# Event Details - **Event Name**: Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: WAIHEKE YOUTH THEATRE FEST! Celebrating New Voices. Fresh Stories. Live on Stage. Join us for the inaugural Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival, a brand-new celebration of youth creativity, storytelling, and performance at Artworks Theatre. Over six weeks, 26 young performers aged 11–21 have worked alongside local theatre mentors to create and rehearse an exciting programme of original and developed performance pieces. Exploring acting, writing, directing, and collaborative theatre-making, these emerging artists have transformed ideas into live performance. Now, the curtain rises. Across two special performances, audiences will experience a vibrant showcase of youth-led work: from bold new stories and original scenes to imaginative interpretations and theatrical experimentation. Each piece reflects the voices, perspectives, humour, and creativity of Waiheke’s next generation of artists. The Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival is more than a performance, it’s a platform for young people to be seen, heard, and celebrated. Whether you’re supporting a performer, passionate about local arts, or simply curious to see what young creatives can produce when given space and support, this promises to be an inspiring and memorable evening. KEY INFO: Duration: Approx. 100 mins (including interval) Suitable for: All ages Plan Your Visit Accessibility: Artworks Theatre is a fully accessible venue. If you have any accessibility requirements, please email info@artworkstheatre.org.nz in advance or speak with our friendly Front of House team on arrival — we’re happy to help make your visit comfortable and enjoyable. Tickets & Booking Support: Having trouble booking tickets? Contact iTicket on +64 (9) 361 1000 or 0508 iTICKET (0508 484 253). You can also visit our Box Office at Artworks Theatre on Tuesdays from 1pm–3pm or Thursdays from 10am–12pm. Getting Here & Parking: Limited parking is available in the car park adjacent to Waiheke Musical Museum, located at the top of the stairs leading to the Artworks Complex. Additional parking can be found throughout Oneroa Village or near Waiheke Resources Trust. We recommend allowing extra time during busy events. Arrival Information: Please arrive early so performances can begin on time. Venue doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Latecomer admission is not guaranteed and will be at the discretion of Front of House staff to minimise disruption to performers and audience members. Need Help? Our team is here to help! If you have any questions before your visit, please get in touch. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/takapuna/waiheke-youth-theatre-festival/200030219633702 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, festivals, performances, entertainment, live-music, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 12 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Takapuna - **state**: AU - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: 2 Korora Road, Oneroa, New Zealand 1081 - **lat**: -36.78087 - **long**: 175.007 - **full address**: 2 Korora Road, Oneroa, New Zealand 1081, 2 Korora Rd, Oneroa, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand, Takapuna ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/959724c4a5a01f4047ef54b7523c6ea82c19d3e09fe23d4d094f4cc8cfe46c7b-rimg-w1200-h586-dc432e41-gmir?v=1781807715 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival being held? - **A:** Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival takes place on Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 2 Korora Road, Oneroa, New Zealand 1081, 2 Korora Rd, Oneroa, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand, Takapuna. - **Q**: Who is organizing Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival? - **A:** Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival is organized by Artworks Community Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Waiheke Youth Theatre Festival is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Takapuna, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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