Starting life as a shoe factory in 1908, the Thomas Dixon Centre has been transformed into a world-class performing arts destination and cultural precinct.
 
The heritage-listed building, home to Queensland Ballet, was reopened to the public in 2022 after an extraordinary redevelopment that delivered a state-of-the-art 350+ seat theatre, rooftop terrace, stunning public art and much more.
 
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Thomas Dixon Centre, a company class viewing, morning tea and an optional ballet taster class.
 
Date: Wednesday 20 November 2024
Time: 9:45am for 10am–1pm
• 9:45–10am: Arrival and welcome
• 10–10:30am: Company class viewing in the Talbot Theatre
• 10:30–11:30am: Private tour of the Thomas Dixon Centre and Q&A
• 11:30am–12:15pm: Morning tea
• 12:15–1pm: Optional private ballet taster class (maximum capacity of 25)
Location: Thomas Dixon Centre, 406 Montague Rd, West End QLD 4101
Cost: $15 per person, includes morning tea. Additional $15 for the private ballet class
Parking & Transport:
• Parking: The Thomas Dixon Centre has two levels of onsite parking, accessible via Raven Street. Parking must be booked via the Parkable App.
• Bus: The Blue CityGlider route travels from West End to South Brisbane via Montague Road, stopping outside the Thomas Dixon Centre. Alternatively, the South Brisbane free bus loop (route 86) stops on Montague Road at Davies Park and is a 1.1 kilometre walk to the Thomas Dixon Centre.
• Ferry: The CityCat stops at the West End Ferry Terminal, located at the end of Hoogley Street and is a 500 metre walk to the Thomas Dixon Centre.
For all information on parking, public transport and to plan your journey, visit the Thomas Dixon Centre website.

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