Orchestra Victoria

Meat Market - Blackwood Box

Venue Information

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Plan Your Visit

Plan your visit to the Meat Market in North Melbourne

Getting There

The Blackwood Box at the Meat Market is located at 7 Blackwood Street in North Melbourne.

Public Transport

Tram
Tram 19 – Alight at Haymarket (stop #9)
Trams 58 and 59 – Alight at Royal Melbourne Hospital (stop #14)

Train
Flagstaff Station – 15 minute walk
Melbourne Central Station – 15 minute walk
North Melbourne Station – 20 minute walk

Bus
Bus 402 – Courtney/Wreckyn St stop
Bus 401 and 403 – Royal Melbourne Hospital stop

Parking [EDIT]

The surrounding area has limited permit, metered and timed on-street parking. (LIST OPTIONS)

Drop off and pick up [EDIT]

The best spot for drop off and pick up is along Collins Street. There is metered and timed parking available. Please note directly out the front of the Regent Theatre is a No Parking zone, that can be utilised for drop off and pick-up.

Accessibility

Orchestra Victoria and Meat Market are committed to making performances accessible to the widest possible audience. The best way to check theatre accessibility is by visiting Meat Market's website.

Meat Market's Accessibility Statement
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Disability Discrimination Act Compliant Venue

All of Meat Market’s venue spaces are accessible and D.D.A. compliant. While our spaces are D.D.A. compliant, areas with cobblestone floors can be slightly bumpy due to their uneven surface.

Wheelchair Access - more info needed

There are a number of wheelchair-accessible entrances at Meat Market. Please view the mobility map here.

Please inform the Box Office of your requirements when booking tickets.

Assistive listening devices - are we allowed to use?

Hearing loop facilities have been installed in the Flat Floor Pavilion to enhance sound quality and eliminate background noise for people who are hard of hearing. Please contact the Orchestra Victoria for more information on 9694 3607.

Assistance animals and guide dogs - do we want to provide the option?

Support and assistance animals are welcome at the Meat Market. We encourage you to contact Orchestra Victoria on 9694 3607 prior to the show so we can arrange assistance with entry if required.

Please be aware that the venue can be a noisy and busy environment, so you may want to consider the use of an alternative aid when attending a show.

Water bowls can be provided for Guide Dogs upon request.

Quiet spaces - copied from TAB

Meat Market does not have a dedicated quiet space. During the show, the foyers are quiet, well-lit and have seating available. There are aisle seats available for booking in case a quick exit is required.

Orchestra Victoria currently has soft, in-ear earplugs available for patrons upon request. Ask a Front of House staff member for assistance.

Please call our customer experience team on 9694 3607 or email [email protected] for assistance booking.

Restroom

All spaces feature D.D.A compliant bathrooms.

National Companion Card scheme

Orchestra Victoria supports the National Companion Card scheme. For more information about the Companion Card, visit companioncard.vic.gov.au. To book tickets using your Companion Card, please phone Orchestra Victoria on (03) 9694 3607.

General Venue Information

Seating Info

Audience seating for performances at the Meat Market is general admission.

Photography and audio/video recording

It is strictly prohibited to take photos or audio/video recordings during any performance by Orchestra Victoria. Photography is permitted during curtain call.

Mobile phones

Mobile phones must be turned off prior to a performance.

Food and drinks

Drinks and snacks are available to purchase from the theatre bars. Our bars open when doors open, approximately 1 hour prior to the performance start time.

Outdoor food and drinks is not permitted.

Terms and conditions - necessary? or not

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