The Great Circa Rebuild – Circa Theatre

Location: On Wellington's waterfront, this stunning new design is by Sebastian Bernhardt of Inside Design.

Please bear with us as we enter the final phase of the rebuild project, which will include a complete re-design of the harbour-facing frontage, as well as a brand new restaurant and bar. Stage One which was completed early 2024, included a entire repaint of the building, roof repairs, and the full restoration of our historic Eastern façade.

The new architecturally designed north facing façade is set to be a prominent and sophisticated added feature on the Wellington waterfront, adding to cities world-class food and tourism offer.

This stunning design by Sebastian Bernhardt of Inside Design, includes a ‘Velarium’, a kinetic art installation, by internationally renowned designer Kayne Horsham of Kaynemaile. Their light-weight Bio-based architectural fabric, inspired by the chainmail armour in The Lord of the Rings, is hard-wearing and will move with a wiri reflecting the waters of our energised harbour-side location.

Circa Theatre is the heart of Wellington’s thriving arts community and a leader of New Zealand theatre. Circa is artist-focused, and most of our income goes directly to creative artists rather than bricks and mortar. ‘The Great Circa Rebuild’ will sustain Wellington’s iconic theatre for generations to come.

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If you have any questions about the project, or you wish to make a larger contribution, please contact Chrissy Boulton on partnership@circa.co.nz

OUR GREAT CIRCA REBUILD SUPPORTERS

Concept art: Inside Design