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.
Spectacular Summer Season of The Wind in the Willows
Published: 17/10/2019
Audiences can expect to be whisked away to a beautiful world of adventurous animals and woodland magic in The Court Theatre’s upcoming summer season of The Wind in the Willows.
Court Jesters Collaborate with Little Andromeda for Soapland Street
Published: 07/10/2019
Across three nights this week, Christchurch’s favourite comedians The Court Jesters will be taking over pop-up arts festival Little Andromeda with their improvised medical comedy, Soapland Street.
Rent Auditions
Published: 04/10/2019
We're hosting open auditions for our 2020 production of Rent!
New Generation Arrives, Fresh Off the Boat
Published: 25/09/2019
25 years after its debut, ground-breaking Pasifika play Fresh Off the Boat is being reborn for a new generation at The Court Theatre.
Halloween Comes Early to The Court Theatre
Published: 19/09/2019
The Court Theatre’s resident monsters are creeping out from their hiding places with the arrival of silly and spooky school holiday show, Escape from Haunted House!
Saving the World One Play at a Time
Published: 04/09/2019
With the world’s spotlight on Tuvalu as the Pacific nation faces destructive consequences from climate change, Au Ko Tuvalu rips news straight from the headlines, showcasing the reality of the country’s plight in a bittersweet, poignant and affecting new play.
The Wind in the Willows Auditions
Published: 20/08/2019
The Court Theatre will stage a production of The Wind in the Willows at the end of 2019 and are inviting auditions for this process.
Pasifika Myths Reborn for Theatrical Schools Tour
Published: 19/08/2019
Māui is making his way into Primary Schools across Canterbury in The Court Theatre’s latest touring show, O Le Malaga Fa’a’Atua (The Journey of the Gods).
Award Winning Director Returns Home for Court Theatre Comedy
Published: 13/08/2019
After directing work around the world, Churchill Fellow Anthea Williams is returning to Christchurch for her Court Theatre debut in homegrown comedy, The Pink Hammer.
Director's Chat: Dan Bain Discusses The Arsonists
Published: 11/08/2019
Back in 2017, Dan Bain fell in love with The Arsonists and knew he had to direct this blazing drama. During rehearsals, he sat down to discuss his production and the personal connection he has with the story.