Venue Profile

Situated at the corner of St. Stephen’s Ave & Parnell Road in Parnell, a convenient 5 minutes from the CBD, this Auckland landmark provides a wonderful setting for any occasion with its unique position as both church, and a leading civic, community, music, cultural, drama and arts facility.

The design of the cathedral blends traditional gothic with the relaxed feel of the South Pacific meetinghouse, created by the doors along both sides and pillar-less ceiling. The stained glass windows, by NZ artists Shane Cotton and Robert Ellis, create a special atmosphere.

The Cathedral is able to offer a flexible seating layout for any event. In the normal seating mode, approximately 750 seats are available and this can be extended to 1100 seats for the extended concert mode. Smaller groups can be accommodated by re-arranging seating for amore intimate experience. All seating can be removed for exhibitions.

Some of the unique features include:
• A lift which raises and lowers the stage area
• Presentation equipment including a 6m × 4m front or rear projection screen, and data projector
• 9 ft Kawai Grand piano
• Harrison & Harrison 3-manual pipe organ
• Acoustic screens
• Sound & lighting system
• Dressing rooms
• Pay & Display carpark

The Cathedral has hosted a large portfolio of successful events including: Auckland Choral Society, Bach Musica, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, School events, overseas musicians, Bic Runga, Cathedral Choir concerts, organ recitals, conferences, Art exhibitions, conferences, TOWER NZ Youth Choir, Dalewool Brass Band.

The Bishop Monteith Visitors’ Centre also forms part of the Cathedral complex. Attached to the main building, it boasts a full kitchen facility and is perfect for pre or post functions.

For further information, please visit our website: www.holy-trinity.org.nz

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