Construction
Changed traffic conditions and pedestrian access are in place near the site. Russell Street is closed to general traffic between 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday and some Saturdays. Please follow signage and instructions. Alternative drop-off locations are available on Grey Street.
Milestones
2023
- Installation of structural steel and feature precast concrete panels to the front of house sections
- Commencement of roof sheeting to front of house foyers
- Progression of services inside the auditorium including electrical, mechanical and hydraulics
- Works to the back of house and fly tower including electrical and mechanical services, ceiling framing and steelwork
- Level 8 roof sheeting installed to all three tiers
- The birdcage scaffolding is completed
2022:
- Cores reach full height
- Commencement of the internal structural steel installation
- Progression of fit-out activity in the lower levels of the building
- Refurbishment of rehearsal rooms
2021:
- Installation of two tower cranes to continue major construction
- Excavation of the orchestra pit
- Large concrete pours
2020:
- Lendlease, as Managing Contractor for the project, began exploratory and preparatory work in March 2020 for the new theatre at the Playhouse Green site
- Construction works begin
Lendlease, as Managing Contractor for the project, began early preparatory work in early March 2020 for the new theatre at the Playhouse Green site. This included installation of vibration monitoring and service relocation works.
In April 2020, work began to support the integration of a new theatre into the existing QPAC structure to enable a seamless connection.
Bulk excavation work was undertaken in September 2020, ahead of piling work to support the new theatre’s foundations in October 2020.
From October 2020 until completion of theatre construction, changed traffic conditions and pedestrian access are in place near the site. Lendlease’s construction notices are available here for more information..