STUDIO HIRE
Mad Dance House has 5 dance studios and 110-seat theatre “The Loft” available for hire.
Email info@maddance.com.au to book.
The following gear and amenities are available to include in your hire:
3 x trestle tables
80 x chairs, 12 x stools
Digital keyboard piano
Yoga mats
Stretch bands
Blackout curtains (Studio 3 mirrors only)
Modular stage decks and tiered seating
Microwave, kettle, bar fridge
Cold water fountain
3 x bathrooms (7 total stalls)
Please note that the venue is not wheelchair accessible (access via stairs only).
studios for hire
STUDIO 1
Dimensions: L 18m x W 7m x H 3m
Studio 1 fits up to 30-40 students for a dance class and is recommended for Ballet and Contemporary dance.
Studio 1 features:
Full length mirrors (front and right)
2 x speakers & mixer (connection via AUX cable)
Tarkett flooring
Portable Ballet bars
2 x air conditioning units, ceiling fans
Dimmable lighting & LED light options
STUDIO 2
Dimensions: L 8m x W 4.5m x H 3m
Studio 2 fits up to 15 students for a dance class and is recommended for solo or small-group practice. It is often booked for private classes.
Studio 2 features:
Full length mirrors (front and left)
1 x speaker (connection via AUX or USB-C cable)
Tarkett flooring
Portable Ballet bars
1 x air conditioning unit, 1 x wall fan
Wall feature by local artist
STUDIO 3
Studio 3 is our largest studio and can hold up to 70 dancers for a class. It is also our most in-demand space for visual projects due to its character and lighting options.
Dimensions: L 20m x W 8m x H 3m
Full length mirrors (front)
2.1 sound system & mixer (connection via AUX cable and Bluetooth)
Sprung flooring (ideal for sneakers, tap shoes and heels)
1 x large industrial fan (extra floor fans available upon request)
Dimmable and fully customisable LED smart lighting
Studio 3 features:
STUDIO 4
Dimensions: L 15m x W 5.4m x H 4m
Studio 4 features:
Full length mirrors (front and left)
2 x speakers & mixer (connection via AUX cable)
Sprung flooring (ideal for sneakers, tap shoes and heels)
Wall-mounted Ballet bars
1 x air conditioning unit, 2 x wall fans
Dimmable lighting
Adjoining bathroom/changing area
Wall feature by local artist
Studio 4 fits up to 20 students in a dance class and has direct access to a bathroom. It is private with no windows looking in and ideal for small groups.
STUDIO 5
Dimensions: L 22m x W 5.3m x H 3m
Studio 5 fits 35-40 students for a dance class and is located on 45 Adelaide Street.
Studio 5 features:
Full length mirrors (front)
2 x speakers (connection via AUX cable)
Hard flooring (ideal for sneakers, tap shoes and heels)
2 x air conditioning units, ceiling fans
Dimmable lighting
Adjoining bathroom
Self-contained (not in main building)
A waiting area adjoins Studio 3 and Studio 4 on level 2 and can be included in your hire.
This can serve as a ticketing area for shows using “The Loft” or as a holding space for auditions and classes.
THE LOFT THEATRE
In 2022, Mad Dance House launched “The Loft”, an intimate 110-130 seat theatre space in the heart of Brisbane for local creatives to develop and present work.
With a customisable layout, lighting rig, curtains, tiered seating and modular staging, The Loft is equipped to bring your vision to life.
Contact us to discuss your production and for a bespoke quote. Community rates are available for emerging artists wanting to showcase their work.
Pictured: Tiered seating layout (7 levels)
Pictured: Huda Fadlelmawla, “Not For Exposure” 2022
Pictured: Tech rehearsal for “Grassroots” 2026 (not show lighting)