The PumpHouse Theatre

The PumpHouse Theatre is a venue in Takapuna on Auckland's North Shore housed in a historic building structure. It contains a 190-seat auditorium, a 200-seat outdoor amphitheatre, and a 50-seat studio space for performances.

The building was constructed in 1906 as a water pumping station for Lake Pupuke. It was converted into a theatre in 1977 after local residents campaigned to preserve it.

The venue hosts a range of performances including plays, musicals, dance shows, and comedy acts throughout the year across its multiple spaces. Audiences can experience productions that span from contemporary work to classical theatre.

The building is located in an easily accessible residential area with good connections to parking and public transport. Visitors should arrive early to allow time for exploring the site and finding the different spaces.

The building retains its original pump station architecture from 1906 and holds Heritage New Zealand Category 2 historic place status. This recognition reflects how the structure became an important example of transforming industrial buildings into modern performance venues.

Location: Auckland Region

Address: Manurere Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland

GPS coordinates: -36.78532,174.76776

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:45