Project update

Construction complete!

We're excited to announce that construction of the $6 million Hopgood Theatre Refurbishment has been completed! We're now preparing the much-loved Noarlunga Centre venue for its grand reopening on 24 October 2025 - stay tuned for updates. In the lead-up to opening, our team is busy setting up staff, commissioning equipment and services, and providing essential training on all the new systems.

The comprehensive renovation has transformed the theatre with new flooring, enhanced lighting and sound systems, improved bathrooms, a revamped front of house and bar area, and superior backstage facilities. Accessibility has been significantly improved with 10 new wheelchair and companion seating spaces and wider doorways.

The former TAFE SA Lecture Theatre has been converted into an intimate 152-seat performance space, complete with brand new seating and upgraded audio, lighting and acoustic systems.

Visitors will notice the theatre's bold new direction immediately with striking pink exterior signage and a colourful theme that continues throughout the interior spaces. The transformation has been carefully crafted to retain the impressive and celebrated architectural elements of the existing building.

Grand Opening & Ongoing Operations

Country Arts SA will continue managing the theatre's operations under a new 3-year agreement with the City of Onkaparinga, ensuring continuity for the venue that they have managed since 2008.

A packed calendar of events and performances will be announced soon as we prepare to welcome audiences back to this beloved 481-seat venue - the largest of its kind in suburban Adelaide.

For booking enquiries, please contact Country Arts SA: Hopgood Theatre - Country Arts.