The Grange Theatre, nestled within the vibrant and dynamic Middleton Grange School in Christchurch, New Zealand, stands as a beacon of artistic expression and cultural engagement. Inaugurated as a fulfilment of a long-cherished dream initiated in 1996, this theatre marks a significant milestone in our school’s history, highlighting our commitment to fostering excellence in Drama, Music, Dance, Kapa Haka & Pasifika Culture.The construction of the theatre coincided with the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes, resulting in the venue becoming extremely popular at its launch. The theatre is now the go-to place for many cultural, dance and professional organisations.

Staff

Joel Tempero
Theatre Manager
Technical Co-Ordinator

Rhian Horn
Venue Hire Co-Ordinator
[email protected]

Venue Costs

All Prices are accurate from 12th December 2023 and are GST Exclusive

Discounts are available for organisations with charity status (are able to provide a charity number)

Half day (3-6 hours)

$1200

Full day (6+ Hours)

$1800

Theatre Stage 10x10m
304 seat audience, 4 Dressing Rooms, Green Room, Dock, Foyer, Kitchen.Includes projector, sound desk, lighting desk, wireless microphone/headset.

Venue Host

$30/hr

Venue Host is required onsite for the full duration of your hire.

Venue TECHNICIAN

$75/hr

At least 1 technician is required onsite for the full duration of your hire. Multiple technicians available.

Wifi & Internet Access

No Charge, however, it must be asked for in advanced of the hire date.

Extra Cleaning

$150

Will be charged automatically if the venue is found to require extra cleaning after your event.

Comms Packs

$50 Per day

Headsets to communicate with other members of your team in the theatre. Will be set up by the technician.

Staging Panels

$50 per panel per day

Panels 2.4 x 1.2 meters in length, wheels or feet can be attached, 8 panels available.

Lighting

Standard Rig

Basic warm and cool wash across the stage.Cyc lights - red, blue, green and amber.FOH Side lights - blue, red, green and lavender.6x Side of stage LEDs8x LED Motion Lights

GrandMA Console

A trained technician will be required to operate the console

Follow Spot

$85 per day

Additional Rooms

Studio Theatre
K119 Classroom

$150 Per day

Typically hired with the theatre, cannot be hired seperately if the theatre is already booked

Dance Studio
K118 Classroom

$50 Per day

Typically hired with the theatre, cannot be hired seperately if the theatre is already booked

Whare

$100 Per day

Classroom

$85 Per day

Accessibility

Parking

Dock access on Arthur Street with some parking available.
A few parks also sometimes available through Acacia Avenue entrance. No parking available on the fields or walking areas.

Disability entrance and seating

Lift available for wheelchair access into the auditorium.Spaces available in the auditorium for seats to be removed for wheelchairs.Backstage wheelchair accessible.