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Isaac Theatre Royal guide
The Isaac Theatre Royal is Christchurch's historic theatre, at 145 Gloucester Street, near New Regent Street. It has held shows since 1908, from ballet and musicals to concerts and comedy, and it is a 10-minute walk from our motel.
Photo: Bernard Spragg. NZ, CC0
Going to a show
- Box office: the Ticketek box office at the theatre is open Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, and opens 1 hour before each show. You can also call Ticketek on 0800 842 538.
- Arrive early: the theatre asks you to arrive at least 30 minutes before the show. Latecomers may wait outside until a break.
- Food and drinks: there are bars on every level. Outside food and drink are not allowed.
- Accessibility: wheelchair and companion seats, hearing loops, and accessible bathrooms on each floor.
What is on
Coming up: The Sleeping Beauty by the Royal New Zealand Ballet, 11 to 14 November 2026, Courtney Barnett on 21 November 2026, and Wicked from 16 April 2027. See all our Christchurch events or the Isaac Theatre Royal website.
Parking near the theatre
The theatre suggests these car parks:
- The Crossing car park: 71 Lichfield Street, a 5 to 7-minute walk
- The council car park: on the corner of Lichfield and Madras Streets
- Mainland Parking: 160 Gloucester Street (across the road), 185 Hereford Street and Victoria Square
- The Terrace car park: 160 Oxford Terrace
Staying with us? Leave your car in our free car park and walk, about 10 minutes.
Getting there from the motel
It is a 10-minute walk.
Get walking directions from the motel
Questions
Where do I park for the Isaac Theatre Royal?
At The Crossing car park on Lichfield Street, the council car park at Lichfield and Madras Streets, Mainland Parking on Gloucester Street, or The Terrace car park. Arrive early, as parking can fill up.
When does the box office open?
Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, and 1 hour before each show.
How far is the Isaac Theatre Royal from ASURE Centrepoint Motel?
About a 10-minute walk.