Dates and times
The season runs from Friday 15 January to Saturday 13 February 2027. Click on the show buttons below for specific show dates and times.
Venue
The PumpHouse Outdoor Amphitheatre
Prices
Adult $30.00
Friends of The PumpHouse $28.00
Seniors $28.00
Students $28.00
Groups of 6+ $27.00
Free Tickets for Children
Children under 12 get free entry to Shoreside Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park! They must be accompanied by a paying adult with a maximum of 3 free tickets per booking. For Health and Safety reasons, everyone in the theatre must hold a ticket - so please book your free tickets when you book the rest of your seats.
School or Education Groups
Tickets are $16.00 each for School or Education Groups of 10+.
Additional fees
Each booking attracts a Booking Fee of $7.50 per booking and a Card Processing Fee of 2.5%
Avoid booking fees by joining Friends of The PumpHouse
How to get tickets
Via the red buttons below
Event type
About
Join us for Shoreside Theatre’s 31st year of Shakespeare in the Park, bringing the Bard’s timeless stories to life in the beautifully unique Outdoor Amphitheatre!
As the sun dips behind Lake Pupuke, be swept away by powerful performances by a dynamic local cast. Whether you’re a seasoned Shakespeare fan or new to his legendary works, this unforgettable evening under the stars is not to be missed. There are also two indoor matinees on offer! Plus, with free entry for children 12 and under it’s the perfect summer night out for families.
Grab your tickets and be part of the magic that is Shakespeare in the Park!
Macbeth
Directed by Steph Curtis
Ambition and desire. Destiny and prophecy. The gritty underworld of sectarian Scotland comes into sharp focus in this production of Macbeth. Set in a modern-day pub, this is the Bard’s classic tragedy, highlighting how his stories are always relevant.
The Winter’s Tale
Directed by Max Easey
The Winter’s Tale tells the story of a young princess who is lost and then found over the course of 16 years. The play shifts from tragedy to comedy, from betrayal and plots of murder to farmland festivals and unexpected reunions. And famous for its iconic stage direction: “Exit, pursued by a bear”.
PLEASE NOTE: If the weather is bad, the show gets moved inside; it does not get cancelled.
School or Education Groups
Tickets are just $16.00 each for School or Education Groups of 10 or more people.
SHOW INFORMATION
Runtime
Each show runs about 2.5-3 hours, with an interval. Check back here closer to the season for updated runtimes!
Age Recommendation
All ages welcome.
Advisory
About The PumpHouse Outdoor Amphitheatre
Apart from the two indoor matinees, this show is being performed in our enchanting Outdoor Amphitheatre. The Amphitheatre is general admission, so you can’t pre-book a specific seat or area.
Be prepared for the ever-changing weather conditions in Aotearoa. We recommend bringing along sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, mozzie spray, and a warm jacket just in case.
We provide small, thin cushions for extra comfort; however, you are welcome to bring your own! You can also bring a flat-base/no leg ‘festival chair’ like the one pictured below. You can find these chairs at places like Kmart, Bunnings and Mitre10. These are extra handy to have if you come to other events in our Amphitheatre, like the annual Shakespeare in the Park!
Presented By
Shoreside Theatre is a North Shore institution. You’ll be treated to sumptuous costumes, creative production design and passionate performances by a talented troop of local actors.
We endeavour to put on creative, fresh and exciting theatre with a community-based cast and crew.
Originally established in 1976 as Milford Playhouse Incorporated, our commitment to producing high quality community theatre has never faltered. Our aim is to bring audiences into the action, whether it be our season of Shakespeare in the Park, the annual Agatha Christie whodunit or our One Act Plays.