Arts Main Theatre

Welcome to the Arts Main Theatre, located at 39 Light Square in Adelaide, Australia. As an establishment and point of interest, the Arts Main Theatre is part of the prestigious Adelaide College of the Arts, where your passion for arts and design can truly come to life.

At the Arts Main Theatre, you will find yourself surrounded by highly specialized spaces that will help you refine your talents and develop practical skills in various artistic disciplines. Whether your interests lie in film and TV, computer generated images (CGI) and visual effects (VFX), digital media, sound and technical production, acting, dance, visual arts, fashion, or photography, we have the facilities and resources to support your creative journey.

Our modern and professional facilities provide you with the opportunity to master the tools and techniques that are essential in the creative industries. With industry-standard performance and exhibition spaces, workshops, and studios, the Adelaide College of the Arts has been purposefully designed to achieve excellence in arts training.

One of the unique aspects of the Arts Main Theatre is its central location in Adelaide's Light Square. It is the only tertiary institution in Australia that houses the study of performing arts, visual arts, and design all under one roof. This central location offers students unparalleled opportunities to study, create, and perform, while also providing them with the chance to build career-defining networks.

In addition to the Arts Main Theatre, we are proud to present the Light Square Gallery. This professionally managed, purpose-built exhibition space showcases high-caliber exhibitions that have contributed to South Australia's outstanding reputation in the arts. From emerging artists to recent TAFE SA graduates and our acclaimed lecturing team, we focus on promoting exceptional contemporary artists.

At the Arts Main Theatre, we also acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional owners of the lands on which TAFE SA stands. We are committed to fostering a culturally inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes mutual understanding and respect.

Whether you are a student, an artist, or an art enthusiast, the Arts Main Theatre is a place where creativity thrives and artistic excellence is nurtured. Join us in this vibrant and dynamic community, and let your artistic passion soar to new heights.