Fortune Theatre, Professional theatre company in Dunedin, New Zealand.
The Fortune Theatre operated in a converted Methodist church building with two performance spaces, featuring a main auditorium for 230 people and a smaller studio space.
Founded in 1973 by David Carnegie and Huntly Eliott, the theatre company initially performed at the Otago Cine Club before moving to Stuart Street in 1978.
Throughout its 45-year run, the theatre produced 407 main stage shows, including 42 world premieres from New Zealand playwrights, selling over 750,000 tickets.
The theatre ceased operations in May 2018 due to financial difficulties, leading to discussions about the building's future use and the need for a new performance venue.
The theatre's production of 'Four Flat Whites in Italy' attracted 6,606 spectators during a single month in 2009, marking its highest attendance record.
Location: Dunedin City
Inception: 1973
Founders: David Carnegie, Huntly J. G. Eliott
Official opening: 1973
Address: 231 Stuart Street, Dunedin
Website: https://fortunetheatre.co.nz
GPS coordinates: -45.87370,170.50100
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:43
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