Auditorium hire, East Bengaluru
The MLR Cultural Centre auditorium gives Whitefield a real stage for schools, artists and companies.
Quick answer: The auditorium in Whitefield at MLR Cultural Centre, 4th Cross Road, Kaveri Nagar, Bengaluru (Bangalore), seats 799 in theatre style, with a deep thrust stage, two modern green rooms and its own acoustics and lighting. Book it for school annual days, concerts, dance, theatre, product launches and conferences: call +91 99 7230 5352 or write to info@brigadehospitality.com.
Last updated: October 2026 · Brigade Hospitality
At a glance
The Whitefield auditorium in brief
- Venue: MLR Cultural Centre (MLR Convention Centre, Whitefield), Kaveri Nagar, Bengaluru 560 048.
- Seats: 799 in theatre style, on about 4,788 sq ft.
- Stage: A deep thrust stage, two modern green rooms, acoustics and lighting.
- Foyer: A pre-function area that holds 300 people.
- Hosts: Theatre, dance, music, stand-up, concerts, press conferences and Arangetram.
- Enquire: +91 99 7230 5352 or info@brigadehospitality.com.
Auditorium
How big is the auditorium in Whitefield?
It seats 799 in theatre style on about 4,788 sq ft, according to the venue’s capacity chart. The auditorium at MLR Cultural Centre is built for performing arts: theatre, dance, music, comedy stand-ups, live concerts, press conferences, movie promotions, Arangetram and Rangapravesha programmes and cultural shows, at cost-effective rates. A deep thrust stage brings performers closer to the audience, two modern green rooms keep artists ready, and state-of-the-art acoustics and lighting carry the show to the back row.
Board Room
Where can your team meet before the show?
In the board room, which seats 10 to 15 in U-shape, theatre or cluster style. Use it for a speaker briefing, a sponsor meeting or a last check of the running order while the stage is set.
Pre-function Area
Where do guests wait before the doors open?
In the pre-function area, which holds 300 people. It is the space guests pass through before the main event, so use it for registration, a welcome drink, an interval snack counter or a buffet after the show.
Seating and layouts
Pick the room for your audience
The auditorium is set out theatre style: the capacity chart lists 799 seats and marks U-shape and cluster layouts as not available. For a smaller seated audience, the banquet hall at the same venue takes 450 to 500 in theatre style. Open the capacity chart below, or see every space at the Whitefield convention centre.
What the auditorium hosts
Annual days, shows, launches and conferences
Schools book the auditorium for annual days and cultural nights, arts groups for dance, music and theatre, and companies for product launches, press conferences and seminars. Planning a ticketed show? Read how to organise a live show or performance in Bangalore.
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FAQs
How many seats does the auditorium in Whitefield have?
The auditorium at MLR Cultural Centre, Kaveri Nagar, Whitefield, lists 799 seats in theatre style on its capacity chart, on about 4,788 sq ft. It is planned as a seated show hall, so confirm your final seat count and any reserved rows with the team when you book.
Is there an auditorium near me in Whitefield or East Bengaluru?
Yes. The MLR Cultural Centre auditorium is on 4th Cross Road, Kaveri Nagar, Whitefield, Bengaluru 560 048, and the venue describes its location as close to major roads, metro stations and tech parks. For audiences in South Bangalore, Auditorium Silver at MLR Convention Centre, JP Nagar lists 476+5 theatre seats at Brigade Millennium, 7th Phase.
What is the cost of an auditorium for rent in Bangalore?
It depends on the date, the day of the week, the hours you need for set-up, rehearsal and the show, and the technical support you add. MLR Cultural Centre in Whitefield describes its auditorium rates as cost-effective for performing arts. Ask the team for an itemised quote through the contact page and choose “Theatre/ Performing Arts”.
Can a school hold its annual day at the MLR Whitefield auditorium?
Yes. School events are among the services MLR Cultural Centre in Whitefield offers. The deep thrust stage suits group acts, two green rooms give children a place to change and wait, the pre-function area holds 300 parents before the doors open, and the venue lists ample parking. For a November to February annual day, book three to four months ahead.
Can I hold a product launch or conference in the auditorium?
Yes. The MLR Cultural Centre auditorium lists press conferences and movie promotions among its uses, and the Whitefield page calls it ideal for large conferences, with audio-visual support. Branding, banners, standees and digital displays are allowed with prior approval. For full event formats, see corporate event venues in Whitefield and our conference venue in Whitefield page.
Is there a small auditorium in Bangalore at MLR for under 500 guests?
If 799 seats is more than you need, MLR Cultural Centre in Whitefield has smaller theatre-style rooms. Its banquet hall takes 450 to 500 in theatre style, and each of its two meeting rooms takes 50 to 60, according to the capacity chart. These suit seminars, talks and small recitals where a raised thrust stage is not needed.