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Home>Park Facilities>Amphitheatres
There are five amphitheatres available for hire within Emerald Lake Park, each offering a different atmosphere. They are in various locations within the park and used for a range of activities and usage by performing and creative arts groups, education and communitiy organisation as well as private functions.
Location of each Amphitheatre can be found on the Park Map.
To book an Amphitheatre please phone 1300 131 683 (within Australia)
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| Gus Ryberg | | The largest and main Amphitheatre of the park, Gus Ryberg is located North of Lake Treganowan. Named after one of the original park rangers, it provides an acoustic relationship with the lake as well as the ability of an audience to view the lake during performances.
The Gus Ryberg Amphitheatre consists of seven grassed tiers with a paved arena which has good acoustics and is easily accessible.
With a seating capacity of 500 as well as power, water, BBQ and easy acces to toilets, it is perfect for musical and drama performances, marriage ceremonies and cultural activities.
Cost of hiring Gus Ryberg is $253 per day.
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| The Pines | | The smallest of the amphitheatres, The Pines is named for its location near a stand of pine trees.
Located in a delightful setting at the South West end of the park, the amphitheatre is suitable for intimate performances, poetry readings and small marriage ceremonies.
It has four grassed tiers and a seating capacity of 60.
Cost of hiring The Pines is $76 per day.
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| Bunerong | | Situated near Lake Nobelius, Bunerong is named after the aboriginal tribe which used the Dandenong Ranges for hunting.
A five tiered grassed amphitheatre with a seating capacity of 200, it provides the possibility of "theatre in the round" due to the close proximity to 'The Gums' and 'Carl Stemp'. It is ideal for private parties becuase of its secluded yet, convenient location.
Cost of Hiring Bunerong is $189 per day.
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| The Gums | | Located in a stunningly beautiful area of the park, The Gums overlooks a superb stand of Manna Gums and provides an intimate atmosphere for performances and weddings. As one of three amphitheatres located at Lake Nobelius, it lends itself to 'theatre in the round'.
This six tiered amphitheatre has a seating capacity of 120 and is also suitable for initimate occasions.
Cost of hiring The Gums is $189 per day.
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| Carl Stemp | | Named for one of the first park rangers, Carl Stemp offers a delightful location for just sitting and admiring the view and the bird calls while lunching or enjoying a performance.
This open four tiered amphitheatre has a seating capacity 120 and is located near 'The Gums' and 'Bunerong'.
Cost of hiring Carl Stemp is $189 per day.
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