16th Avenue Theatre
Tauranga's Premier Repertory Theatre
About Us
Based at 164 Sixteenth Avenue West, we are proud to be home to a community of passionate artists, and a home for all kinds of performance and self-expression in Tauranga.
16th Avenue Theatre is a non-profit charitable society run by dedicated volunteers since 1936, and so claims a place as one of the oldest continuously operating drama groups within New Zealand.
It is one of a few societies to have its own purpose-built theatre; constructed in 1954, the theatre has since become a familiar part of the local Tauranga community.
All ages are welcome at our shows and workshops, many of which our community build from the ground-up, and we also we pride ourselves in being a prime location for hire.
The auditorium has a seating capacity of 150 and is accessible for wheelchairs. It provides a comfortable yet intimate setting for both cast and audience. The theatre also offers bar and kitchen facilities creating the ideal place to relax with a beverage or a snack along with a small social/meeting room, available to hire for events, stage productions, meetings and conferences.
We carry with us a long history of showcasing some of the most inspiring talent in the city.
The venue offers a traditional style theatre and has a varied programme of productions by both professional and amateur companies with drama, musicals, comedies and one-night shows.
It's our goal to make fantastic stories accessible to everyone, and to welcome with open arms all who wish to be involved in our community.
16th Avenue Theatre has a strong membership and actively encourages anyone who may be looking for a creative pastime or hobby to join in with the ranks of local people enjoying all the challenges that theatre productions offer. Aspiring actors and directors will always be welcomed and mentored but if your focus is more aligned to creativity with your hands then the theatre offers many opportunities in the set construction, set decoration, properties, costumes, lighting and hosting arenas and willing helpers are always welcome.
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Email us: info@16avetheatre.co.nz
Become a member at 16th Ave. - email us at info@16avetheatre.co.nz
For information on theatre hires, please contact us at hireage@16avetheatre.co.nz
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Upcoming Events at 16th Avenue Theatre
Don't miss our final production of 2023:
Winding Up by Sir Roger Hall
A light-hearted testament to the highs and lows of
the “Golden Years” after fifty years of marriage.
Tickets are on Sale at iTicket...
Regular Events at 16th Ave Theatre
On the First Saturday of every month in the Green Room
Show stats at 7:30pm
Please note that our doors will be open from 7 pm
Upcoming Productions
2024:
March 15 - 31 "Blue Eyes" in conjunction with the 61st Tauranga Jazz Festival
June
August 16 - 31
November 22 - December 7
The following people were elected to the Management Committee
for 2023 / 2024
President: Heather Graham
Vice Presidents: Merv Beets and David Guy
Secretary: Wayne Gould
Treasurer: Vera Prince
Committee
Cynthia Dallinger
Dennis Fenwick
Joanne Cornwall
John ten Velde
Maggie Grigsby
Rob Weatherley
