Some of Sydney’s finest 19th century buildings and their furnishings reflect the hierarchy of politics and patronage of the public offices their former occupants held. Enjoy an armchair tour along the corridors of power walked by some of our colourful governors, premiers, ministers and lord mayors and a peek into their offices.

Margaret Betteridge is a freelance heritage consultant specialising in the management of collections in some of the city’s key historic buildings including Sydney Town Hall, the Chief Secretary’s Building, the Supreme Court of NSW and is the author of Sydney Town Hall: The Building and Its Collection published in 2008.

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The Mitchell Theatre is located on Level 1, 280 Pitt Street.

171 Seats (142 seat recommended capacity due to obstructed views).

The hire fee includes a fixed data projector, projection
screen, sound system, lectern and a computer with internet
access. Instructions for use of the room equipment are displayed on the wall and are also available at Level 3 Reception.

Food and beverages MUST NOT be consumed in the Mitchell Theatre, however the foyer may be used as a break-out area. 

Wheelchair accessible.

Hearing loop installed.

This venue is available for hire. See Venue Hire for details.