Performing arts facilities
Gymnasiums and sporting facilities
Large marquee
Hire charges and procedures
Local community and school groups
Bookings
Community access to facilities has been a feature of Collingwood College since its inception.
Meetings and conferences by a wide variety of organisations are held regularly at the College. The Gymnasium and performing arts complex are often in use during evenings and on weekends.
There are venues suitable for school productions, concerts, meetings and other gatherings. Facilities are used frequently by local sporting clubs, community groups and educational organisations.
College classrooms are used extensively for language schools, the largest being the Victorian School of Languages, which operates on Saturday mornings.
The College's close proximity to the city and all forms of public transport make it an ideal venue.
Within the performing arts complex there are two music studios with four individual practice rooms, a computer/sound facility, a dance/drama studio and a theatre.
The College theatre is fully equipped for stage performances and has tiered seating to a capacity of 270. The theatre is extensively used for productions, musical performances and assemblies.
Audio equipment either side of stage or from the booth are provided. Technical equipment is user friendly. Technicians are available if needed.
The extensive backstage areas have storage, (some lockable) dressing rooms, both male and female with showers and toilets.
The Dance Studio has a mirrored wall, adjustable ballet bars and sprung wooden floor. It’s close proximity to the Theatre make it an ideal large dressing room for major productions.
Gymnasiums and sporting facilities
The College has two gymnasiums that have facilities for many different sports including basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, indoor hockey and soccer.
The larger of the two gymnasiums measures 33m x 22.5m and the second court is 25m x 15m. The facility has its own weights room and toilet /shower area.
Outside playing fields consist of a soccer field to the west and a football and netball/basketball area at the front of the school to the east.
A large marquee that is used by the College for Spring Fair, and other events, can also be hired. It is ideal for school fetes or other community events. Contact the College for further details.
Hiring charges and procedures
Hire fees are based upon the cost associated with opening the venue.
A non refundable deposit of $100 is required for each day of Theatre bookings.
Payment can be made on the day of hire to the caretaker who records each payment in the bookings book. Receipts will be forwarded if required.
All other payments are made via monthly accounts that a forwarded at the beginning of the following month.
| Venue hire charges (please check with College for latest charges) | ||
per hour |
+ 10% GST |
|
| Basic room hire | $15 |
$16.50 |
| Educational hire | $7.50 |
$8.25 |
| If more than 10 rooms per week | $6.25 |
$6.87 |
| Please note that there is a minimum charge of $25 + GST per hour for any usage and $50 + GST for sole usage. | ||
| Dance Studio | $22 |
$24.20 |
| Dance Studio (casual) | $25 |
$27.50 |
| Large Gym | $34.30 |
$37.73 |
| Large Gym (casual) | $37.50 |
$41.25 |
| Small Gym | $27.50 |
$30.25 |
| Small Gym (casual) | $31.25 |
$34.37 |
| Theatre | ||
| Rehearsal fees | $55 |
$60.50 |
| Performance fees per session | ||
| 12pm - 5pm or 6pm- 11pm |
$500 |
$550 |
| 9am - 5pm or 3pm - 11pm |
$550 |
$605 |
| 12pm - 11pm | $600 |
$660 |
| 9am - 11pm | $700 |
$770 |
| After 11pm | $65per hour |
$71.50per hour |
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Theatre hire includes Theatre dressing rooms only. Studios are an additional cost if required.
Hirers are required to provide proof of public liability insurance. If this can't be provided an extra charge will be levied.
$40 Theatre 3 day hire, $125 per year.
Local community and school groups
The College continues to provide its venues to not-for-profit organisations and local schools at a reduced rate. The rate is set at the minimum hire rate for each venue and is available during the week prior to 6pm.
Due to costs of caretaking during weekends it is unlikely, unless other venues are used, that this rate can apply.
All applications for reduced charges will be at the discretion of the Supervisor of Community Education.
Bookings
Bookings can be made via email or phone 9417 6681.
Confirmation is sent in writing and the College Guarantee form is completed prior to usage
Bookings continue over school holidays (other than Dec/ Jan period). The school is closed on public holidays.
More information
For more information about the venues, hiring procedures, costs and availability please contact us.
