Music Market Event Spaces
Music Market is a versatile and adaptable event and performance venue, which can be activated at full capacity or divided into smaller spaces to fit your business & creative needs. Housed within the Collingwood Yards precinct, this fully refurbished space is equipped with the latest technology and infrastructure to support Victoria’s music industry.
Our north-facing venue is bathed in natural light with blackout capabilities throughout. Music Market features climate control in every space, adjustable stage and venue lighting, 3 phase power and a variety of furniture options.
Our event spaces are located on the upper level of Music Market and are accessible from Johnston Street either by ramp or lift. The stage and green room area are accessible via a ramp. There are also accessible and ambulant all gender bathrooms on this level.
In addition to the main event spaces Music Market features a foyer and green room, both of which can be used as break-out spaces.
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MUSIC MARKET EAST
Music Market East is the perfect venue for performances, launches, presentations, panel events and livestreams. The space features a stage accessible via a wide ramp, sound desk and bar service area, along with access to the green room and foyer. There are multiple entrances from the foyer to allow for back-stage only access.
Two fixed cameras support livestreaming and recording of events. Standard hire includes access to the following technical equipment: lights, microphones, projector & screen, lectern, as well the in-house PA system. Several scrolling text screens are also able to be programmed with digital content. The floor plan is flexible, with chairs, round tables & desks all available for use.
MUSIC MARKET WEST
Music Market West is ideal for workshops, rehearsals, professional development, business meetings and functions.
The space features a flat floor and bar service area, along with built-in bench seating around the perimeter of the room, in addition to chairs, round tables & desks which are all available for use.
Facilities include a projector & screen for presentations, as well as several scrolling text and tv screens which can be programmed with digital content. This space has a single entrance from the foyer.
GREEN ROOM
The green room is included in the hire of the Music Market event space as well as the hire of Music Market East. It can also be booked separately as a private space for meetings or writing sessions. The room includes comfortable couches, climate control and blackout blinds. Desks, chairs and round tables are available as required. The green room is accessible from the foyer by ramp.
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WHO THE SPACE IS FOR:
Music Market is designed and operated primarily to support the business and development needs of the Victorian music industry. It is a place to nurture innovative ideas, collaboration and peer-to-peer learning, while continuously fostering and championing greater equity across the sector.
We welcome the Collingwood Yards and broader arts community to activate Music Market.
However, in order to align with Music Market’s core mission, music industry booking requests will be prioritised.
The principles of accessibility and inclusion are at the heart of Music Market’s philosophy. Additional support is available to those from communities including First Peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, D/deaf and/or Disabled, LGBTQIA+ and those living regionally.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
MUSIC MARKET EAST
- Stage with standard lighting and 2 mounted stage speakers
- Projector and screen
- Lectern with microphone and projector control panel, situated on stage as standard
- Ops desk including sound and lighting desks
- 3 lighting bars
- 3 Phase power
- High speed WIFI
- Multiple power points on stage and on flat floor
- Climate control
- Excellent natural light
- Blackout blinds
- Access to green room
- Access to foyer and bar service area
- Access to kitchenette with a sink, 2 dishwashers, glasswasher, 4 bar fridges and 2 microwaves.
MUSIC MARKET WEST
- Projector and screen
- Built in bench seating
- High speed WIFI
- Multiple power points
- Climate control
- Excellent natural light
- Blackout blinds
- Access to foyer and bar service area
- Access to kitchenette with a sink, 2 dishwashers, glasswasher, 4 bar fridges and 2 microwaves.
- Hire of the full Music Market event space includes features from both categories above
FACILITIES AVAILABLE UPON ARRANGEMENT:
MUSIC MARKET EAST
- Chairs
- Round tables
- Desks
- Stage Spotlight
- Additional lighting
- Wireless microphones
- Livestreaming and recording capabilities including two remote-controlled cameras
- Programmable scrolling text screens
- Audio Hearing loop
- Low stimulation room
- Assistance animal facilities
MUSIC MARKET WEST
- Chairs
- Round tables
- Desks
- Programmable scrolling text and tv screens
- Low stimulation room
- Assistance animal facilities
STAFFING:
All bookings within the first-floor event spaces require paid venue staff.
All bump in/out and technical runs require paid venue staff.
During events, Music Market’s Venue Technician will be present and working in the role of supervisor. The supervisor is a dedicated crowd-management role and cannot serve a secondary role such as registration staff, front of house, bar service, stage management or operator during the event. Basic assistance with plug and play equipment is permissible.
At the discretion of Music Market’s management team, hirers may be able to access venue spaces without incurring labour calls for access during business hours where hirer activity has been deemed safe to progress, unsupervised. This is not applicable to public-outcome events whether ticketed or by invitation only.
Additional crew including operators can be arranged for events as required.
Changes and additions to the staffing required for your booking will attract additional fees.
