We know business like show business
In the heart of the city, poised on the banks of the picturesque Avon River, the Christchurch Town Hall for Performing Arts is one of New Zealand’s premier performance venues. It is a place that showcases creative diversity and has been the stage for many of the world’s leading performing artists and cultural groups.
One side of the spacious foyer leads to the 2,500 seat Auditorium while the other side leads to the James Hay Theatre with 1,000 seats. The Christchurch Town Hall for Performing Arts also offers a variety of function rooms and a restaurant while back stage features a full complement of dressing rooms, green rooms and technical areas.
For all general enquiries relating to the Christchurch Town Hall for Performing Arts please contact us at Vbase on (03) 366 8899
How does that sound?
The Auditorium boasts acoustics that are considered to be amongst the best in the world. It features a Rieger Pipe Organ, which is both visually and aurally striking. The organ provides a dramatic backdrop for live performances and themed events alike.
For more information on the Rieger Pipe Organ please contact the Curator or visit www.nzorgan.com:
(Prof) Martin Setchell MA (Hons), FRCO
Concert Organist and Organ Curator
Christchurch Town Hall, New Zealand
Associate Professor of Music and Organist,
University of Canterbury
Homepage: www.organist.co.nz
Tel: (+64)3-3516-450
Fax: (+64)3-3516-438
Two venues that work as one
The potential of the Christchurch Town Hall for Performing Arts is further enhanced by its air bridge link to both the Christchurch Convention Centre and one of Christchurch’s largest hotels. It is within easy walking distance of the city’s other major hotels, as well as restaurants, bars and shops.
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