Palace of Dreams Guided Tours

A limited number of State Theatre Venue Tours may be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances; in such cases we will do our best to reschedule your visit while providing maximum advance notice. Each ticket price incorporates a $1 restoration levy. - Stand within the magnificent 2000-seat auditorium, its grandeur accentuated by thirteen exquisite hand-cut crystal chandeliers - Examine the theatre's unique blend of Gothic, Italian and Art Deco architectural features - Explore the State Theatre's renowned Character Lounges, including the exotic Butterfly Room, the Pioneer Room, and the College Room - Be captivated by the world's second-largest hand-cut crystal chandelier, known as the Koh-i-Nor - Witness the original Wurlitzer Organ, which once powered silent film soundtracks - Admire award-winning artworks by celebrated Australian painters such as William Dobell, Mary Edwards, Charles Wheeler and Raymond Lindsay - Delve into the theatre's interior to uncover engineering wonders and mechanical masterpieces.