From Aotearoa's oldest experimental theatre, to the most contemporary of modern dance, and everything in between, Ōtautahi on stage is innovative, imaginative and bold.
Comedy
Theatre
Circus
Dance
Comedy
Good Times Comedy Club
Ōtautahi boasts its fair share of comics - Good Times Comedy Club is committed to giving them all a stage.
Theatre
Free Theatre
Free Theatre Christchurch is New Zealand’s longest running producer of avant-garde theatre.
The Court Theatre
The Court Theatre is a professional theatre company in Christchurch, catering to all tastes.
It is I – Russell Smith…
Russell Smith is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Count Homogenized in the children's television series, 'A Haunting We Will Go', He speaks to Zara Potts...
Woyzeck – Free Theatre
Free Theatre's new production of the Tom Waits musical, Woyzeck, opens on April 14th. We speak to Marian McCurdy about what audiences can expect from this amazing new production...
Cubbin Theatre Company
Cubbin Theatre Company is the only theatre group in Aotearoa making specific content for toddlers and babies and it's home grown here in Christchurch...
Katie Wolfe on Writing ‘The Haka Party Incident’
Award winning writer, actor and director, Katie Wolfe talks to us about her critically acclaimed play, The Haka Party Incident, which begins at The Court Theatre in October...
Circus
The Christchurch Circus Trust
The Christchurch Circus Trust teaches circus skills with a social and collaborative approach.
Altiora Brings Circus Back to The Arts Centre
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre is reviving its long-standing association with circus arts, partnering with an exciting new tenant in the former gymnasium.
Dance
Dancing to Her Own Tune – Fleur de Thier
Choreographer Fleur de Thier talks about her work 'The Case of the...'
Hagley Dance Project
Hagley Dance Project teaches students choreography, technique and performance skills in modern dance.
Southern Ballet School & Theatre
Southern Ballet has trained generations of students who have achieved distinction in their careers as dancers, performing in New Zealand and internationally to principal status.
Jolt Dance Company
Jolt is an inclusive dance company based in Ōtautahi. We offer dance training, workshops, performances and teacher training for and by people with intellectual disabilities.
Finding Light – Fleur de Thier’s Unique Dance Project
Dancer Fleur de Thier has a new show and a new company - The Leap Project.
Movement Art Practice
Movement Art Practice believes in an Aotearoa where contemporary dance and performance are woven into the cultural fabric of the community.
Artist in Residence | Research Exchange MAP
MAP is opening its annual residency program for 2024 at Sutton House on the edge of the Residential Red Zone in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Introduction to Māori Movement – with Savannah Tukariri
Inspired by Kapa Haka and traditional Māori movement, this free workshop with Savannah Tukariri is an introduction to Māori movement...