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Te Mātāpuna Mātātahi | Children's University

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Children’s University aims to raise young people’s aspirations for higher education and encourage lifelong learning. The University of Canterbury and The Arts Centre are part of the Children's University Canterbury Partnership.

The Arts Centre brings digital art to the Great Hall

News

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora is delighted to be hosting Personal Space, a collection of five new artist cinema works commissioned by CIRCUIT Artist Film and Video Aotearoa New Zealand in 2019.

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The Arts Centre Shop

Retailers

For stylish gifts and exclusive Arts Centre mementos designed by local artists, visit The Arts Centre Shop – purchases support local artists and Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.

Rising Stars Concert Series 2026

On specific Tuesdays

Rising Stars is a Tuesday lunchtime concert series that focuses on encouraging, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.

Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026

Specific Mondays

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

Terms & conditions

DONATION TERMS & CONDITIONSAll donations are non-refundable.

Make a regular donation via your employer to The Arts Centre

Support

Giving through my pay
Make a regular donation to The Arts Centre through your employer each pay day and receive an immediate tax credit.

What you need to know

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Admission
Admission to The Arts Centre is free. Some organisations based here have entry fees, which are displayed on each organisation’s website.

Absolution

Retailers

Established in 1996 as a professional body-piercing studio, Absolution built its reputation on a combination of a hygienic approach, modern fit-out and professional and personable staff.