Playhouse Theatre
31 Albany Street
Wheelchair / Accessible Access
There are three steps up to the main entrance of this venue, which opens into the box office foyer space. There are 17 steps in a spiral between the box office and the entrance to the auditorium, and a further 17 steps between the auditorium and the entrance to the bar.
The main entrance to the auditorium leads to the back of the theatre. The auditorium stairs are irregular in both height and depth, but have highlight tape on the edges.
There is wheelchair access to the main auditorium via a side entrance. This is accessed via a pathway up the side of the building, which at its narrowest point is 820mm wide. The wheelchair-accessible entrance is 860mm wide, and there is a small lip in the doorway. This entrance cannot be opened from the outside; for access, call the box office (03 477 6544) or get a companion to speak to one of the ushers.
There is only one wheelchair accessible seat per performance; please note this when booking a ticket.
Bathrooms
There are no wheelchair accessible bathrooms in this venue. There are two gender-neutral toilets available, but these are accessed through the main entrance (up three steps from the street). The toilet doors are 600mm wide.
Approach to Venue
There is no reserved accessible parking available, but there is on-street parking right outside the venue. There is a carpark right next to the venue, which is reserved for a neighbouring business but can be used for pick-up and drop-off.
The venue is located directly on the street and the footpath is in good condition.
Service Dogs
Service dogs are welcome in this venue.
Contact
If you have any questions about the accessibility of this venue, please contact playhousedunedin@gmail.com or reach out on Facebook Messenger (The Playhouse Theatre).
For access to the wheelchair entrance before a show, call the box office on (03) 477 6544—but please note this phone is not monitored outside of show times.
Events this Year
Tama Alexander: Breatha
Comedian Tama Alexander tells tales from his second year at university in the sequel to his critically acclaimed show "Fresher"
Price
$10.00
- $15.00
Dates
14th to 16th
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Tama Alexander: Dropout
What happens when you drop out of University to become a comedian? 'Dropout' answers this question, and much more!
Price
$15.00
- $20.00
Dates
20th to 22nd
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Hine-pū-te-hue: A Journey of Enlightenment
Love, grief, healing, upon the wings of Hine-pū-te-hue, Moth Goddess of hue music and peace. Followed by kai and kōrero.
Price
Koha
Dates
19th , 20th
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Time Flies
Journey with Paul Klaass through his career as a juggler/comedian performing his best tricks and worst jokes for you!
Price
$12.00
- $15.00
Dates
15th , 16th
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Captain Festus McBoyle's Travellin' Variety Show
A fabulously fun family show filled to the brim with well-crafted comedy songs and awe-inspiring tales of the sea
Price
$15.00
Dates
23rd , 24th
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Motion Sickness
Immerse yourself in the captivating chaos of movement and emotion: 'Motion Sickness' is a dance journey like no other.
Price
$15.00
- $20.00
Dates
20th to 22nd
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
Dr Glam Presents: Alter Egos Come Out To Play
Journey through cyberpunk, vampires, skeletons, goblins, belly dance, sassy Lyra pole/lollipop, twisted country-swing and glam merged with Weimar cabaret
Price
FREE
Dates
March
Venue
Playhouse Theatre
About Us
Dunedin Fringe envisions a city ignited by creativity, where all people embrace art, culture and creativity into their daily lives.
We have a mission to provide platforms for creative expression that help nurture communities. We have a special focus on supporting emerging artists, and the development of new and experimental work.
We produce the Dunedin Fringe Festival, Amped Music Project and New Zealand Young Writers Festival annually, curate the White Box Gallery, and manage the performing arts venue Te Whare o Rukutia.
Useful Links
Our Contacts
Dunedin Fringe Arts Trust
19 George Street,
Dunedin 9016,
Aotearoa New Zealand
03 477 3350