The interior of the Chaffey Theatre, shot from the audience's perspective. The theatre is empty and dark, with brown seats and a deep blue curtain closed across the stage area.

Chaffey Theatre

Erawirung Country
Theatre Lane, Renmark, South Australia 5341
(08) 8586 1800
Box Office Hours
Wednesday to Friday 12.30pm to 4pm
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    South Australia’s Riverland Mallee region is one of the most diverse, fascinating and beautiful regions in Australia with the legendary Murray River as its focus. In the heart of this beautiful country, in the town of Renmark, the Chaffey Theatre is a fully equipped multi-purpose arts centre which can accommodate conferences, performing arts, film screenings, seminars and product launches. The town sits on the edge of the river and is surrounded by vineyards, citrus groves, flower growing properties and lush parks and gardens, an oasis gateway to the outback.

    With a population of around 10,000 in the Renmark Paringa Council area and a theatre base of 30,000 (population within 100km), the Chaffey Theatre is ideally located to service the residents of the region. Renmark is 253 km northeast of Adelaide and 145 km west of Mildura in Victoria. This hauntingly beautiful landscape of wetlands, deep gorges, magnificent scrub and rich grass land teems with wildlife and there are many different ways to enjoy the natural wonders of the Murray and its surrounding areas.

    The Chaffey Theatre is named after brothers William and George Chaffey who established Australia’s first irrigation settlement in 1887.

    A comprehensive Technical Specifications Document for the Chaffey Theatre is available online. Please review this document before booking the venue for your performance.

    After extended consultation with the community a Master Plan was created for the Chaffey Theatre with architects Grieve Gillet Andersen.

    We have both a summary and plan available to the public below.

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    Venue Information

    Venue Details
    • 490 seat proscenium arch auditorium
    • Centre based manager plus box office and technical staff
    • Stage with depth of 13.3m x 20.5m wide
    • Performance area 12m x 11m
    • Full technical facilities and support
    • Lighting desk
    • TV, DVD, CD, data projector, rear projection screen
    • Computerised box office
    • Digital sound desk
    • Digital 3D cinema projector
    • Licensed bar
    • Disabled access
    • Ample car parking
    • Fully appointed dressing rooms, wardrobe, laundry facilities and green room
    • Drama studio available at specified times suitable for 100 people
    • Orchestra pit for up to 25 musicians
    • Yamaha C7 Grand and Yamaha upright pianos
    • Public address system
    • Licensed outdoor courtyard
    Opening times

    12.30pm to 4pm Wednesday to Friday and 1 hour prior to events and half an hour following the commencement of a performance.

    Parking

    Ample parking in close proximity to the venue.

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair access is an important aspect of Country Arts service to patrons. Mobility impaired patrons can be comfortably seated in the theatre, and there are dedicated toilet facilities and car parking spaces. Baby change tables are available.

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    Facilities

    The theatre has a Licensed Bar

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    Friends Club Membership

    Show your card and save throughout the year. Your Friends Club membership ($30) entitles you to buy tickets at the discounted Friends price.

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    Don’t know what to give your friends or family for birthdays or special occasions?

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    Corporate Entertainment

    A night at the theatre is a perfect way to entertain and impress your clients, network and reward staff. Our staff will assist you in all steps of planning to ensure your guests have a unique and memorable night at the theatre that they will always associate with your company’s hospitality. Contact the venue for more information.

    Community Circle

    Country Arts SA is partnering with local businesses to enable more people in the community to experience, value and benefit from the arts.

    Community Circle brings together businesses with a shared passion and commitment to giving back to the communities in which they operate.

    The generous backing of Community Circle businesses will support the Chaffey Theatre in continuing to deliver a dynamic mix of exciting live performances, creative workshops and educational projects.

    Community Circle provides a unique platform for businesses to engage with their local communities in association with artistic excellence and exceptional live performance all year round.

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    Country Arts SA pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and recognises their continuing connection and spiritual relationship to these lands, waters and skies. We are committed to listening and helping care for Country, and to safeguard, share and celebrate First Nations’ living cultures.

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    Chaffey Theatre – Booking

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    Link into Country Arts SA’s network of performing arts centres across South Australia and benefit from collaboration on tours and negotiation of venue costs, performances and box office as a state-wide package. Please email venue-hire@countryarts.org.au for more information.

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    Terms and Conditions

    Gift Vouchers are available for purchase online at the following values: $100, $50, $20, $10

    Gift Vouchers can only be exchange for tickets at the theatre Box Office during office hours or online through our website.

    Gift Vouchers are not redeemable for cash.

    Gift Vouchers are redeemable for tickets at the Venue in which it was originally purchased from only and are non transferable.

    Country Arts SA Venues are not responsible for lost or stolen Gift Vouchers.

    Gift Vouchers are valid for 36 months from the date of purchase.

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    With a wide range of shows and some of Australia’s most well-loved actors, you’re sure to find something for everyone. This variety means that we can help you select the show most suited to your guests to ensure an enjoyable night is had by all.

    Country Arts SA Corporate Hospitality Packages are designed to help you deliver your business targets in a distinctive way, and can be tailored to meet the needs and budget constraints of your business.

    Country Arts SA is continually looking to establish strategic alliances and partnerships with leading, innovative companies such as yours, who understand the reinforcement of business brand values to the community through the arts.

    Benefits of Purchasing Corporate Tickets

    • Performance programmes (where available)
    • Tailored drinks package for your needs
    • Free use of exclusive foyer areas for pre-show or post show drinks
    • You can also access special function areas for you to entertain larger groups
    • Ease of booking when purchasing for large groups.Assistance in co-ordinating catering for functions and events held at the venue.
    • Pre show group theatre tours.
    • Invitations to Country Arts SA after show functions.
    • Meet the cast (selected shows only).
    • Best seats available
    • You will also receive invitations to selected, exclusive VIP functions at the venue where you can network with leading corporate identities and artists.

    Additional options can easily be arranged to create an evening tailored to your needs