Pride was a Riot, and we want to kick off your Pride Month with a riotous array of LGBTQIA+ performers! Comedy, drag, music and more to entertain and provoke, at Ōtautahi's home of comedy for one night only! Join Habana Boobana Productions (Gender!? I Hardly Know Her, Sungay Lols) and get ready for the campest […]
Get ready for a night of laughter, mayhem and the best of questionable bingo calls.... It's Bingo B*tch! Our hosts Tony Chestnut and Jack Swallows will have you cackling with their sass filled antics! You can expect the sassiest of hosts, ridiculous banter, prizes from local Ōtautahi supporters, and just enough structure to pretend we're here for the numbers. Grab your dabber, […]
DIVA. Noun: a very successful and famous singer or actor. LITERATURE. Noun: written artistic works, especially those with a high and lasting artistic value. For one special night, some of The Court Theatre’s most recognizable faces from over the years come together to present queer works of literature. Expect wordplay, excitement, new text and of […]
It’s back, back, back, back again. The sell out every year event that takes the stage like no other show can. It’s Scared Scriptless but through a rainbow lens and yes, we do have a special guest, we just can’t quite say who yet. Quick witted, hilarious, fast paced and a damn good time. Come […]
What makes a rainbow? Join drag superstar Hugo Grrrl for a musical, magical adventure exploring the science of the skies above. Can you help find Ray The Sun, Misty The Cloud, and Wayne The Rain? Maybe even the fabulous Archie The Rainbow?! Together our wonderful weathery friends will make the mysteries of meteorology fun, all […]
The glittery, high energy, pop musical comes to Australasia for the first time in this special concert presentation. Jamie New is 16 and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant, loving mum and […]
Fresh Off The Page is the playwriting and play-reading initiative that began in Tāmaki Makaurau in 2016, and has assisted a number of Asian writers into development since 2018. They expanded to include Pōneke and Ōtautahi in 2022. One of our writers have spent over two months workshopping and redrafting her plays. Now, is the […]
Did somebody call for an ICON – what about a few? What happens when you take an iconic improv show and throw two true icons of the Pacific Rainbow+ community? Alex and MahMah are joining The Court Jesters for one special night. Unapologetically fat, queer, and proud, these dynamic personalities will be guest stars as […]
QUEER LINE DANCING For the cowgirls, cowgays & cowtheys!House of Strange is bringing you a night of boot-scootin’, campy goodness Whether you’ve never line danced in your life or you’re ready to stomp like a seasoned cowgay, this night is for everyone. What’s going down: • DJ spinning tunes from 7pm • Line dance class […]
Scattered Sound Sessions is back for volume 4! These cosy nights feature our fave poets and musicians performing in nooks and crannies throughout Darkroom and our neighbouring art gallery space! Our line up this time round features: Poetry from Ciaran Fox Our MC for the night, musician and wordsmith Deej Cooper Musician Karleshia More music […]
It's the Planet Drag you know and love, but it's back and GAYER THAN EVER! Join Tony Chestnut and Carina Nebula for another spectacular drag cabaret! Featuring a lineup of fantastic dragsters, follow @planetdragcabaret to keep up with cast announcements. Two shows only! 13th & 14th March. R18
I’m 36, I’m a comedian, and I’m about to kill my boyfriend… From the Olivier Award-winning producers of Fleabag and Baby Reindeer comes this blisteringly funny and unnervingly honest dark comedy by Marcelo Dos Santos (Backstairs Billy). A perpetually single, professionally neurotic stand-up finally meets his Mr. Right—and then does absolutely everything wrong. But is […]
Pride Bingo is back again for a second night this Pride Fest, and she’s still unhinged, or maybe more unhinged than ever! Whether you’re here to win prizes, support Pride, or just competitively yell numbers with strangers, this is a joyful, inclusive night celebrating our rainbow community, drag, drama, and dabbers encouraged. This is an […]
Introducing, Titans and Tiara's! Ōtautahi's newest drag competition! Titans and Tiara's will feature two categories: Tiara's: Drag performers with less than two years experience Titans: Drag performers with two or more years experience. This competition will bring together a powerhouse of seasoned performers and rising stars! So dont miss out on this epic night! Tickets: […]
As part of our 3 part series “circus nights” for the first 3 Fridays of March. We strive to give opportunities to emerging circus performers that haven’t yet broken out into the professional performing space yet. The event is run at Altiora in the arts centre and is a “dinner and a show” vibe. Bring […]
Big Gay Bout - pride celebration! Get ready for a night of fierce hits, fast laps, and unapologetic pride as our roller derby league brings you a high-energy Pride Themed Bout! Celebrate love, diversity, and community while watching skaters battle it out in full colour - glitter, rainbow laces, bold makeup, and all the derby […]
Get ready for a glitter-soaked dance party delivering pure joy from the very first beat. Baseline Boogie Silent Disco is back after their debut with Sold Out shows at The World Buskers Festival for a one-night two-slot Pride special, kicking off at - The Incubator Container (Cashell Mall near Rollicking Gelato), led by the icon, […]
Join Ray Shipley for a special, early edition of their beloved 'Late Night Poetry Hour' in celebration of Pride 2026! Expect an open mic, followed by feature sets from two incredible local poets - Isla Huia and Tarn Wright. Sign up for the open mic from 5.30pm (priority will be given to poets from the […]
The Secret Piano Bar Where the night leans in to listen. Proudly presented by ITR and JR Entertainment as part of Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride Step inside, turn your phone to silent, and let the night unfold… Hidden somewhere within the Isaac Theatre Royal, The Secret Piano Bar comes alive after dark—an intimate Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride […]
