Cyclone Gabrielle – Closure Notice
War Memorial Theatre is closed until further notice - due to the state of emergency.
War Memorial Theatre is a 500 seat theatre.
War Memorial Theatre features a proscenium arch, raised stage, fly tower, orchestra pit, grand piano and full technical capabilities. It has 6 dressing rooms with toilets and showers, a backstage green room with kitchenette, loading dock and catering kitchen. It’s fully accessible.
Seats 362 in the stalls and 138 in the circle. Fully air conditioned with a licensed bar.
The foyer with a field of poppies ceiling is available for functions and events.
The War Memorial Theatre is located in Bright Street close to the central city shopping area - here on Google map
Book the theatre
For information or to book the theatre, fill in the contact form at Gisborne Theatres
Buy tickets to a show
To see what's on and to buy tickets, go to Gisborne Theatre website
Tickets are also on sale at Gisborne iSite, open 7 days 8.30am - 5pm.