Another great film! I grew up in Christchurch and the arts centre was one of my favourite destinations as a child. My grandmother and I would often go to see the productions for children put on by the court theatere when they were tennants there and it was always such a magical experience as a small child in the late 90s and early 2000s. The market on the weekend was also always a beloved occasion for me back then too, I'd always get a treat from the fudge cottage, alongside cool hand crafted toys or a colourful beaded braid put in my hair, and I can't forget to mention the kids fest activities that would take place at the arts centre also! I went to many great events there as a part of that festival, I recall a kite making workshop being my favourite! There was also many school trips to the centre, Rutherford's Den in particular, which felt like we were going to hogwarts for the day, as they would let us dress up in cloaks and teach us about the magic that is science! The observatory was the first place I ever got to look through a telescope into the depths of space, I could go on forever about the many integral childhood moments I had at the arts centre and how they helped shape me into the creative adult I am now! It would be an absolute shame to lose such an important cultural centre to the capitalistic vultures that wish to sink their teeth into a privatised money making scheme, shame on the council, they should be proud to have such an amazing place in their city. SAVE THE ARTS CENTRE!
I think it’s appalling that our council hasn’t included it in the draft long term plan. Simply appalling. They seem quite happy to fund new projects without protecting what we already have! I had my doubts about what Phil Mauger would do as our new Mayor, and frankly I’m not overly surprised at how things have gone so far
Appalling is a polite way of putting it. I worked in demolition and one of our biggest contracts was to demolish the Lichfield St car park building that was not damaged but did not fit into Jerry's ideas. The cost to do this was outrageous! Perhaps not paying insurance and putting the money they do so with aside? Have fond memories of this awesome place as a child when the markets were on a Saturday. My friends mother sold veges there and they sold quickly. Awesome to watch this and see people are living there and there is a passion for this authentic historical place
I think we do take it for granted, as a given. It's that part of Christchurch thats always been there. Kudos for highlighting its needs. I will be heading down there this weekend to enjoy the space and support the businesses. Kia Ora.
The arts centre is apparently fully tenanted, but there must be space to accommodate some of the Canterbury Museums exhibits, which have been locked away from the public and a generation of high school students, until 2029. If such space was utilized, perhaps some money for museums could be redirected towards the art centre coffers. As it is virtually 'straight over the road', maybe the Museum could extend into it as space allows, on a permanent basis.
It’s interesting to see this. I was watching a video about Real Madrid and their new stadium, which is 100% self funding. Shops, cafes, events, multi use grounds. And god knows how much that thing cost to upgrade, something faaaaaaaaar beyond anything this country will ever see over the next 100 years. But they’ve made it work, it’s financially sustainable, so there’s hope for little old Christchurch yet.
Amazing video. Made me appreciate how lucky we are to have the arts centre
Another quality production. Thank you for the advocacy.
Another great film!
I grew up in Christchurch and the arts centre was one of my favourite destinations as a child. My grandmother and I would often go to see the productions for children put on by the court theatere when they were tennants there and it was always such a magical experience as a small child in the late 90s and early 2000s. The market on the weekend was also always a beloved occasion for me back then too, I'd always get a treat from the fudge cottage, alongside cool hand crafted toys or a colourful beaded braid put in my hair, and I can't forget to mention the kids fest activities that would take place at the arts centre also! I went to many great events there as a part of that festival, I recall a kite making workshop being my favourite! There was also many school trips to the centre, Rutherford's Den in particular, which felt like we were going to hogwarts for the day, as they would let us dress up in cloaks and teach us about the magic that is science! The observatory was the first place I ever got to look through a telescope into the depths of space, I could go on forever about the many integral childhood moments I had at the arts centre and how they helped shape me into the creative adult I am now!
It would be an absolute shame to lose such an important cultural centre to the capitalistic vultures that wish to sink their teeth into a privatised money making scheme, shame on the council, they should be proud to have such an amazing place in their city. SAVE THE ARTS CENTRE!
I think it’s appalling that our council hasn’t included it in the draft long term plan. Simply appalling. They seem quite happy to fund new projects without protecting what we already have! I had my doubts about what Phil Mauger would do as our new Mayor, and frankly I’m not overly surprised at how things have gone so far
Appalling is a polite way of putting it. I worked in demolition and one of our biggest contracts was to demolish the Lichfield St car park building that was not damaged but did not fit into Jerry's ideas. The cost to do this was outrageous! Perhaps not paying insurance and putting the money they do so with aside? Have fond memories of this awesome place as a child when the markets were on a Saturday. My friends mother sold veges there and they sold quickly. Awesome to watch this and see people are living there and there is a passion for this authentic historical place
I think we do take it for granted, as a given. It's that part of Christchurch thats always been there. Kudos for highlighting its needs. I will be heading down there this weekend to enjoy the space and support the businesses. Kia Ora.
Any relation to the band Arlo Mac from Hawkes Bay?
@@mierypesado6740 No Sorry, I work on a Mac and have an Arlo security system. 😄
The arts centre is apparently fully tenanted, but there must be space to accommodate some of the Canterbury Museums exhibits, which have been locked away from the public and a generation of high school students, until 2029. If such space was utilized, perhaps some money for museums could be redirected towards the art centre coffers. As it is virtually 'straight over the road', maybe the Museum could extend into it as space allows, on a permanent basis.
Good luck fundraising. My opinion.....do it without council if at all possible.
It’s interesting to see this. I was watching a video about Real Madrid and their new stadium, which is 100% self funding. Shops, cafes, events, multi use grounds. And god knows how much that thing cost to upgrade, something faaaaaaaaar beyond anything this country will ever see over the next 100 years. But they’ve made it work, it’s financially sustainable, so there’s hope for little old Christchurch yet.