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Basement Theatre is where urgent and adventurous live performance is incubated and showcased in central Auckland. Since opening in 2008, we have hosted over 1,500 productions across our two performance spaces: the downstairs Theatre and the upstairs Studio.
Our programming spans theatre, dance, poetry, visual art, comedy, and music, with the vast majority created by local artists and vital voice communities. We also offer artist development programmes and affordable rehearsal facilities.
Our bar is tucked neatly down the hill by the car park, welcoming showgoers and neighbours alike. Every dollar spent at the bar goes straight back into supporting independent artists on our stages.
Links
Basement Store
Browse merchandise and goods supporting the theatre.
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Past Shows
Explore previous seasons and productions staged at Basement.
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Artist Handbook
Key guides, venue specs, and resources for theatremakers.
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FAQs
We are located at the bottom of Greys Avenue in the Auckland CBD, just to the right before entering the Civic underground car park. Numerous bus routes stop within a five-minute walk, and bike racks are available nearby outside the Civic car park.
Shows enforce a lockout once the performance starts. If you are running late, contact us ahead of time and our front of house team can often hold the doors for a few minutes so you do not miss out.
Yes. Our bar is open to everyone from 5:30pm until late, Tuesday through Saturday, serving local craft beer, wine, non-alcoholic options, toasties, and theatre snacks.
The ground-floor bar, foyer, and main Theatre are fully wheelchair accessible via an automatic lift outside. The Studio is upstairs via 17 steep stairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Doors open 15 minutes early for guests with specific seating requirements.