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    The Court Theatre

    144 Reviews
    #37 of 241 things to do in Christchurch
    Theatres, Concerts & Shows
    Bernard St, off Lincoln Road, Christchurch 8024, New Zealand
    +64 3-963 0870
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    “Theatre Trumps!”

    This place of entertainment is simply brilliant! You walk into a large open warehouse like area... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    gunnfam
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    Christchurch, New Zealand
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    “Christchurch's Classical Theater”

    The Court Theater is Christchurch institution. They offer everything from classical theater to... read more

    Reviewed 9 July 2017
    ArghyaKolkata
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    Kolkata
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    The Court Theatre is New Zealand’s biggest professional theatre company. Our current home is in The Shed in Addington, Christchurch. The Court Theatre aims to enrich, support and sustain Christchurch and Canterbury audiences by providing theatre of the highest quality. The Court Theatre celebrates the New Zealand voice on stage, regularly programming original and established New Zealand theatre work as well as commissioning and developing original New Zealand plays. The Court also seeks to connect local communities with the rest of the world through shared story-telling, producing international, contemporary and classic plays that engage, challenge and inspire. The Court’s education and outreach programme supports this kaupapa by introducing new audiences to the organisation through various pathways and deepening levels of engagement for audiences.

    About The Court Theatre

    The Court Theatre is New Zealand’s biggest professional theatre company. Our current home is in The Shed in Addington, Christchurch. The Court Theatre aims to enrich, support and sustain Christchurch and Canterbury audiences by providing theatre of the highest quality. The Court Theatre celebrates the New Zealand voice on stage, regularly programming original and established New Zealand theatre work as well as commissioning and developing original New Zealand plays. The Court also seeks to connect local communities with the rest of the world through shared story-telling, producing international, contemporary and classic plays that engage, challenge and inspire. The Court’s education and outreach programme supports this kaupapa by introducing new audiences to the organisation through various pathways and deepening levels of engagement for audiences.
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    144 reviews
    • Excellent77%
    • Very good18%
    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible0%
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    “recent production” (3 reviews)
    “curious incident of the dog” (2 reviews)
    “highest standard” (2 reviews)
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    Bernard St, off Lincoln Road, Christchurch 8024, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Theatre Trumps!

    This place of entertainment is simply brilliant! You walk into a large open warehouse like area where you can get a drink and chat with friends before the show. Theatre seating enabled easy and ready viewing of the stage. Plenty of ushers to help with...More

    Thank gunnfam
    Reviewed 9 July 2017
    Christchurch's Classical Theater

    The Court Theater is Christchurch institution. They offer everything from classical theater to improvised comedy, contemporary New Zealand works to children's theater, and drama to musicals. Their new location in Addington is innovative and really quite incredible. They've made the best of a bad situation...More

    Thank ArghyaKolkata
    The-Court-Theatre, Public Relations Manager at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Many thanks for your feedback. While our new location is temporary, it has been a fantastic lifeboat for us in the years since the earthquake. We look forward to continue bringing more theatre to Christchurch in the years to come and hope to see you...More

    Reviewed 9 July 2017
    Great night out!

    Four of us friends recently enjoyed a night at the Court Theatre - We had pre-ordered pizza's from the 'Wood fire Pizza' on the premises and along with a wine from the Bar all went down well!! Then we were entertained by Ali Harper with...More

    Thank Judy T
    The-Court-Theatre, Public Relations Manager at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thank you for your feedback Judy, it's great to hear you enjoyed the pizza, wine, and of course, Songs for Nobodies. While you may not be a regular theatre goer - we can't wait to see you back at The Court soon for another evening...More

    Reviewed 5 July 2017
    Awesome show - "Songs for Nobodies"

    Ali Harper is always a "great show" but she excels in this performance. One person holding the stage for 90 minutes - great backing with the technics all in all well worth going to. Had the wood fire pizza before with a glass of wine...More

    Thank Glenda I
    The-Court-Theatre, Public Relations Manager at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed Songs for Nobodies, Glenda, and especially lovely to hear that feedback on the BASE woodfire pizza too. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another night out at the theatre!

    Reviewed 26 June 2017
    Well worth coming

    It's been a long time since we went to a show at the Court. Though lacking in the character of the old Art Centre it lacks none of the quality of the shows. We saw Hamlet The Video Game and we weren't disappointed. I wasn't...More

    Thank Wayne K
    The-Court-Theatre, Public Relations Manager at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thank you for your feedback Wayne. We're so glad you enjoyed Hamlet: The Video Game (The Stage Show) and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

    Reviewed 17 May 2017 via mobile
    Great play. Great theatre.

    Really nice place to visit theatre. Saw uncle varyna which I really enjoyed. The small intimate space ensured that you had no impediments to your stage view. Get there a little early to have some pizza and a wine or beer as it is in...More

    Thank darrinmur
    The-Court-Theatre, Manager at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 31 May 2017

    Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're thrilled you had a good time at the theatre and wonderful to hear you enjoyed Uncle Vanya. We hope to see you back again soon.

    Reviewed 27 April 2017
    Consistently excellent

    I'm prompted to write a review after seeing the Court Theatre's recent production 'The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time'. It was truly magnificent. I only manage to get this theatre every once in a while but over the years I have been...More

    Thank AuntySuzyT
    The-Court-Theatre, Communications and Marketing at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 2 May 2017

    Thank you so much for your kind words. The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time was certainly a very special show. We look forward to seeing you back at The Court again soon!

    Reviewed 25 April 2017
    Great performance

    Saw a production of 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' - Challenging to watch and physically demanding to perform with the energy and real commitment shown by the cast. Would strongly suggest seeing the production as it's solid, professional theatre. Also ate...More

    Thank MobileKiwi
    The-Court-Theatre, Marketing and Communications at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 2 May 2017

    Thank you so much for your kind words. The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time was a unique performance that demanded a lot of the incredible talent on the stage and they certainly gave the show their all. Wonderful to hear your comments...More

    Reviewed 18 April 2017
    Wonderful night of excellent theatre!

    Greatly enjoyed our evening! Loved the pizza and beer in the renovated lobby area, and very cool comedy. Ropable, a new play, featured very talented actors, excellent soundtrack, and an endearing, witty script. If we lived in NZ we'd be back more often! Don't miss...More

    Thank Chelsea J
    The-Court-Theatre, Marketing and Communications at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 2 May 2017

    Lovely to hear your comments. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed Ropable, especially as it was written in house here at The Court. We hope to see you back in NZ and at The Court soon.

    Reviewed 13 April 2017
    would highly recommend

    Love coming back here. They have managed to create a great "theatre" atmosphere in a building that is far away from being "purposely built" one. Convenient location, plenty of free parking for those who are there for a show. Gourmet pizza could be pre-ordered if...More

    Thank Elta203
    The-Court-Theatre, Marketing and Communications at The Court Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 2 May 2017

    Thank you for your comments! Our former grain store theatre is certainly not 'purpose built' but it's a fabulous lifeboat for us while we work on our permanent home. We hope to see you back soon!

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