Specialist crew including riggers and specialist technicians required for event delivery can be arranged as required. Specialist labour charges will be payable by the hirer and will be on-charged at actual cost.
SECURITY SERVICES:
Some events at the venue will require security services, according to existing legislation, e.g., liquor licensing. Music Market has the right to determine whether security is required at events which may be deemed higher risk.
All security services are the responsibility of the hirer to arrange and pay for. Proof of the security booking with a registered security company must be supplied to venue management prior to the event.
In general, the industry rule of two guards for the first 100 people and one guard for every 100 people thereafter is the minimum requirement. The venue has the right to request that the hirer obtain additional security based on the level of risk assessed for the event or for closer management of the building.
FLOOR PLANS:
CAPACITY:
Music Market (East & West inc. green room) – 200 Maximum Capacity*
Music Market East (With stage and green room) – 80 Maximum Capacity*
Music Market West (Without stage) – 100 Maximum Capacity*
*Capacities subject to change in accordance with COVID restrictions.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
For a full equipment list and room specifications please reach out to our team at info@musicmarket.com.au
FEES AND OTHER CHARGES:
A quote for hiring Music Market will be generated following a discussion around the nature and requirements of your event. Your final quote will be comprised of venue hire, staff, cleaning and any additional charges. See sections on ‘Staffing’ and ‘Cleaning’ for more information.
Facilities listed as ‘available upon arrangement’ above may attract additional charges. Your requirements will be discussed, and costs determined during the quoting process.
CLEANING:
Cleaning charges are dependent on the scope and scale of your event. If required, a cleaner can be booked to remain onsite for the duration of your event. Additional waste collection can be arranged and is charged as quoted by our supplier.
DISCOUNT INFORMATION:
Neighbour Discount:
Music Market offers a 15% discount on venue hire charges to fellow tenants at Collingwood Yards and Music Market Co-Work residents.
Community support:
A 25% discount on venue hire charges is available for hirers who identify as a member of one of the following communities.
- First Peoples
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse
- D/deaf and/or Disabled
- LGBTQIA+
- Regional music workers
Please note: discounts mentioned above only apply to the venue hire charges – other costs including labour and staffing, equipment hire and cleaning are hard costs and as such are ineligible for discount.
TICKETING AND PROMOTION:
While Music Market will list all public events on our website, promotion and marketing is the responsibility of the hirer. As the hirer you are required to provide Music Market with all relevant marketing collateral and information. Hirers can publish their public events on the Collingwood Yards website. Please speak to Music Market staff if you’d like to arrange this.
Additionally, ticketing arrangements are the responsibility of the hirer. External ticketing links can be listed on our website.
LIQUOR LICENSING:
If the hirer is providing alcoholic drinks to patrons, a liquor licence must be obtained from the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR). The hirer is responsible for ensuring that the licence and all required signage is displayed at the point of service and that any conditions of the liquor license such as security for the event have been arranged.
A copy of the hirer’s liquor license must be provided to the Music Market team prior to the event. If a liquor license is not provided prior to the commencement of the booking, the serving of alcohol will not be permitted.
Providing a ‘free’ drink with the purchase of a ticket is deemed as a transaction of sale for alcohol and requires a liquor license. Details on obtaining a limited liquor license for an event can be found on the VCGLR website or by phoning 1300 182 457.
If you would like Music Market to arrange bar services for your event, please speak to the Music Market team, who will be happy to assist.
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE:
All events at Music Market will require evidence of Public Liability Insurance to the value of $20 million. A copy of your Certificate of Currency must be provided to the Music Market team prior to the event.
ONE MUSIC LICENSING:
Music Market has a general OneMusic license, but the following types of events will be required to obtain an event-specific license.
- Where gross-spend on Live Artists is more than $4,000 (includes all expenses related to an artist like salaries, accommodation, manager fees etc)
- Dance or exercise classes
- Nightclub-style events
- Events run by National Event Promoters (see OneMusic website for the list of these recognised Promoters)
It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure their event complies with the terms of Music Market’s OneMusic licence and, where required, to arrange for and cover all costs associated with the relevant licence. Please speak to the Music Market team for more information.
CATERING:
Hirers are welcome to organise their own catering for events. The Music Market team must be provided with the catering supplier’s safe food handling permits.
If you wish, Music Market can recommend catering and coffee suppliers for your event. Please enquire about Music Market’s preferred suppliers list.
No barbecuing is permitted at, in or around the venue whether on portable equipment or otherwise, unless approved in advance of your event, by Music Market’s team.
If you wish to arrange a food truck for your event, please speak to the Music Market team who will discuss suitable options and positioning of the food truck during your event.
COVID-19 SAFETY & WELLBEING:
Music Market is operating under COVID safe conditions and prioritises the health and safety of our visitors and team. Please get in touch to access our COVIDSafe Plan.
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