What to do in Wellington
World of WearableArt (WOW) An adored reason to travel to the capital, WOW is a renowned fashion and wearable art extravaganza. Explore the outdoors From Zealandia to the Botanic Gardens, serene walks and bush reserves, Wellington is home to nature galore, city-wide and beyond. Shop local Wellington’s iconic shopping district, ‘The Golden Mile’ between Lambton […]
Editor’s note: Winning ways
We have much to celebrate in this issue that, if it isn’t blatantly obvious, is serving up comfort. I am thrilled to announce the winner of our two-night stay at Elysian du Regent, the new boutique apartment accommodation on New Regent St. Drawn from a lengthy list of entrants, the lucky winners are Simone and […]
The soundtrack to memory, magic, & mayhem: Isaac Theatre Royal
Nothing catapults you through time quite like music. few chords, a familiar lyric, and suddenly you’re back in a moment: a dance floor, a road trip, a heartbreak, a first kiss, your favourite artist playing on the Isaac Theatre Royal (ITR) stage. Music connects us to people, places, and memories in a way nothing else […]
A purr-fect show: CATS – Young Actors Edition
This May, one of the world’s most beloved musicals will prowl onto an iconic Christchurch stage – and it’s bringing over 140 bright young stars with it. A jellicle celebration of youth, talent, and timeless theatre, mark your calendars. For the first time ever, the National Youth Theatre brings CATS to the Isaac Theatre Royal. […]
Court Theatre comes of age
The Court Theatre will take its long-awaited permanent place in Christchurch’s arts landscape after entertaining the public in a temporary space for 14 years. Metropol writer Cheryl Colley dives into the development. After years of planning and building, the lights in the Court Theatre’s auditorium will be dimmed. The actors for the first show will […]
Richard Aindow: Courting the arts in Christchurch
Music, theatre, dance and visual art have all played a significant role in Richard Aindow’s life. The incoming chief executive of The Court Theatre, Richard explains to Metropol writer Lynda Papesch how culture has shaped his life and career. On 23 June 2025, Richard will take over the reins of The Court Theatre from incumbent […]
Editor’s note: Creative innovation
Ironically, my first issue as acting-editor was last year’s wool issue – one I savoured as an introduction to the famous fibre and the people putting it on its rightful pedestal. This year, it’s been a delight to see the progress made in such a short time, on a local and national level. Wins – […]
Ready for a new kind of fun: Serve Social
It’s time to move your brain and body. A recreation hub in the city combines sport, socialising, and problem-solving with innovative technology like you have never seen before. Christchurch’s much-loved entertainment venues, CodeBreakers Escape Rooms and Serve Ping Pong Club, have come together as Serve Social – the ideal place to enjoy great company, friendly […]
Enriching the arts: The Piano
Your go-to destination for music, arts and events from New Zealand icons, international artists, emerging talent, and community heroes is right here. Atrue centre for the arts, The Piano plays host to a vibrant array of music, performing arts, festivals and film screenings, community and business events, and year-round education activities. One of the first […]
Te Pae Christchurch GM Ross Steele: World-class destination
International delegates to Te Pae are loving our new city. A survey of delegates who attended events at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in 2024 indicates 95% of international attendees will return to the Canterbury region for a holiday in the next five years. This is excellent news, particularly as around 50% of international delegates […]