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Visiting St James Theatre Wellington: what to know before you go
77-87 Courtenay Pl, 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
St James Theatre Wellington is a theatre building in Wellington, open since 1912.
Of the 9 upcoming shows with a published time, 44% start at 20:00 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Sunday and Monday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 3 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop and Train); the nearest is Awanui Labs - Courtenay Place, 60 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Opened
- 1912
- Address
- 77-87 Courtenay Pl, 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
- Upcoming events
- 12
- Usual start time
- 20:00
- Busiest days
- Sunday, Monday
St James Theatre Wellington, month by month
- November 20263 dates, including Jesus Christ Superstar, Sir El Tom and Dara Ó Briain
- December 20261 date, including Come Together - Big End of Year Bash 2026 - Festival Anthems
- January 20271 date, including An Evening With David Sedaris
- February 20272 dates, including Shen Yun 2027 and Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change!
- March 20272 dates, including ABC and Kevin Bridges
- April 20271 date, including The Traveling Wilburys Collection
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Comedy (4), Plays & Musicals (3), Dance (2), Concerts (2) and Festivals (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Awanui Labs - Courtenay PlaceBus stop60 m
1 min walk - Te Aro Railway StationTrain240 m
3 min walk - Wellington Train StationTrain380 m
5 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 150 m from the venue.
Next events at St James Theatre Wellington
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St James Theatre Wellington: practical questions
When did St James Theatre Wellington open?
St James Theatre Wellington opened in 1912.
What time do shows start at St James Theatre Wellington?
Usually at 20:00 (44% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to St James Theatre Wellington?
Awanui Labs - Courtenay Place (Bus stop), 60 m away – about 1 min on foot.
Can I park near St James Theatre Wellington?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 150 m away.
What kind of events does St James Theatre Wellington host?
Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (4), Plays & Musicals (3), Dance (2) and Concerts (2).
Which month has the most events at St James Theatre Wellington?
November 2026, with 3 dates, including Jesus Christ Superstar and Sir El Tom.
Which other venues are close to St James Theatre Wellington?
San Fran (380 m), The Opera House Wellington (230 m), Michael Fowler Centre (430 m) and Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall (480 m).
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