The Regent on Broadway - Palmerston North Central
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The Regent on Broadway is Palmerston North's premier live theatre destination. Whether a concert, production or dance show think The Regent on Broadway.
About The Regent on Broadway
A newspaper report at the time described the theatreas having “been built, decorated and furnished regardless of cost” and called it “The Wonder Theatre” and “The Theatre Beautiful” and goes on... “Creating an entirely new standard of Entertainment, the Luxurious Regent will become the Mecca of all Devotees of the Magic Talking Screen because of its Compelling Worth and Regal Magnificence.”
It lived up to this claim for many years. But after the decline of movie-going a sadly dilapidated and poorly utilised Regent closed its doors in 1991. Following an unprecedented public reaction to the threat of losing not only the Regent but the Opera House as well, which would leave the city without a major performing venue, the Palmerston North City Council agreed to purchase the Regent in October 1993. Then in accordance with the huge response to submissions, the council agreed to restore the Regent to its former grandeur and modernise it technically to ensure its place as New Zealand’s leading provincial theatre with features that rival many of its counterparts in the major New Zealand cities.
The Palmerston North City Council agreed to contribute $10,000,000 to the project, the New Zealand Lotteries Grants Board added another $1,000,000 and the local community undertook its biggest financial challenge ever to raise $1,700,000 - the equivalent of more than $25 for every man, woman and child in the city.
On Christmas Eve 1997 this sum was achieved, thus ensuring the restoration work which had already commenced in September 1996 would indeed be completed to the highest standard, providing the city with a facility not only of which it could be immensely proud and which would attract top-class national and international performers and shows, but one which would also be able to cater for the community’s requirements. The Theatre re-opened to the public in May 1998.
Contact The Regent on Broadway
| Address : | The Regent on Broadway 53 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4440, New Zealand |
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| Postal code : | 4440 |
| Website : | http://www.regent.co.nz/ |
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Charlie Perry on Google
β β β β β I went to see a show here last week. I had a lovely time & the ashes were very helpful. Would go back.
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Olly Dale on Google
β β β β β I love the regent I almost now it inside out I go there often wether watching a show or preforming I think it's the best in palmerston north
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Carol Kimberley on Google
β β β β β Went to Regent with three grandies. Viewed Sing a long with Frozen songs.
Excellent voices and clever use of stage with minimal stage set.
However l consider $36.00 for one hour ten minutes. rather steep in pricing. Would really like a breakdown of what council gets. How much show gets .
.Many beautiful little Elsa's and Anna's in costume who appeared to love show.
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Charlie T on Google
β β β β β I love this venue, its my favourite place to perform I perform here all the time! The staff, the dressing rooms, the seats, the auditorium, love it all!!
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Glenn Evans on Google
β β β β β Watched the Pink Floyd Experience at the Regent on Broadway. Awesome concert at a great venue.
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joan marshall on Google
β β β β β Wonderful concert and so good to be back enjoying music. The theatre was warm despite the miserable conditions outside.
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Paul O'Donoghue on Google
β β β β β Magnificent venue; the auditorium alone is worth the price of admission. Acoustics were great (to my amateur ear) and seats comfortable. Sight lines were also good.
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Katherine βerebusβ Rushworth on Google
β β β β β This is a beautifully appointed theatre, and quite grand for a small city. The acoustics are pretty good, and a wide range of acts and performances is catered for. The ticketing people are helpful and ushers are respectful and supportive. Seating is fully tiered as should be expected.
It pays to be mindful when parking before an event as there is no specific theatre parking; you will need to find your own parking within the central city, or organise other travel arrangements, so plan to be a little early.
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