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Altiora (The Gym)

Unique contemporary space

Altiora is a flexible, contemporary space that is perfect for a variety of events.

Designed and built in 1908, the venue served as a gymnasium and theatre for Christchurch Boys' High students.

Altiora is a permanent home for circus, physical theatre and performers in Ōtautahi, Christchurch and is managed independently by Danny Lee Syme.

Perfectly suited to

Performances
Concerts
Programme launches
Networking
Workshops
Private events

Key features

Neo-Gothic exterior. Original heritage features including a skylight, exposed brick walls and wooden floors
A unique central city location
4.8m ceiling height, with specialised circus rigging installed
Professional sound and lighting system
Altiora is a licensed premises and has a bar available if required, stocked with alcoholic and soft drinks
Fully accessible

Please feel free to enquire to The Arts Centre by using the 'enquire today' form - this will be forwarded to Altiora once received by our venue manager. Alternatively, get in touch directly with Altiora here.

Floor plan options

Layout	Capacity
Theatre	150 people
Cabaret	120 people
Standing only	200 people

Rates

Full day (9am – 12 midnight)	$1087+GST per day
Half day (before 5pm)	$565.25 + GST
Half day (after 5pm)	$826.10 + GST
Per hour hire (min 2 hours)	$200 +GST
Bond	$1000 (no GST)
Other	Please contact the venue directly using the link above to discuss special rates if you are a community group or have a charitable status or are interested in a joint venture event.