The Basement Theatre, Independent theatre company in Auckland, New Zealand.
The Basement Theatre is an independent venue in Auckland with two separate performance spaces for different types of shows. The main stage seats approximately 110 people, while an upper-level studio accommodates smaller, more intimate productions.
The venue opened in 2008 and grew into a central hub for independent artists presenting innovative theatre work across Auckland. Since its founding, it has steadily built its reputation as a supporter of new and experimental productions.
The venue serves as a stage where local performers present diverse shows, from comedy and plays to special events that reflect Auckland's contemporary art scene. It has become a place where experimental work finds room to grow and local voices can be heard.
The venue sits on Lower Greys Avenue and features a bar open from 5:30 PM onwards Tuesday through Saturday. The bar profits help sustain the theatre's operations, making it a social gathering spot before and after shows.
The venue uses a Choose What You Pay model for some shows, letting audiences decide how much to spend on their ticket. This pricing approach removes financial barriers and makes theatre accessible to people with different budgets.
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