James Fairfax Theatre, National Gallery of Australia
Parkes Place East, Parkes, ACT, 2600
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About James Fairfax Theatre, National Gallery of Australia
The James Fairfax Theatre is a 244-seat theatre on Level 1 of the National Gallery of Australia in Parkes, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Recently refurbished, it has cinema-quality projection and audio, theatrical lighting and surround sound, and hosts concerts, film screenings, talks, symposiums and performances, including candlelight concert series. The theatre has three wheelchair spaces and is reached from the gallery's main entrance by escalator or lift.
Getting there
Bus: Routes 2 and 6 travel via Barton; the closest stop is John Gorton Building, Parkes Place, about a six-minute walk.
Car: The gallery's underground car park is entered down a ramp from Parkes Place. It is free on weekdays after 5pm and a $5 flat rate on weekends and public holidays (card only).
Taxi: Taxis and rideshares can drop off at the main entrance on Parkes Place, off King Edward Terrace.
Accessibility
The theatre is reached from the main entrance by escalators and lift and has three wheelchair-accessible spaces. An audio induction loop is installed in the James Fairfax Theatre, and accessible toilets are on Level 1 near the theatre. The underground car park has eight spaces for visitors with disability near the lift to the main entrance. Wheelchairs, scooters and walkers can be borrowed free; book on +61 2 6240 6411. Assistance animals are welcome.
Access arrangements can change, so please confirm with the venue before you go.
