2017Wedding Info Pack

We are delighted that you are considering our venue for your special day!

Roslyn Packer Theatre Walsh Bay boasts an outstanding harbourside location coupled with stunning contemporary industrial design. One of Australia’s leading theatrical venues, Roslyn Packer Theatre is located a stone’s throw away from Barangaroo, the Headland Park and The Rocks, and is a significant landmark within the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.Located on the Ground Floor, the Richard Wherrett Studio encapsulates the romance and history of Walsh Bay. Showcasing the grandeur of yesteryear with high ceilings, historic and rustic brickwork and ironbark beams, retaining many of the details of this historic working building. A very versatile space, the Richard Wherrett Studio is available for small to medium wedding ceremonies and receptions on Sundays and selected Saturdays. The Richard Wherrett Studio is perfect for private dining and intimate lunch or dinner receptions.Walsh Bay Kitchen is also available for intimate standing cocktail or seated weddings. With both semi-private and private dining rooms, the moody and romantic settings are perfect for your modern wedding.

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Richard Wherrett Studio

Ceremonies • Up to 100pax • Allows for 50 chairs, the remainder standing

Cocktail Receptions• Up to 150pax with a small dance floor

• Up to 180pax with no dance floor• Additional seating will reduce this capacity, ask us for more information

Seated Receptions• Up to 80pax on round tables• Up to 60pax on banquet tables • Allows room for a small dancefloor

Walsh Bay Kitchen

Cocktail receptions• Up to 180pax standing, no dance floor

Seated receptions• Up to 120pax seated, no dance floor

Venue Floor Plan

Richard Wherrett Studio Seating• Round tables (up to 80pax)• Banquet tables (up to 60pax) There are many possible layout options depending on your number of guests and special requirements.

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Trippas White Group is the exclusive hospitality partner at Roslyn Packer Theatre. Trippas White Group strives to provide you with an exceptional experience and a seamlessly executed event. It provides a range of well-presented and flavoursome food that reflects the high quality of Australian seasonal and sustainable produce and can be flexible to your needs. In the planning stages of your wedding we will put you in touch with the Event Sales Manager for the Roslyn Packer Theatre and Walsh Bay Kitchen, with whom you will be able to tailor a menu to suit your event needs.

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Short Stay Accommodation

If you require short stay accommodation, Pier One Sydney Harbour is a 15min walk from the Roslyn Packer Theatre, in the Walsh Bay Precinct. Offering breathtaking views of the water, the hotel integrates heritage with contemporary chic and is perfect for delegates or visitors alike. Pier One can offer your wedding guests a 10% discount off the best available rate, subject to availability. Roslyn Packer Theatre Venue Staff can introduce you to the Pier One team if required.

Long Stay Accommodation

If you require long stay accommodation in an apartment hotel, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Harbourside is conveniently located at King Street Wharf close to the new Barangaroo and several attractions. Offering a quintessential experience, Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney, Harbourside can offer a range of one or two bedroom apartments or studio rooms to suit your needs.

Accommodation

If you choose to use Decorative Events for any other styling, such as table decorations, flowers or furniture, you can receive a further 10% discount on all services. Just ask your Event Manager for an introduction. It is possible for you to bring music or entertainment of your choice to perform on the day. The Roslyn Packer Theatre Event Managers cannot organise entertainment for you but will be able to assist you should you wish to bring your own. Additional costs may apply, please speak to your Event Manager for more information.

Decorative Events are the preferred supplier of the Roslyn Packer Theatre and will be able to assist you in ensuring that your event looks and feels perfect. If you choose one of our seated ceremony packages, the chairs and tables will be arranged by Decorative Events and includes a discount. Your Event Manager will organise the delivery and set up of these items, all we need are your choices!

Styling and Entertainment

Package Inclusions

• 4.5 hour venue access, including set up and pack down

• Lapel microphone for celebrant, radio microphone for contributors. Includes a Venue Sound Operator.

• Ceremony décor from Decorative Events for up to 80 people (see DE attachment for more details)

• Dedicated Event Manager • Additional fees may apply for any live music

• Additional fees may apply for special lighting or hanging floral arrangements

Saturday Ceremony Package $4,400 inc GST

Sunday Ceremony Package $5,600 inc GST

Ceremonies

Hold your ceremony in the stunning Richard Wherrett Studio on Sundays or selected Saturdays.

