BATS Theatre

From a gorgeous three level repurposed historic building we nurture creative talent and showcase exciting new NZ performance. Our buzzing year-round programme is an alternative mash-up of theatre, dance, improv, stand-up, and experimental work.​We partner in the development of exciting and bold performance. Through the meeting of digital and live art, bolstering BATS as a hub of creativity and showcasing diverse festival activity we support career sustainability and wellbeing for all.We’re the place to get up close to Aotearoa’s next generation of artists and creatives.With a cosy boutique bar and art gallery on site, a night out at BATS is a unique and immersive Wellington experience.Nau mai, piki mai, haere mai!