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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Upcoming Events at 16th Avenue Theatre
AUDITION NOTICE
ART
By Yasmina Reza
On Stage 16th - 24th August 2024
Production Team:
Director: Geraldine Broderick
Production Manager: Heather Graham
Stage Manager: Linda Campbell
About the play:
When Serge buys a painting he has no idea of the impact this will have on his closest friends. The play explores friendship and looks at how boundaries are different for each individual. Just how far is too far when it comes to opinions? Just how far can you stretch friendship?
Characters:
Serge likes art. He enjoys minimalism. He has the means to indulge his passion. He buys a painting and loves it. He is self-assured, well-educated and a bit of a snob.
Marc doesn't share Serge's passion for art, especially modern art. He doesn't get it and he is not afraid to voice his opinion - regardless of who he hurts. His views clash with Serge's and these conflicting views strain their friendship.
Yvan is the middle-man in this threesome. He is the mediator. He tries to see both sides. But he has his own problems and these come to the fore. He feels slightly over awed by the other two.
Auditions:
Audition Date: Sunday 5th May 2024
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Where: The Green Room, 16th Ave Theatre, 164 – 16th Ave, Tauranga
Request an audition pack and book your audition slot by clicking the link below
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Monday 13th May 2024 at 7.30pm in the Green Room
AGENDA
Apologies
Minutes of the 2023 AGM
President's Report
Treasurer's Report
Appointment of auditor
Election of Officers
General Business
NOMINATIONS are being sought for all positions on the Management Committee:
Executive Committee: President; Vice-presidents x 2; Secretary; Treasurer
and
7 committee members
Nominee, Nominator and Seconder must all be current financial members of the Tauranga Repertory Society (16th Ave Theatre)
Name of Nominated Person ................................................................................
Committee position nominated for: .....................................................................
Signature of Nominee ..........................................................................................
Name and signature of Nominator ........................................................................
Name and signature of seconder ........................................................................
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
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
