Her Majesty's Theatre

Cultural

Located just a 15-minute drive from BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park, Her Majesty’s Theatre is a true gem of Ballarat’s cultural scene. It offers a rich mix of live entertainment in a beautifully restored heritage venue.

Her Majesty’s Theatre showcases a variety of performances, including opera, music theatre, live concerts, and dramatic productions. Originally opened in 1875, it is the oldest continuously operating theatre in mainland Australia. This grand venue blends historic charm with modern comfort, thanks to a major refurbishment completed in 2025.

What You’ll Experience

  • Watch a show in one of Australia's most historic theatres
  • Soak in the atmosphere of a 19th-century venue with 21st-century amenities
  • Discover the venue's rich history through its design and details

Best Time to Visit

  • Visit the What’s On page on Her Majesty's Theatre's official website for current and upcoming shows.

Suitable For

  • Families
  • Couples
  • History lovers
  • Elderly guests
  • Visitors with prams or wheelchairs

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair and pram accessible
  • Passenger lift access to the stalls
  • Hearing loop available in the Dress Circle and parts of the Stalls
  • Some events include Auslan Interpreted Performances, marked on the event page
  • Accessible toilets available on-site
  • Pet-friendly for service animals only

Time Needed

  • Pre-booking is required for all performances. Allow time to enjoy the venue before the show.

Insider Tip

During the latest renovations, staff uncovered a number of fascinating artefacts hidden within the walls. Most curious of all? A mummified cat, now memorialised in the newly named Lucky’s Foyer downstairs!

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