Keep up to date with the latest news from your theatre: Christchurch’s The Court Theatre. From exclusive interviews with our cast and crew to updates about our new initiatives, you’ll find everything you need to know about what’s happening at The Court right here.
Vampires Invade The Arts Centre in Dracula Adaptation
Published: 30/11/2018
From the co-creator of the original Christchurch Ghost Walk comes an innovative, immersive horror experience where you accompany the characters from the greatest vampire story ever told as they hunt down the monster that became a legend.
Setting the scene for Jesus Christ Superstar
Published: 26/11/2018
We catch up with the man who designed the set for The Court’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Supporters Make a Difference
Published: 23/11/2018
We salute The Court Theatre volunteers.
Christmas Comes Early to The Court Theatre in A Christmas Carol
Published: 22/11/2018
Completely sold-out for the last two years, The Court Jesters’ fun, family-friendly and interactive version of A Christmas Carol is quickly establishing itself as a must-do Christchurch Christmas tradition.
Sponsorship Manager Layla Shines Ahead of World Salsa Event
Published: 21/11/2018
The Court Theatre company member Layla Moutrib has eyes on a second international Salsa Dance title.
Donate the Gift of Theatre This Year
Published: 19/11/2018
Theatre lovers will be able to share the joy of theatre with kids throughout Canterbury this festive season as ticket donation scheme the Gift of Theatre returns for a fifth year.
Jesus Christ Superstar Is Coming to The Court Theatre This Summer
Published: 01/11/2018
The Court Theatre is bringing the most loved rock musical to the stage in their summer production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Albert Belz's Love-Letter to the 1980s
Published: 24/10/2018
The process of writing Astroman has been a bit of a roller-coaster for playwright Albert Belz, with two versions of the play opening both here and in Melbourne. Before curtain call, Belz sat down to tell us all about the journey of how Astroman came to life.
Discussing Astroman and New Zealand Theatre with Nancy Brunning
Published: 21/10/2018
Astroman director Nancy Brunning has worked as a theatre practitioner throughout New Zealand for over 25 years. Her latest project, Astroman, is full of energy, humour and 1980s nostalgia as she told us in this director's Q&A.
The Court Theatre Is Looking for Young Performers Aged 17 - 21 to Form Their 2019 Youth Company
Published: 11/10/2018
Applications are now open for The Court Theatre’s 2019 Court Youth Company – a company which allows young performers to take the next step in their performing arts education.