We are independently owned and are proud to be the home of Stagecraft Theatre School, Hamilton Playbox and Hamilton Musical Theatre | Te Pouhere Puuoro Puuwhakaari. Over 3500 people use our venue each year - mostly locally produced and cast productions but also some touring and international performances. We also provide a theatre school on site, 'Stagecraft', in partnership with Trust Waikato. Ev
ery afternoon of the week during term time there are students of all ages on site learning a range of theatrical skills, culminating in a performance around September each year. Our two resident societies, who are based at Riverlea, produce regular musical theatre (Hamilton Musical Theatre) and plays ranging from light comedy to thought-provoking dramas and everything in between (Hamilton Playbox). Other regular users include the Scouts for their Gang Shows and the Hamilton Competitions Society for their annual events. We also have a wardrobe hire service and are proud to offer a wide range of costumes for hire to the public at very reasonable prices. If you are looking for a venue for classes or performances, or wanting to hire a costume for your next party, give us a call.
