Dracula’s Sanctuary is coming to the Sir Howard Morrison Centre on 4 and 5 July 2025, for an exclusive Bay of Plenty debut.

Embark on a thrilling journey through the Sir Howard Morrison Centre's eerie corridors and chilling scenarios in this unmissable experience.

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Whetūrangihia returns from 24-28 September, bringing a vibrant fusion of Kapa Haka, dance, music, and visual arts to the stage.

From spooky theatre tours to interactive movie nights and a glow-in-the-dark disco, there’s something for everyone to enjoy—or fear.

Rotorua shines as the hub of Māori arts this September.

Opus Orchestra & Dynamotion Dance Troupe presents Carnival of the Animals.

Children are Stinky - sensational circus, silliness and incredible acrobatics!

Step into a World of Wit, Whimsy and Classical Grace this July.

Three free public concerts, showcasing incredibly talented young musicians from Aotearoa and Australia.

Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

Today marks the one year anniversary since the cultural expression and artistic celebration hub, Sir Howard Morrison Centre, re-opened its d...

Ōkāreka Dance Company celebrates 10 years of their most iconic work.

A fantastic opportunity for Rotorua entertainers to perform in a community day at the Sir Howard Morrison Centre.

The Sir Howard Morrison Centre is hosting a free Christmas concert, and becoming an official collection point for the annual Rotorua Salvati...

Perth-based, NZ-born brothers, are taking Aotearoa by storm this summer with their highly anticipated ‘Lush Leopard Regional tour’.

Get the whānau together for a fun day out with a Glow-in-the-Dark Disco and film screening of animated movie Monster Family!

'UPU' transports audiences across an ocean to hear the voices dealing with colonisation, family, climate change, love, sex, religion, power ...

We want to gather information from our visitors and community users, and hear from those in our community who have yet to visit.

The Sir Howard Morrison Centre named finalist in the Large Brand Identity - Cultural category.

The time-twisting 'Life in the Past Lane' tour comes to Rotorua in August

Hairy Maclary's Greatest Hits: A magical concert celebrating Aotearoa's Favourite Dog, starring none-other than acclaimed singer Jackie Clar...

The 4th annual Big Sing Cadenza features performances by twelve of the top secondary school choirs from the Upper North Island.

New Zealand's sexiest and most successful comedy of all time is about to get its gear off again, in a nationwide tour.

NZDC is thrilled to announce the upcoming tour, an exhilarating double bill set to light up Rotorua in August.

Sir Howard Morrison Centre (Shand Shelton and First Light Studio) won in the Public Architecture category.

A groundbreaking, thrilling mix of documentary and kapa haka making it a highly significant play in the history of New Zealand theatre.

Mini-music festival packed with incredible Rotorua artists followed by an industry panel for emerging talent.

Electrical fusion of live music and performing arts to celebrate this mammoth milestone event for Rotorua - Tickets on sale now!

Te Arawa has a deep connection to the performing arts, which inspires the new brand for the redeveloped Sir Howard Morrison Centre in Rotoru...

Representatives from the Morrison whānau and Ngāti Whakaue presented the new name for the centre, the spaces within and the kaupapa behind t...