Whare Tapere Addison

Addison Theatre

Our renowned 582-seat, tiered auditorium with full-size stage.

Addison Theatre's 582 seat tiered auditorium viewed from the stage.

About the space

Everyone from international opera stars like Dame Kiri Te Kanawa to acting royalty like Sir Ian McKellen have graced this stage, alongside world-renowned dance companies, pioneering cultural performers, side-splitting comedians and talented musicians across the globe.

It's also a place where our local performers shine. From school choirs and dance studios to Tauranga’s vibrant musical theatre community. We regularly host performances that celebrate our region's creativity and spirit.

Thinking of hosting your next show or event here? Here’s everything you need to know to get started.

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Audience filling the Addison Theatre auditorium.

Capacity

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Reserved seating

582

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General admission

550

Stage

Our unraked stage measures 14m wide by 11m deep. There is ample room for sets, props and performers in the wings.

Theatrical performance showcasing the Addison Theatre stage.

Features

Orchestra Pit (12m wide by 3.5m deep, sits 2m below stage level)
Wurlitzer theatre organ
Fully air conditioned
Wheelchair accessible (6 spaces, back row)
Audio loop system for hearing impaired patrons
Multiple dressing rooms offering flexible configuration, plus showers and toilets
Large green room
External backstage access

Technical capabilities

Technical specifications (2.2mb pdf)

Full 52 line counterweighted fly system with 190mm centre
Custom-designed Adamson IS-Series 3-way system with excellent sound clarity and even SPL no matter where you sit in the theatre
Multiple sound desks, available in both standard and digital formats
Side fill speakers for on-stage play back
Pre-rigged comprehensive lighting square rig comprising over 100 LED fixtures, many of which are moving heads. Sixty of these fittings are included in the standard venue rental charge, with the balance incurring additional charges
A full range of microphones including wireless
Backstage communications equipment including show relays and stage monitors

Technical plans

Basic Stage Floor Plan (81kb pdf)
Auditorium Seating Plan (836kb pdf)
Blank Auditorium Plan (197kb pdf)
Square Plan & Patch (22.2mb pdf)
Full Plan & Patch (22.2mb pdf)
Side Elevation (228kb pdf)

Addison Theatre stage configured for a live music event.

Full-size stage and lights in use at Addison Theatre.

Get in touch

Do you have bespoke requirements? Talk to us today to see how we can help. For more information, or to book the Addison Theatre, please contact Baycourt's Event Coordinators.

Baycourt services

Use our in house expertise to help make your event a success.

Technical services

Our audio and visual staff are among the best technicians in Aotearoa and are often asked to advise or oversee major festivals, shows and events all over the world. They’re that good!

We love working alongside other creatives to bring their vision to life using our state-of-the-art equipment. We are used to working with major touring productions and have all the specialist skills in audio, lighting, theatre rigging and stage equipment that you may need. Alternatively, if you prefer to use your own technical team, we are happy to liaise with them and assist as and where needed.

If you have any questions about our technical capabilities or equipment, please email our team at baycourt.technical@tauranga.govt.nz.

Marketing

Engaging with locals to sell tickets and fill those seats is much easier with the right marketing strategy in place. Baycourt’s dedicated Marketing Coordinator will help you promote your event and maximise ticket sales through a range of promotional activities.

When you hire one of our venues, you'll receive the following complimentary marketing support:

A dedicated ‘What’s On’ listing on Baycourt’s website
Inclusion in our monthly newsletter sent to 17,000+ recipients
Social media posts on Baycourt's Facebook, Instagram and TikTok pages
Inclusion in Baycourt’s event guide in local media publications
Promotion on our foyer digital screen
Poster and flyer displays around our box office, foyer, external spaces and wharepaku (bathrooms)

We can also help organise additional social media, print and radio advertising, along with roadside billboards and other creative promotions.

Please download our Marketing Guide (1.3mb pdf) and get in touch with Baycourt’s Marketing Coordinator for more information.

Ticketing

Eventfinda is our official ticketing partner. Patrons can book tickets to your show or event online at www.eventfinda.co.nz or by phoning 0800 289 849 (BUY TIX).

We also have our own dedicated box office which is open Monday to Friday from 10am - 2pm (closed on weekends and public holidays) as well as one hour before each ticketed event.

As the premier performing arts venue in Tauranga, we can give you sound advice on the best ticketing strategy for your event and help optimise your pricing and seating plan for our local market.

For more information on our ticketing services including service delivery times, fees, terms and conditions, please get in touch with Baycourt's Ticketing Coordinator.

Health and safety

In the rare event of an emergency, we have a well-rehearsed risk management plan which includes safe evacuation of the building. If you are hiring one of our venues you must follow this plan and any evacuation instructions from Baycourt staff.

All hirers must provide a health and safety/risk management plan.

The Entertainment Technology New Zealand (ETNZ) Association also has guidelines which set out the health and safety responsibilities of Baycourt staff, production companies and any contractors or subcontractors when staging an event or show. You can read this guideline here: A Guide for Safe Working Practices in the New Zealand Theatre and Entertainment Industry.

If you have any questions about our health and safety policy, please get in touch with Baycourt's Technical Team.

Addison Theatre stage lit in coloured lights ready for performance