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Artists’ Studios Re-open at The Arts Centre

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Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre has reinstated the tradition of open artists’ studios, where the public can watch artists at work. The open studios were a popular feature of The Arts Centre before the Canterbury earthquakes.

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Social Animal – finding relevance in a social media world

Friday 12 June 2026

“Priceless… wonderful. One out of the box; a winner.” — John Smythe, Theatreview

Whānau, play and place: Cubbin’s extended Company-in-Residence supports children’s theatre in Christchurch

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Cubbin Theatre, the only company in Aotearoa New Zealand dedicated to making theatre for babies and very young children, has had its Company in Residence programme at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre in Christchurch extended through 2026 and 2027, following an initial one year residency in 2025.

Te Pūrākau o Tiki Rāua ko Tūtānekai

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Title of artwork: Te Pūrākau o Tiki Rāua ko Tūtānekai

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026

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Discover a collection of musical gems - bite-size lunchtime concerts in the magnificent Great Hall, featuring renowned musicians from classical, jazz, and popular traditions.

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It weaves together the cultural values, traditions and history of Ngāi Tūāhuriri in whose takiwā (district) we stand. It recognises the rights and guarantees provided under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and respects the mana of the local hapū, iwi and all peoples who call this land home.