Our New Seats Have Arrived – Now They Just Need You!
The curtain has fallen on the old floor-level chairs, and 69 brand-new, properly padded seats with better back support are ready for their debut.
Now’s your chance to play a starring role in The PumpHouse’s future by adopting a seat and helping fund this much-needed upgrade.
In return for a tax-deductible donation, you can support local theatre, help maintain your favourite seat, and even take centre stage at an exclusive “Meet Your Seat” event!
While your name won’t be on the seat itself, it will be displayed at the theatre, and your support will be felt every time someone settles in to enjoy a performance, thanks to your generosity!
Why Adopt?
Live theatre is all about bringing people together, telling great stories, and creating moments that stay with us long after the final bow. The PumpHouse has been a home for performers, audiences, and creative minds for decades—but none of it is possible without community support.
Your donation helps us:
✨ Keep theatre accessible and affordable for everyone
✨ Maintain and improve the venue for future generations
✨ Provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for audiences
✨ Support local artists and performances
Theatre thrives when passionate people step into the spotlight. By adopting a seat, you’re not just upgrading a chair—you’re securing a front-row spot in The PumpHouse’s next great act.
Two affordable donation options
🎭 Leading Role – $199
- Invitation to the exclusive “Meet Your Seat” event, where you’ll enjoy a special celebration with fellow supporters and special guests.
- A souvenir photograph with your adopted seat—your place in The PumpHouse’s history!
- First choice of available seats to adopt, including exclusive premium front-row seats.
- Personalised adoption certificate
- Acknowledgment at The PumpHouse
- Tax-deductible donation—perfect timing before the end of the tax year!
🎟️ Supporting Role – $99
- Pick your favourite available seat to adopt
- Personalised adoption certificate
- Acknowledgment at The PumpHouse
- Tax-deductible donation
You can pay online now by clicking the red button. If you’d prefer to pay by invoice or to speak with someone on the phone you can email info@pumphouse.co.nz or give us a call on 09 486 2386. A donation receipt will be issued regardless of how you make payment. The fine print