Rehearsal Spaces

Pictured: Rehearsal Room 317, Arts & Culture Building

To book a rehearsal space

  1. Log into DiBS with your University of Melbourne student email address.
  2. Book your required rehearsal space for exactly the amount of time needed.
  3. Make sure to allow at least 2-3 business days for your request to be processed.
  4. Bookings will be open 4 weeks in advance.

Book a rehearsal space

Restrictions

Rehearsal rooms may not be used for commercial purposes. This means groups cannot charge their members for participation in classes. If this is discovered to be happening the group will be banned from all future bookings. Under no circumstances is the rehearsal room to be used to promote any external companies.

Accessibility Requirements

If you require assistance finding an accessible space or making a booking, contact:
uht@union.unimelb.edu.au or 8344 6975.
See below for specific room accessibility notes.


Spaces available on campus for rehearsal

 

Rehearsal Room, Room 317, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building

Who can book this space?

  • Union House Theatre affiliated Student Theatre Groups
  • Individual University of Melbourne students – for the purpose of arts-related activities (dance, singing, monologue rehearsal, piano practice etc)

Booking rules

  • UHT Affiliated Groups – can book 3x per week, 1x per day, up to 4 hours per booking
  • Individuals – can book 1x booking per week, up to 2 hours per booking

Room Features

It has a mirrored wall, a sprung floor suitable for dance, and a piano. The studio is available to University of Melbourne students at no charge for rehearsals, readings and auditions. This space has a small sound system that can be plugged into using a 3.5mm jack audio cable, or via HDMI with a computer to also access the room’s projector. The space is wheelchair accessible.

Room Rules

  • Rooms must be left clean and tidy after use
  • All rubbish put in appropriate bins outside room in corridor, no bins in room
  • Push all tables and chairs to the side of the room
  • Please let us know if you find the room untidy or if any damage

Availability
Monday – Wednesday 8am-9pm
Thursday-Friday 8am – 11pm
Saturday – Sunday 11am - 5pm
 

Activity Room G01 & G02, Ground Floor, Building 189

Who can book this space?

  • Any registered University of Melbourne Club, Society or Group
  • Not available to Individuals. Group bookings only!

 Booking rules

  • Groups – can book 3x per week, 1x per day, up to 4 hours per booking
  • Booking can be made up to 4 weeks in advance

Room Features

They are wooden-floored rooms, containing 16 movable tables and chairs, and can accommodate up to 50 people per room. These rooms also come with 75" (G01) and 55" (G02) screens (HDMI supported), Bluetooth audio connection and speakers. The rooms don't have air con but come with a ceiling fan and a heater so plan ahead! This space is wheelchair accessible.

Room Rules

  • Rooms must be left clean and tidy after use
  • All rubbish put in appropriate bins outside room in corridor, no bins in room
  • Push all tables and chairs to the side of the room
  • Room cannot exceed 50 people

Availability
Mon–Fri: 8am–9pm
Sat: 11am–9pm
Sun: 11am–5pm

Activity Room 101 & 102, Level 1, Building 189

​Who can book this space?

  • Any registered University of Melbourne Club, Society or Group
  • Not available to Individuals. Group bookings only!

 Booking rules

  • Groups – can book 3x per week, 1x per day, up to 4 hours per booking
  • Booking can be made up to 4 weeks in advance

Room Features

They come with carpeted flooring and have 8 movable tables and chairs. Both rooms have in-room Bluetooth audio connection & overhead speakers. Room 102 even has an upright piano! The rooms don't have air con but come with a ceiling fan and a heater so plan ahead! This space is wheelchair accessible.

Room Rules

  • Rooms must be left clean and tidy after use
  • All rubbish put in appropriate bins outside room in corridor, no bins in room
  • Push all tables and chairs to the side of the room
  • Room cannot exceed 50 people

Availability
Mon–Fri: 8am–9pm
Sat: 11am–9pm
Sun: 11am–5pm

Activity Rooms 205 & 206, Level 1, Student Pavilion

Room 205Room 206

Who can book this space?

  • Any registered University of Melbourne Club, Society or Group
  • Individuals can book

Booking Rules

  • See booking rules on DiBS booking page

Room Features

With a capacity of 20 people per room, this is an ideal space for small rehearsals, scene studies, or as a breakout space for larger groups. There is a mobile 55" flat panel display TV screens with a sound bar in each room, however these must be booked in a separate booking to the room booking. This space is wheelchair accessible.

Room Rules

  • Rooms must be left clean and tidy after use
  • All rubbish put in appropriate bins outside room in corridor, no bins in room
  • Room cannot exceed 20 people

Availability
Mon-Fri: 8am-9pm
Sat-Sun: 9am-8pm

For further information, please contact 8344 6975 or email uht@union.unimelb.edu.au.