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TAURANGA REPERTORY SOCIETY INC., was originally established in 1936 as a non-profit-making society, 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. Over the years many productions have taken place in the theatre. Tauranga Repertory Society aims to stage at least four productions per year. It also provides a venue for various stage shows, recitals, art festival evenings. Please check our home page for our latest production information.

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 drink and a meal along with a small social/meeting room. 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. The Tauranga Repertory Society Inc. is committed and passionate about its work and continually focuses on its many successes, thus ensuring an exciting future for the theatre, the society and its patrons. The theatre is available at reasonable rates to groups and organizations, conditions of hire and hire charges are applicable. If you require further information regarding hiring the venue please contact us.

The Tauranga Repertory Society based at 164 Sixteenth Avenue, Tauranga 3112, phone 07 578 5068, is the home of quality live theatre in Tauranga. Each year the society's Theatre hosts a series of amateur and professional stage productions for your pleasure and entertainment. The 150 seat comfortably furnished auditorium, associated lounges and meeting rooms including kitchen and bar facilities are available for hire for events, stage productions, meetings and conferences. The Repertory Society 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 challenges in the set construction, set decoration, properties, costumes, lighting and hosting arenas and willing helpers are always welcome. We welcome you to Tauranga's oldest surviving amateur dramatic society!

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