WA One Step Closer To Having $150 Million Refurbished Perth Concert Hall
Updated seating, bars and rehearsal spaces have been 'carefully considered' as part of the essential work to restore the heritage-listed building.
Abbey Road Live @ Perth Concert Hall (Credit: Adrian Thomson)
The Western Australian government has awarded $150.03 million to Australian-owned company ADCO to begin essential structural work on Perth Concert Hall.
Construction on Australia’s first concert hall is set to commence this year and conclude in late 2027, with the official opening scheduled for 2028.
The refurbishment will provide the West Australian Symphony Orchestra with an upgraded office and rehearsal space, new bar areas, and event spaces. It will also revitalise the auditorium entry, lifts, and stairs to improve venue accessibility.
The Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King, says, “Refurbishing and expanding the Perth Concert Hall will capitalise on Perth’s historical and cultural strengths, and preserve the hall for future generations.”
“After 50 years of continuous operation, we’re investing in this cultural icon to be enjoyed by the community for at least 50 more,” King continues. “Expected to create 230 jobs, the Albanese Labor Government is delivering infrastructure that stimulates the economy, connects communities, and fosters vibrancy in our cities.”
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Over the years, the Perth Concert Hall has hosted the likes of Michael Bublé, Ray Charles, the London Philharmonic and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
Federal Member for Perth, Patrick Gorman, commented on the refurbishment: “This will give local, national and international acts a venue worthy of their creative talents”.
This comes not long after the Cook Labor Government invested $45 million towards transforming the Perth Cultural Centre precinct into a 'modern vibrant hub for the arts' earlier this year, and community consultations for 'Burswood Park's 20 Year Vision' opened last week.
In January of this year, Premier Roger Cook released a statement saying, "The Perth Cultural Centre redevelopment is more than a facelift - it will make better use of the space joining our city's iconic cultural institutions, creating a more welcoming and shaded area with expanded hospitality offerings and a large screen for people to watch live events.”
This piece of content has been assisted by the Australian Government through Music Australia and Creative Australia, its arts funding and advisory body
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