTOGRAPHY Stories by Ash Once a year, MYRIAD gathers the world s most influential thinkers and tinkerers, entrepreneurs and experts, rebels and renegades. The aim is to push the world forward, one essential question at a time. In 2017, Brisbane Powerhouse was fortunate to play host, featuring a world class line up of speakers and entertainment, entrepreneurs, investors, business owners, tech-lovers, and innovators. Over two and a half days 3,300 people entered through the doors to participate in the festival program, designed to view technology through the lens of everyday experiences and passion points we all connect with.

26 SUPPLIERS PREFERRED SUPPLIERS 27 SUPPLIERS Catering We are pleased to offer catering through our exclusive partner, Zen Catering. Since launching in 2006, Zen Catering has quickly established itself as a leader in Brisbane catering services, having won Best Corporate Caterer three years running. From formal or relaxed sit down dining to delicious and stylish cocktail canapés, Zen Catering offers a broad range of menus to suit any occasion. With great versatility in menu development, the team is able to create a unique concept to suit all functions from intimate private parties to large scale corporate and public events. Zen Catering brings a professional and polished approach with a creative edge to your corporate event, private function, or wedding celebration, ensuring your event will be remembered for years to come. Brisbane Powerhouse works closely with a number of trusted local suppliers who are dedicated to bringing your event to life. Images in this document feature the outstanding work of our preferred suppliers. Beverages We are a fully licensed venue and are open until midnight. Brisbane Powerhouse offers a range of beverage packages for all functions and budgets, as well as the option of purchasing beverages on consumption. Whether you would prefer a local drop or something international, our extensive beverage list has you covered. Furniture + Styling Inspiring and bespoke event concepts are brought to life at Brisbane Powerhouse by top-notch event stylists with a great range of designer furniture and accessories from Valiant Events. Whether you need professional event hire services for a corporate function, a sporting event, a cultural affair, or your own wedding or party, Valiant works closely with you to design, style and bring together your vision for your event.

28 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 29 FAQs Do you offer a cash bar? No, we don t have cash bar facilities in our function spaces. Do I have to use your caterer? Yes, we have an exclusive contract with Zen Catering. Their menus are seasonal and change twice a year, around March and September. When are menu selections due? Catering selections are due two weeks prior to your event date. Final numbers and dietaries are due seven days prior. How long do I have the venue? Standard hire is for an eight hour period, this is to include the bump in and out times. We offer a maximum five hour beverage service policy and this usually determines your start and finish time. For example if you were to start your five hour package at 6pm, the bar would close at 11pm and guests are given a half hour grace to exit the space, with the function closing at 11.30pm. Can dietaries be covered? Yes, Zen Catering can assist with dietary requirements if we are aware of them seven days prior to the event. Do you have sound restrictions? Yes, please speak with your venue coordinator regarding the specifics of your hired venue. What options are available for beverages? There are two options available for beverages, both listed below. PACKAGED: We offer two, three, four and five hour packages. These are priced per head and include staff. Beverage selections are available in our menu. ON CONSUMPTION: You select a tab amount. This amount is taken as a deposit and charged on your interim invoice with the remainder being reconciled after your event and charged on a final invoice. You will need to nominate a contact on the night for when the initial tab amount is reached, this person will then need to sign off on an increase. Staff are not included with on consumption beverages. Staff are $40.00 per hour, with a minimum four hour shift. 1 29 Guests: One bar staff required 30 89 Guests: Two bar staff required 90 150 Guests: Three bar staff required Are there any additional charges associated with the venue? Additional charges are dependent on final room set up and requirements for your event. Please contact our events team for a full quote. What are your payment terms? We invoice in three stages. Initial invoice is issued at the time of booking and includes the entire venue hire as a deposit. Your interim invoice will be issued one week prior to the event date once we receive your final numbers. This will include catering, beverages and any additional hire items. The interim invoice must be paid prior to the event going ahead. A final invoice will be issued after your event where necessary; for example, if you choose to have beverages on consumption, there will be a final invoice to reconcile the tab. Cancellation of the hiring where the Hirer cancels the event more than 28 days prior to the event, the Venue Management will retain 10% of the room hire as an administration fee. Where the Hirer cancels the event less than 28 days prior to the event the room hire will be forfeited. Cancellation of the event less than 14 days prior to the event will result in the forfeiture of all monies.

30 VENUE MAP + CONTACT US HOW TO GET HERE 31 VENUE MAP ROOFTOP LEVEL MEZZANINE LEVEL TURBINE LEVEL / ENTRANCE RIVER ENTRANCE RIVER LEVEL MAIN ENTRANCE HOW TO GET HERE < FORTITUDE VALLEY inc. train station 199 Merthry Village MERTHRY RD WELSBY ST New Farm Bowls Club BRUNSWICK ST 199 ELYSTAN RD SYDNEY ST 196 JAMES ST P New Farm Park LAMINGTON ST P New Farm Dog Park Performance Lawn Brisabane Powerhouse Brisbane River WATT River Studio Park Mezzanine Bar Alto Powerhouse Theatre Rooftop Terrace Visy Theatre Riverbend Terrace Turbine Platform CONTACT US Events at Brisbane Powerhouse Brisbane Powerhouse 119 Lamington Street, New Farm PO Box 364, New Farm Queensland, Australia 4005 Queensland, Australia 4005 T 61 7 3358 8622 T 61 7 3358 8622 E events@brisbanepowerhouse.org E info@brisbanepowerhouse.org Graffiti Room Turbine Studio ATM Find us on social media Instagram eventsatbrisbanepowerhouse CITYCAT: The New Farm Park CityCat jetty is a short 300m walk from Brisbane Powerhouse. BUS SERVICE: The 195 and 196 bus services stop at the end of Brunswick Street at Oxlade Drive, on the East side of New Farm Park. The 199 bus stops at Merthyr Road and Hawthorne Street. Both stops are a short walk away from Brisbane Powerhouse. For more information on public transit schedules and stop locations visit translink.com.au PARKING: The Brisbane Powerhouse carpark has over 100 free car parks. During busy times we open a one way link road that connects to New Farm Park carpark that provides more than 200 additional car spaces. If you have a dinner or show reservation, we encourage you to arrive early to give yourself enough time to find a park (and our tip is to head to New Farm Park first as these parks don t fill as quickly). Secure bicycle racks are available outside of the Stores and Turbine buildings. TAXI: The taxi collect and drop off area is in the car park beside the Stores Building. Free taxi phones are located in the foyer opposite the box office.

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