Located in Hamer Hall, the Collection Store Tour offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the renowned Australian Performing Arts Collection.

Featuring a selection of original objects from more than 850,000 items spanning circus, dance, music, opera and theatre, these tours provide a unique opportunity to explore the collection and learn more about the performers, creatives and companies that have helped make Australian performing arts history.

Learn how Art Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s curators have worked closely with the performing arts industry to develop the collection since its inception in the 1970s.

Led by knowledgeable guides, you'll get an up-close look at the collection — including props, costumes, set models, puppets, designs and more. See a range of items such as Margot Fonteyn’s pointe shoes, Peter Allen’s maracas, Dame Edna’s collection of spectacles, alongside circus apparatus and intricately made headpieces for the opera stage and more.