About
The Peacock Theatre is Salamanca Art Centre’s unique performance space that has been created at the foot of a historic quarry, named after the company that produced jams and juices on the site for half a century.
The Peacock Theatre is the venue of choice for intimate live productions accommodating dance, live art, hybrid music and film. A unique performance and event venue on the ground floor of the Salamanca Arts Centre, with a magnificent natural rock face as its backdrop, maximum Fixed Seating Capacity of 131 (unnumbered) seats.
Where
Peacock Theatre
Salamanca Arts Centre
Ground Floor, 77 Salamanca Place
Hobart 7000
Accessibility
Accessible Toilet (located in the Courtyard)
Registered Assistance Animals welcome
Companion Card
Hearing Loop
Level Access (via Stage Doors from the Courtyard)
Key Features
Fixed Seated Audience Capacity 131
Dressing Room for 20 (approx).
Workshop / Storage Area
Bar operated via Tricycle Cafe & Bar
Rock wall backdrop
Venue Hire Rates
Performances & Events
Independent Artists & Non-Funded Groups: $430.90 per Day / $1,691.55 per Week
Funded NFPs & Festivals / Schools: $449.25 per Day / $1,819.13 per Week
Commercial : $604.20 per Day / $2,381.40 per Week
Government Departments or GBE: $778.84 per Day / $3,167.28 per Week
Bump In / Bump Out / Rehearsals / Creative Developments
Independent Artists & Non Funded Groups: $242.95 per Day / $810.00 per Week
Funded NFPs & Festivals / Schools: $265.00 per Day / $945.00 per Week
Commercial : $479.25 per Day / $1,819.13 per Week
Government Departments or GBE: $612.65 per Day / $2,419.44 per Week
Please note that rates are subject to change from time to time.
All prices are inclusive of GST and valid from 13 February 2026.
Venue Hire Rates do not include all charges (such as additional equipment or a SAC Technician etc.). Please refer to the Peacock Theatre Information Kit / Conditions of Hire (PDF) for more information and for details on all additional charges.
*Venue Hire Rates will increase as of 1 January 2027.
Please refer to the Peacock Theatre Information Kit / Conditions of Hire (PDF) for 2027 Venue Hire Rates.
Applying for Peacock Theatre : REMAINING DATES in 2026
Applications are sought from Arts Organisations and solo artists for performances, concerts, workshops, film events, corporate events and rehearsals /creative developments.
For more information on the hire of the Peacock Theatre, please refer to the Peacock Theatre Information Kit / Conditions of Hire (PDF) prior to submitting your application.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
This Application Round is for REMAINING DATES ONLY.
Full Details of remaining dates included in the Application Form
Most months in the 2026 Calendar were filled by successful applicants during the April & September 2025 Application Rounds.
** PLEASE NOTE : Applicants will be contacted with outcomes after 10 Business Days **
APPLY FOR 2026 DATES HEREAvailability for 2027
Applications for the Peacock Theatre 2027 Calendar are now open.
Salamanca Arts Centre invites artists and arts organisations to contribute to its 50th Anniversary program in 2027, marking five decades of creativity, community and cultural significance in Tasmania.
Venue Hire Rates for 2027 & Other Information about the venue can be found HERE
Applications close 27th July 2026
More information can be found via the application form below.
If you would like to be notified if dates become available due to a cancellation, please sign up to our alert list.
