Earthquake Update
The Theatre is closed until the 2nd quarter of 2014 (at this stage) for earthquake repairs.
See all updates about the condition of the theatre.
See the 2013 Theatre Reconstruction Report (Executive Summary)
See the latest photos of the Theatre.
You can contribute to Fundraising efforts for the Theatre (download the form)
See our Facebook page for regular updates for news about the theatre.
Read more about how you can contribute to the restoration of the theatre or contact:
Neil Cox - General Manager - neil@isaactheatreroyal.co.nz - 021 933440
or
Lianne Hawthorne - Operations Manager (+ Admin queries) -
lianne@isaactheatreroyal.co.nz - 021 0469913
Earthquake Photos 2011 & 2012
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The photos show the damage caused to the Theatre by the earthquakes in 2011 & 2012. The rebuild and restoration of the Theatre is now underway - view photos of the progress
December 2012
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Final photo of Dress Circle Foyer before demolition |
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View from Centrestage |
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October & November 2012
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Christchurch CBD from the air October 2012 |
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ITR Facade November 2012 |
September 2012
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Junk in Orchestra Pit after Stage Removal |
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ITR surrounding area |
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West Wall partial demolition Aug 2012 |
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Aerial shot showing deconstruction of the auditorium area, between the stage and foyers |
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View from Gloucester St looking into stage with Dome suspended on flytower |
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Chief Executive Neil Cox and facade |
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July 2012
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Scaffolding on the Theatre |
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The Eastern End of the Theatre |
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Saved plaster mouldings |
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The team that brought down the Dome |
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Plaster Damage Western Auditorium Wall |
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1907 Roof Rafters with initials |
April 2012
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Theatre Admin Façade due for deconstruction and rebuild |
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Collapsed Ceiling at top level Gallery |
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Cocktail Mix Gallery bar |
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Damage to the ITR Management Offices |
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ITR’s treasured Dome, requiring some TLC! |
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The Dress Circle Poster Room due for deconstruction and rebuild |
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Isaac Theatre Royal Façade – still intact January 2012! |
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Foyer Marble Staircase, completely intact January 2012 |
The ITR survives! Photo taken on 24 February 2011, 48 hours after the devastating earthquake on February 22 - the beginning of the long road to recovery...