Sydney Harbor Drama House

Floating Drama House at Cockatoo Island emerges as a dynamic fusion of mechanics, art, and contemporary performance culture. Positioned near the historic dry dock, this theatre invites audiences into an immersive experience that celebrates Cockatoo Island’s rich mechanical heritage and evolving role as a creative hub for exhibitions and events. With its bold, arena-style design inspired by the fluidity of street dance’s cypher culture, the theatre creates an inviting space where boundaries blur between artist and audience, bringing new energy to the island. This project embraces a “mechanic life architecture” approach, uniting the island’s past with its vibrant artistic present.

Auditorium of the drama house

Drama House Elevation during Sunset

Site Plan

Sectional Perspective

Auditorium Axometric Drawing