Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023

Your annual line-up of renowned local, national and international musicians playing a curated selection of lunchtime concerts in the picturesque Great Hall.

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Welcome to The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora.

Dating back to 1877, The Arts Centre has a rich history and an exciting future.


Located in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, The Arts Centre is an Aotearoa New Zealand landmark – home to galleries, museums, cinemas, boutique retailers, artisan eateries and bars, engaging events, stunning venues and much more.

Denise Wallace and Beau Jack Imua Key Artists Talk

Monday 27 March Great Hall

Ōtautahi Weavers, Te Rōpu Raranga Whatu o Aotearoa and Te Matatiki Toi Ora, The Arts Centre are honoured to welcome and host renowned Tohunga Toi Indigenous Artists, Denise Wallace from Chugach Sugpia

Free


Natalia & Yuri

2 April Great Hall

We are thrilled to welcome internationally acclaimed violinists
Natalia Lomeiko and Yuri Zhislin to Christchurch.


The Boy with Wings

Wednesday 19 April 2023 Great Hall

The Boy with Wings - Using puppetry, songs, storytelling, and exquisite hand-crafted sets that magically unfold out of boxes.


What's behind the door? Architecture at The Arts Centre

Sunday 7 May 2023 School of Art

An educational programme which is part of OPEN CHCH, ideally suited for young people aged 8 -12 years old who are interested in architecture. 


Keep Moving

Until 31 March 2023 First floor, Boys’ High

A collaboration from Dave Shepherd photography and Maxine Burney acrylic.

Free


Backdirt

9 March - 21 April 2023 Ground floor, Registry Additions

An exhibition by Priscilla Rose Howe and Daniel John Corbett Sanders.

Free


The Watchers

Tuesday 28 March - Sunday 2 April First floor, Boys’ High

Fascinating exhibition based on the Book of Enoch by figurative artist, Meg Maguire.

Free


Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2023

Specific Mondays Great Hall

Your annual line-up of renowned local, national, and international musicians playing a curated selection of lunchtime concerts in the picturesque Great Hall.


Art Pop-Up Store

Tuesday 4 - Sunday 9 April First floor, Boys’ High

Christchurch collaborative arts practice Anne Visser + Suzy Abbott will be exhibiting in the format of a Pop-Up Store at Pūmanawa Gallery.

Free


New Zealand-made homewares and gifts.

Frances Nation is a store specialising in Aotearoa New Zealand-made homewares and gifts of quality craftsmanship, authenticity and longevity.

Frances Nation Home

First floor, Boys’ High,

Worcester Boulevard

Open 7 days, 10:00AM - 5:00PM