The Factory Theatre

21/01/2025

Youth Arts Callout!

The Auckland Theatre Company invites you to:

• Audition for the 2025 Youth Company
• Apply for the Emerging Writers Table
• Join the Youth Associates Network

In 2024, ATC's For Country made waves at The Factory Theatre. Now it’s your turn!

📅 Deadline: 24th January – don’t miss out!

For more information: https://thebigidea.nz/jobs/youth-arts-callout-auckland-theatre-company

13/01/2025

Happy New Year e te whānau! We hope you all had a wonderful holiday break, and are rested and refreshed to take on all that 2025 has to offer!

Our team are back in the office now, ready to help with all things Factory for early 2025! Key things coming up:

- Residency applications close on Jan 20th - there's still time to get questions in before you submit, and we will be in touch with all applicants ASAP once submissions have closed (https://thebigidea.nz/jobs/the-factory-theatre-rangatahi-residencies-2025-0)
- Are you looking for a last-minute venue for Pride? Get in touch, as we have a few spaces left!
- Tickets for 'Essence Unfolding' as part of Auckland Pride are up on the website now, grab them while you can, as these will go quick! (https://factorytheatre.org.nz/)

Questions, comments, queries? [email protected] is the best place to go - Connie will point you in the right direction! Looking forward to supporting your creative journeys this year! Let's get it!

23/12/2024

22/12/2024

That's a wrap on The Factory Theatre 2024!! Thank you to everyone who came out to watch, participate in and support all the wonderful projects we have had in this year.

Our team will be taking a short break over summer to rest and recharge, so that we can come back ready to get 2025 underway! You can continue to apply for one of our residency spots over the summer, and we'll be happy to answer any questions once we're back in the office!

Meri Kirihimete from all of us, and see you bright and early in the New Year!

17/12/2024

2025 Residencies Open for Young Creatives!

He Waka Eke Noa Charitable Trust is offering 11 residencies in 2025 at The Factory Theatre:
• 10 Development Residencies
• 1 Audience Development Residency

For rangatahi-led groups or solo performers (18–34), with a focus on Māori and Pasifika creatives, but we want to see applications from all! Develop your ideas with:
• Access to creative spaces
• Mentorship, tech, and showcase opportunities

Apply by January 20th - check the link below for more details, or get in touch via [email protected].

https://thebigidea.nz/jobs/the-factory-theatre-rangatahi-residencies-2025-0

11/12/2024

We are just one day away from the next Art Walk Onehunga! Come and take a walk in your neighbourhood and visit three amazing creative spaces to take in music, art, dance and drama all for free!

Full lineup details can be found below, or on the socials of Wheke Fortress, LAKA and us - pick your faves, plan your walk and we will see you all tomorrow!

08/12/2024

Florence Hartigan is bringing the award winning 'Me, My Mother and Suzy Cato' to The Factory Theatre for the Art Walk Onehunga December event, and we couldn't be more thrilled!

7:30pm on Friday, December 13th - bring your besties down for a walk through the nostalgia of the Y2K era.

Tickets, shmickets - Art Walk Onehunga is a free event for all! That's right, free!! Spaces at The Factory Theatre are limited, so get in early to get the best seats in the house, and we will see you there!

29/11/2024

Did you miss Charles N Charge's 'The Pre Conditioned Hori' during Auckland Fringe? Where it won Outstanding Music, no less!

Did you also miss the show at Whangarei Fringe where it won the Hearts & Minds award?

Well don't worry, Onehunga - you'll have another chance to catch this award winning show in 2024 at The Factory Theatre for our December Art Walk!

CNC will bring this thought-provoking kaupapa to The Factory Theatre at 5:30pm on Friday, December 13th.

Art Walk Onehunga is a free event, so grab the whānau, and take a walk through the neighbourhood and check out some of the amazing artistry that will be on display!

28/11/2024

It is with the heaviest of hearts we have had to make the decision to cancel our holiday special. :( Times are hard and with low ticket sales, we ultimately had to make the unfortunate decision to cancel the show.

We want to thank everyone who has supported us. We will be in touch regarding any refunds/reimbursements for tickets.

Supporting the arts is extremely important, we look forward to entertaining you in 2025. make sure to keep an eye on our socials and get your tickets early!

28/11/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Calling all directors and performers!

The Factory Theatre is now taking expressions of interest for Auckland Pride 2025! Whether you're planning a full season, a one-off show, or a circus/aerial spectacular, we want to hear from you!

📧 Email [email protected] to apply

📢 Submissions close Monday, December 16th, so make sure you get in before then!

19/11/2024

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Z Waikaraka for allowing us the opportunity to participate in the Good in the Hood campaign.

We are truly thankful to everyone who supported us by placing a token in our favour. Your generosity and belief in our mission are a testament to the incredible strength and kindness of our community. Thank you!

11/11/2024

Oh, hey look! Here we are on the New Zealand Blood Service app! Are you in Onehunga and want to donate blood on Monday, November 18th? Then come on down between 1:00pm-6:00pm!

Book online, or walk in, check the eligibility details online!

04/11/2024

Help shape New Zealand's creative future.

Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage’s draft strategy, Amplify, is open for feedback, and your voice matters! Share your thoughts on New Zealand’s cultural and creative direction for 2024–2030.

💻 Complete the consultation survey or send a detailed submission to:
📧 [email protected], or
📬 Arts and Heritage Policy, Manatū Taonga, PO Box 5364, Wellington 6140

For more information and to read through the draft strategy: https://www.mch.govt.nz/publications/amplify-creative-and-cultural-strategy-new-zealand-draft-2024-2030

Have any questions? Contact [email protected]

28/10/2024

We are so thrilled to be hosting this exceptional work on November 20th - and tickets are only $5!! Bring the whole whānau along for 'Te Kuia me te Pūngāwerewere'

https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2024/nov/te-kuia-me-te-pungawerewere

Did you know tickets to Te Kuia me te Pūngāwerewere are only $5.00 each?!
Bring the whole whānau for an exciting show that will transport you into the world of the Spiders where you can help Kuia and Pūpai to save Spider World from suburban sprawl.
Touring select regions in the North Island this November.
Bookings at https://www.takirua.co.nz/