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The Court Theatre

Bernard St, off Lincoln Road, Christchurch 8024, New Zealand
03 963 0870
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Ranked #1 of 125 attractions in Christchurch
Type: Theatres
Most recent review
- 22 May 2013
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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43 reviews 43 reviews
11 attraction reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

We saw August in Osage County here and felt we were apart of rather than an observer to this powerful piece of theatre such was the sense of inclusion created by the seating, lighting and set design. The entrance to the theatre with its container bar was a great space to meet friends and have a wine. This Theatre is... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We have been to a few performances for the kids at the court theatre that are put on during the school holidays and the kids are always excited and keen to go. You can select your own seats, we are often towards the back and you can see and hear perfectly. Shows are often funny for kids and adults alike.... More

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Mill Valley, California
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41 reviews 41 reviews
20 attraction reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Went to see The Women and loved seeing how the theater had been rebuilt. Very comfortable and no bad seats. Acoustics were great as well. Very creative styling and neat location. Very near our favorite restaurant, Peddlepushers.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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25 reviews 25 reviews
3 attraction reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We love coming to the Court Theatre in it's new location. Parking is a breeze, even when running late. The ambience of the entrance is lovely, very inviting. The staff very pleasant and toilets nice. Thanks for entertaining us.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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7 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

This picture is pre-earthquake and the Court theatre now has a new venue with easier parking. The theatre is similar to the old one but a bit bigger and more room for gathering before and after the event.

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Christchurch New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Love the place always a pleasure to go there Great value for money Christchurch's little treasure If you are visiting do go and the childrens show in the holidays always great

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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51 reviews 51 reviews
8 attraction reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This is a great venue. Perfectly demonstrates real innovation. I for one am in no hurry for it to move. Easy to get to, great parking, good bar area, good bathrooms and airy, spacious feeling theatre. Go,go, go and support our local art scene.

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Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

It is amazing what you can do with a smaller area. Saw Oliver there years ago and was gobsmacked with the professionalism of the place. Great show too.

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Christchurch
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

The Court in its new Addington site is indeed a great Playhouse and an example of ingenuity to overcome earthquake effects. The seating is comfortable, intimate and acoustics are excellent. Bar facilities cope well with demand surges. Car parking is easy. This is a good professional theatre.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

Sad to loose previous historic location but the Shed has a different new vibrancy. More room and great before and interval facilities. Wish we could afford to go more often - they bring stunning/ funny/ challenging plays to enjoy. The actors are amazing in their depth of skill to cover the different genres. Compfy seating, good accoustics and us Cantabs... More

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