Venue Profile

Napier’s well-loved theatre became a total ruin in the 1931 Earthquake. A new 1154 seat theatre was rebuilt and opened for its first performance on the 3rd June 1938. Some improvements were made over the next fifty years until the formation of a development committee in 1987.

Redevelopment of the theatre began in 1992 and was completed in two stages over the next five years. Stage two was completed in 1997 making the Napier Municipal Theatre one of the most modern venues in the country and with its art deco heritage this theatre is truly unique.

The Napier Municipal Theatre’s unique Art Deco heritage has been preserved with the skilful addition of modern theatre facilities making it the best provincial performing arts centre in the nation. The theatre is a model of architectural beauty and Art Deco style and its stage has been graced by international acts and local performers alike.

The theatre has a seating capacity of 993. The stunning auditorium is available for hire for everything from stage productions to corporate launches.

The circular Pan Pac foyer offers yet another stunning environment in which to entertain, exhibit, conference or simply hold an unforgettable function.

Seating 300 theatre-style or 80 banquet-style this attractive foyer is an ideal small entertainment venue complete with full bar servery facilities.

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