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New Zealand’s Longest Operating Provincial Cinema In Dannevirke Is Set To Re-open This Year

Tuesday, 15 February 2022, 1:01 pm | Regent Theatre

Dannevirke's Regent Cinema, opened in 1919 as the Arcadia Picture Theatre, has been pivotal in the role that movies play in the education, entertainment and inspiration of communities such as Dannevirke. A ‘Boosted’ funding campaign has started with ... More >>

The Regent Theatre instals a replica curtain

Wednesday, 22 August 2018, 11:34 am | Regent Theatre

Dunedin: Proceeds from two Regent 24 Hour Book Sales coupled with local ingenuity have enabled the Regent Theatre Trust of Otago to purchase a replica of the theatre’s original waterfall curtain. More >>

Cirkopolis at Dunedin's Regent Theatre

Monday, 21 August 2017, 10:02 am | Regent Theatre

The Regent Theatre is delighted to announce that the Dunedin season of critically acclaimed circus extravaganza CIRKOPOLIS will be on sale to the public from 9am on Wednesday 23rd August! More >>

The Regent brings you: The 7 Sopranos – The Brava Tour

Friday, 5 May 2017, 12:32 pm | Regent Theatre

The Regent Theatre presents The 7 Sopranos , Australia’s most exciting operatic voices, in their New Zealand debut. The show at the Regent Theatre on Friday 22nd September will be one of only four shows, a spectacular treat for the South Island. More >>

A childhood favourite story converted to a stage show

Monday, 20 February 2017, 11:11 am | Regent Theatre

Many people, young and old, will have fond memories of reading The Very Hungry Caterpillar , by Eric Carle, with its quirky and delightful illustrations and charming tale. The Regent Theatre is very pleased to have secured the critically acclaimed stage ... More >>

Buyers be wary of secondary ticket sellers

Tuesday, 10 January 2017, 1:25 pm | Regent Theatre

Sarah Anderson, Regent Theatre Director, says that tickets for some of the Regent’s events are being sold at inflated prices on overseas websites. More >>

Treasures waiting to be found

Thursday, 2 June 2016, 2:31 pm | Regent Theatre

With just over a week until the 36th Star Regent 24-Hour Book Sale, the volunteer sorters have taped the last box of books closed ready for transport to the Theatre. The pack in starts this weekend, with thousands of banana boxes of carefully categorised ... More >>

Donations gratefully accepted

Monday, 2 May 2016, 5:25 pm | Regent Theatre

With an ever increasing number of calls coming in to the Regent Theatre from Dunedin’s generous donors as the Star Regent 24-Hour Book Sale draws near, it is now even easier for people to drop off their book donations. More >>

Sounds good!

Tuesday, 5 April 2016, 2:47 pm | Regent Theatre

From this weekend, live musicians can be assured that their music will resonate around the Regent Theatre auditorium – and stage – just as it should. More >>

New partner for Regent Collection Day

Tuesday, 15 March 2016, 11:54 am | Regent Theatre

The Regent Theatre is delighted to announce a new partnership for its 24-Hour Book Sale, with Mainfreight donating the use of a truck and driver. More >>

A Film Experience Out of the Ordinary

Wednesday, 13 January 2016, 4:29 pm | Regent Theatre

Regent Theatre Director Sarah Anderson says, “The Regent Movies are an occasion to bring friends, family, or just yourself to the Regent for an uncomplicated and out of the ordinary film experience. People love watching movies here – the success ... More >>

Best seats in the house for all patrons

Wednesday, 16 September 2015, 10:28 am | Regent Theatre

In on-going efforts to ensure all patrons have the most enjoyable experience possible, the Regent Theatre is very pleased to announce the creation of two more wheelchair seating spaces along with companion seats. More >>

2015 NZIFF Dunedin Programme Launched

Monday, 6 July 2015, 3:06 pm | Regent Theatre

The 2015 New Zealand International Film Festival in Dunedin will be a smorgasbord of almost 100 films from 25 countries, screening at the Regent Theatre and Rialto Cinemas from 30th July until 16th The Dunedin Festival commences with Italian comedy ... More >>

From reels to decks

Monday, 16 February 2015, 12:16 pm | Regent Theatre

Dunedin, Monday 16 February - During the Regent’s Anything But Books Sale, projectionist and long-time volunteer Russell Campbell will be spinning the decks to entertain and pique the aural interest of sale-goers. More >>

Regent Theatre: Want to know our secrets?

Wednesday, 4 February 2015, 11:47 am | Regent Theatre

Wednesday, 4th February - With the 2015 calendar rapidly filling with an eclectic range of performing arts, the Regent Theatre is offering guided tours to coincide with Thieves’ Alley Market Day (and Valentine’s Day) on Saturday 14 February. More >>

Mana Wahine: A Story of Woman’s Strength

Thursday, 12 June 2014, 5:38 pm | Regent Theatre

The Regent Theatre is delighted to have the only South Island showing of Okareka Dance Company’s new work, M ana Wahine . More >>

 
 
 
 
 

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