Cocktail Reception Package (up to 180pax) $3,200 inc GST

• 5 hour venue access for your reception, 2 hour set up

• Radio Microphone for speeches• Table for wedding cake• Four venue cocktail tables• Tea lights and votives for venue cocktail tables (3 per table)

• 5 venue ottomans • Up light on brick walls (your choice of colour)

• Dedicated Event Manager, and venue staff on the day

Standard Seated Reception Package up to 80pax) $5,700 inc GST

• 5 hour venue access for your reception, 2 hour set up

• Up to 8 round tables (10pax per table), head table for bridal party includes set up

• Choice of tiffany or bentwood chair (from Decorative Events), including delivery and set up

• Drape line behind head table your choice of colour (includes set up)

• Tea lights and votives on dining tables (3 per table)

• Radio Microphone and lectern for speeches

• Table for wedding cake• Dedicated Event Manager, and venue staff on the day

Premium Seated Reception Package (up to 80pax) $6,700 inc GST

• 5 hour venue access for your reception, 2 hour set up

• Up to 8 round tables (10pax per table), head table for bridal party includes set up

• Cameo chair (from Decorative Events), including delivery and set up

• Drape line behind head table your choice of colour (includes set up)

• Tea lights and votives on dining tables (3 per table)

• Radio Microphone and lectern for speeches

• Table for wedding cake• Up light on brick walls (your choice of colour)

• Dedicated Event Manager, and venue staff on the day

• Additional hire fees apply for banquet style tables

Deluxe Seated Reception Package (up to 80pax) $8,350 inc GST

• 5 hour venue access for your reception, 2 hour set up

• Up to 8 round tables (10pax per table), head table for bridal party includes set up

• Choice of tiffany, bentwood or cameo chair (from Decorative Events) including delivery and set up

• Drape line behind head table your choice of colour (includes set up)

• Tea lights and votives on dining tables (3 per table )

• Allocation for additional styling from Decorative Events

• Radio Microphone and lectern for speeches

• Table for wedding cake• Up light on brick walls (your choice of colour)

• Focussed lighting above dining tables

• Dedicated Event Manager, and venue staff on the day

• Additional hire fees apply for banquet style tables

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Reception Packages

Additional fees may apply for any live music Additional fees apply for special lighting or hanging floral arrangements

Choose from a range of cocktail or seated reception options for up to 180 people. Prices listed are for Saturday or Sunday evening receptions. Saturday lunch receptions are slightly discounted, ask us for more information.

Can we have candles or open flames? Candles can be used but must be contained in a votive, vase or hurricane shade.

Can the venue organise our entertainment? Roslyn Packer Theatre Event Managers cannot organise any entertainment for your ceremony or reception.

Will security be provided?Security is generally not required at the Roslyn Packer Theatre. If you could like a security guard your Event Manager can book one (fee $600 inc GST).

Is there parking available? Metered Street Parking is available on Hickson Rd. The Interpark Bond Store One is the closest parking station (26 Hickson Rd). There is also a Wilson Parking at Barangaroo Point.

What are the options for public transport?Public ferry, train and bus services operate to and from The Rocks and Circular Quay. Roslyn Packer Theatre is a 15 minute walk from Circular Quay and Wynyard. 311, 324, and 325 Bus Services have been extended into Walsh Way from October 2015. The 311 bus stops at Towns Place and Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. The 324 and 325 buses terminate in Hickson Road, Walsh Bay.Taxis regularly service Hickson Road and can collect and drop off right outside Roslyn Packer Theatre.

Are we able to bump in earlier? All events are allocated two hours to bump in prior to the event, as per the event agreement. Additional time to bump in or out is to be requested, and will be approved based on availability. An hourly rate applies.

What is the street address of the venue? What should I put on my invitations?You should list the venue as: Richard Wherrett Studio, Roslyn Packer Theatre Walsh Bay, 22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay.

Is the venue hired exclusively?Yes. Roslyn Packer Theatre can only host ceremonies and receptions on days where there are no performances in the theatre, which makes your hire exclusive.

Where is the closest accommodation?The closest accommodation to the Roslyn Packer Theatre is Pier One. Adina Apartment Habourside is located at King St Wharf. There are many hotels in The Rocks, which is a short walk from the Walsh Bay Precinct.

Can I organise my own catering?No, Roslyn Packer Theatre has a exclusive hospitality partner, Trippas White Group. We can put you in contact with their Event Sales team for more information on their packages.

How do I confirm my wedding date?Wedding dates are confirmed with a deposit payment of 20% of the package price, and a signed contract. The balance will be invoiced two months prior to your wedding and must be paid by the month prior.

Do you do Friday weddings?Yes, ask us for more details on package prices.

Can my wedding celebrant use your microphone?Yes, a lapel microphone for your celebrant, and a radio microphone for your readings are included in the package price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we leave items to be collected after our event?Unfortunately no, all items must be taken with you on the night. Roslyn Packer Theatre is a very busy performance venue, so all equipment and items must be removed when you bump out.

Do you have an operational curfew?Yes, Saturday lunch bookings must finish at 5pm. Evening reception packages allow for the event to finish at 10.30pm however this may be extended slightly for an additional fee. Ask us for more details.

Can I extend the package?Yes, but additional charges will apply.

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Contact Us

Milica PajicVenue Coordinatormpajic@sydneytheatre.com.au02 9250 1906