Dates and times
Season runs from Saturday 18 January to Saturday 15 February 2025. Click on the show buttons below for specific show dates and times.
Venue
The PumpHouse Outdoor Amphitheatre
Prices
Adult $30.00
Child (12 and under) $0.00
Students / Seniors $28.00
Groups 6+ $27.00
School Group $16.00
Free Tickets for Children
Free Children 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.
Pay What You Can
On two special performances you can pay what you can (starting from $5 per ticket). A great option for those on a limited budget.
Additional fees
Each booking attracts a Booking Fee of $6.00 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 a magical summer of theatre as Shakespeare in the Park brings the Bard’s timeless stories to life like never before, in Auckland’s only outdoor Shakespeare experience.
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. 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!
Sunday Afternoon Indoor Matinees
This year we are thrilled to present two afternoon matinee performances of Shakespeare in the Park indoors at The PumpHouse Theatre. Enjoy the same great story on a comfy seat with air conditioning, and be home in time for dinner.
Sun 26 Jan – The Taming of the Shrew (Indoor Matinee)
Sun 2 Feb – Richard III (Indoor Matinee)
Matinee performances start at 2:00pm.
The Taming of the Shrew
Book for The Taming of the Shrew
Book for The Taming of the Shrew Indoor Matinee
Directed by Mags Delaney-Moffatt
Baptista Minola has two daughters: the desirable but slightly dippy Bianca and the older and hot-tempered Katherina, who terrorises the household with her sharp tongue.
While Bianca has a number of would-be suitors, Baptista has decreed she can’t be married until Katherina is wed. Something Katherina has vowed never to do!
Presented by an all-female-identifying cast, this fresh take on The Taming of the Shrew brings a bold new energy to the classic comedy, flipping the script on traditional gender roles, offering a hilarious and unexpected twist on the power struggles and romantic entanglements that drive the story.
There are disguises, false identities, schemes and dreams but in the end love conquers all!
Richard III
Book for Richard III Indoor Matinee
Directed by Cath Boniface
Richard III follows the ruthless rise of Richard, Duke of Gloucester, as he manipulates and murders his way to the English throne. Set after the Wars of the Roses, Richard eliminates rivals, even within his own family, to claim power. His reign of terror sparks rebellion, leading to his defeat by Henry Tudor at Bosworth Field, revealing the devastating cost of power at any price.
In this adaptation, Richard III is reimagined as a gritty family gang drama set in the late 1940s, bringing Shakespeare’s tale of ambition and betrayal into the seedy, dangerous world of post-war London’s gang culture.
⏰ Running Time: both shows are approx. 2 hours 30 mins with an interval
Bring a School Group
We’ve got great prices for schools or education groups including free tickets for teachers bringing a class and payment by invoice. Please contact info@pumphouse.co.nz for booking details and payment options.
About The PumpHouse Outdoor Amphitheatre
The PumpHouse Amphitheatre is tucked in behind the French Rendez-vous Café building next to The PumpHouse main theatre. Access is via the courtyard stairs adjacent to the main theatre. Wheelchair access to the amphitheatre is via a path on the park side of the complex.
Tickets to performances in the amphitheatre are general admission i.e., seating is ‘first come first served’. The amphitheatre has tiered wooden bench seating, with cushions available. Seats do not have back support. If you require a seat with back support, please advise the ushers when you arrive at the venue. They will do their best to provide a chair for you in the back row. Similarly, if you have any other special requirements, e.g., mobility access assistance, please see one of the ushers when you arrive.
Audience members often bring cushions to sit on for greater comfort and blankets in case the evening cools down towards the end of the show. If the mozzies are biting this summer, it might be a good idea to have repellent on hand.
Sorry, BYO alcohol isn’t permitted under our Liquor License, but the French Rendez-vous Café Satellite Bar will be open!
In the event of persistent bad weather, the performance may move inside the main theatre. If the weather looks changeable, bring a raincoat and something waterproof to sit on. If there’s a passing shower, the performance may go ahead outdoors as planned. If a performance is cancelled, tickets may be transferred to another date in the season without incurring a transfer fee.
💡 This event is General Admission, which means you cannot pre-book a specific seat. You can choose where to sit when you enter the theatre.
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.