Schonell Cinema and Live Theatre

St Lucia, Brisbane, Queensland Australia

Hospitality / Leisure

SCHONELL CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE complex, stands proud in the UQ Union Complex, on the lovely landscaped grounds of the University of Queensland, St Lucia Brisbane. The Schonell opened to the public in 1970 with the live stage production “Bachoi” by Bryan Nason. The Play included in its cast Geoffrey Rush and Billie Brown – both students of UQ at the time. The Schonell complex underwent a $4 million refurbishment in 2005 and includes 3 versatile venues suitable for (but not limited to) Cinema, Ballet, Orchestra, Live Bands, theatrical performances, Conferences, Lectures, Product Launches, Gala awards and then there’s the pizza café for the best pizza in town. Cinema is run Thur