Venue Focus: 170 Russell

Answered by: Ben Thompson, band booker

The Venue: 170 Russell

Address: 170 Russell St, Melbourne

Capacity: 1050

What makes your venue perfect for touring acts? 170 Russell is a 1050 capacity concert venue conveniently situated in the heart of Melbourne featuring perfect sight lines from anywhere in the venue and world class production.

Who are some notable acts that have performed at the venue recently? 170 Russell hosts the biggest local, national and international touring acts coming through Melbourne. Every conceivable music genre and every demographic of music fan come through 170 Russell seven nights a week, 

What are the amenities in the surrounding area like? 170 Russell is based in the heart of Melbourne city surrounded by unlimited eating, drinking, accommodation and transport options. 

What's the load in and load out like? Access to rear of venue. Goods lift. Ramps onto stage. Set up gear!

What's the main message you'd like to get across to BIGSOUND participants about the venue? 170 Russell is the premier mid-sized concert venue in Melbourne. The venue has a loyal subscriber database of over 100,000 live music fans in Melbourne plus broad social media reach and an in-house publicist.

How do we book a show at your venue next time we're performing in your area? Contact Ben Thompson — ben@170russell.com 

Website link for more info? 170russell.com