Built
Simon Devitt
A world-class, sustainable theatre, The Court is a fully integrated production house with a 379-seat main playhouse, a 130–150-seat studio theatre, workshops, and in-house creative facilities.
A world-class, sustainable theatre, The Court is a fully integrated production house with a 379-seat main playhouse, a 130–150-seat studio theatre, workshops, and in-house creative facilities. Purpose-built for creativity and collaboration, it unites performance, production, and community within a single space. Designed with openness and sustainability at its core, The Court celebrates the craft of theatre-making while standing as a cultural landmark and a powerful symbol of regeneration in Christchurch’s vibrant, revitalised arts precinct.
Project information
Status
Built
Borough
* N/A Outside of London
Size
3700 sq m
Completion
April 2025
Location
FQ4V+H7 Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Team Credits
Architect
Haworth Tompkins
Architect
Athfield Architects
Client
Christchurch City Council / The Court Theatre
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Last updated on
13/11/2025
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