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An architecturally stunning blend of original Stripped Classical and Spanish Mission design combined with contemporary cultural elements, the Sir Howard Morrison Centre is a leading regional performance centre, uniquely of its place in Rotorua. When it reopens the centre will offer a 950+ seat theatre, a 300-seat flexible black box theatre, a banquet room, large light-filled foyer, recording studi

os and more. Located in the midst of Rotorua’s downtown business and retail — major hotels, shops, bars, restaurants and the beautiful Rotorua Lakefront are but a leisurely stroll away. Any post - positive or negative - made by any individual specifically relating to their own - or someone else's - nomination, intention to run for Council or election campaign, will be removed immediately.

24/08/2025

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21/08/2025

EARLYBIRD TICKETS LIVE! 🚨
Rotorua Musical Theatre present the smash-hit musical We Will Rock You!

Coming to SHMC this October, get ready for an electrifying night packed with Queen’s biggest hits – from Bohemian Rhapsody to We Are The Champions 🎸

📅 14 – 24 October 2025
📍 Sir Howard Morrison Centre
🎟️ Secure your seats early and join the rock revolution!
👉 Book now sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/we-will-rock-you-by-queen-and-ben-elton

13/08/2025

Te Tangi a Te Tūī by The Dust Palace left audiences in awe - the reactions say it all✨

Hundreds of people attended this event, and we were honoured to also welcome over 600 rangatahi to the special schools matinee - sharing this incredible kaupapa with the next generation🫶

A truly unique and captivating performance that will stay with those who experienced it💛

08/08/2025

Last chance to book! ⌛

The extraordinary cast and crew of The Dust Palace are Rotorua-bound to present Te Tangi a Te Tui this Sunday night ✨

👉 What's it about?
The story centers around a young boy, Piri, as he discovers the world of Patupaiarehe and the mysterious Bird Man, Kōiriiri – a journey of whakapapa, courage, and language 🖤✨

📅 Sun 10 August - 7:30pm
🔗 sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/te-tangi-a-te-tui

04/08/2025

Comedy chameleon Tom Sainsbury - Comedian and Snapchat Dude is coming to Rotorua in October!🎭

From Taskmaster NZ to Snackmasters, he’s now serving up an all-new hour of outrageous storytelling – packed with small-town drama, scandal, and big Kiwi laughs.

🎟️ Tickets on sale Wed 6 Aug | 2pm
📅 Mark your calendars!

03/08/2025

August has everything you need 🔥
Clear the calendar and catch one of these epic events 👇

🔸 11 Aug | The Dust Palace Te Tangi a Te Tui
🔸 12 July | Best of the Bee Gees
🔸 19 Aug | The Big Sing Cadenza
🔸 22 Aug | The Morning Shift: Is That Us?
🔸 24 Aug | Creedence Clearwater Collective
🔸 28 Aug | Heights Creative - Manawakura

🔗 sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/

31/07/2025

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is coming to Rotorua this October! 🍽️

A night of laugh-out-loud comedy, improvised mayhem, and a delicious 3-course meal.
One night only at the Sir Howard Morrison Centre! 🎟️

🎭 Thurs 16 Oct | 7pm
📍 Te Whakaruruhau | Banquet Room
🎟️ Book a table of 10, or single seats available

BOOK NOW 👉 sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/faulty-towers-the-dining-experience

30/07/2025

Massive Theatre Company is bringing the FREE Foundation Workshops back to SHMC this weekend!

🎭 Only a handful of spots remain - don’t miss your chance to build confidence, skills, and creativity with the pros.

👇 SIGN UP at the link below

29/07/2025

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! 📢
The Aronui Arts Festival 2025 program has been released! 🙌🏼

Check out the events held at SHMC this year:
📅 11-13 Sep | Atua Wahine by Wairea Company ft New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
🍃 A powerful musical and movement piece that breathes life into the ancient narratives of Māori goddesses.

📅 19 Sep | From Soul to Stage: The Journey Begins
🎤 Join Bobby Mihi Howard for an intimate yet powerful musical showcase featuring original works from her upcoming solo project.

For all 2025 events visit 🔗 aronuiartsfestival.com/

28/07/2025

Whetūrangihia returns to the Sir Howard Morrison Centre this October after a powerful and deeply moving premiere season that captivated audiences and received standing ovations. 🌠

Don’t miss your chance to experience this celebrated production in Rotorua before it heads to the ASB Waterfront Theatre in Tāmaki Makaurau.

🎭 Wed 1 Oct - 6:30pm
📍 Sir Owen Glenn Theatre | Matangi Rau
🔗 sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/wheturangihia

26/07/2025

The Big Sing Cadenza is BACK again! 🎼

Join us at the Sir Owen Glenn Theatre for the Gala Concert - a stunning finale to two days of workshops and performances by 12 top high school choirs from across Te Ika-a-Māui. 🌟

📅 Tues 19 Aug - 7pm
🎟️ sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/the-big-sing-cadenza-gala-concert

24/07/2025

This is not your average orchestra! 🔥🎻

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is bringing its first-ever New Zealand tour to Rotorua in March 2026 - and it's set to blow your mind.

Picture this: 13 world-class classical musicians performing iconic rock and metal anthems - think Metallica, Rage Against The Machine, Linkin Park, Evanescence. All bathed in the eerie glow of candlelight.

💀 One night only!
📅 3 March, 2026 - 8:30pm
🎟️ sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/the-rock-orchestra-by-candlelight

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An historically rich space first established to hold all key facilities of the town in the early 1900’s including the library, cinema and council chambers.