For 16 years, the small but mighty Basement Theatre has been an iconic cultural beacon. It's the place where some of our country's best stories are told, and where your favourite performance artists cut their teeth. Those local comedians all over TV that you know and love? They probably started at Basement. Those artsy heartthrob performers with the shaggy mullets and aloof attitudes that you secretly wish you were as brave and cool as? Yup they started there too.
Basement Theatre is also a place where diverse artist communities can upskill and give live performance a go in a lowrisk setting. They’ve been dedicated to supporting the freshest of artists develop ideas, learn the ropes and gain confidence. They set them up to succeed in this tough little industry, they are ferociously dedicated to this work, and they make a massive contribution to the arts in Aotearoa!
But now, they need your help to ensure the show can go on.
To continue bringing you the stories you love and backing the phenomenal artists who tell them, they have launched a special fundraiser. Their goal is to raise $60,000 by 22nd November! Every donation - no matter the size - will make a difference. Click here to donate!