Magical Tiny Theatre Venue for Performances & Parties

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· 85 Garnet Road, Westmere, Auckland, New Zealand ·
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Garnet Station

Hosted by Garnet Station

SpacetoCo Host since August 2020

World famous in Westmere for our eclectic vibe, sophisticated bar, friendly service, exceptional wood fired pizza and the tiny theatre & secret garden.

About this space

Garnet Station is a much loved local institution. World famous in Westmere for an eclectic, colourful heritage venue, cottage garden and performance space, this is a true one of a kind. Friendship, hospitality, pride and community is etched into the grain of this space that we love to share.

The tiny theatre seats 35 and is the most perfect intimate space for theatre, gigs, poetry, performance art, screenings and storytelling. It can host 50+ standing. The only limit is your imagination (and it’s tiny-ness).

Our beautiful theatre is also a perfect urban wedding venue. If you’re looking for an intimate space to celebrate your perfect day - then this hidden gem could work for you. Host your ceremony in the chapel like theatre and then enjoy some drinks in the secret garden while we transform the space for dinner and later dancing and merriment.

The hire of the space comes with stage, wifi, sound, lights, a screen, projector, trestle tables, chairs and use of our secret garden. If you're putting on a performance, then we're on hand to help with the kit.

Pricing for your event.

  1. For parties, weddings and private dining - the venue hire fee is $25 per hour and we supply the drinks and food. Book the date and time you need through this website. The minimum spend is $500.

  2. If you would like to host your performance here, the venue hire fee is $25 per hour with additional costs for hiring equipment like the projector. The bar is open before and after the show for audience enjoyment. The "party clean up fee" will be reversed once your booking is approved!

Ticketing: It is best to use your own ticketing system so you have a handle on bookings. All events go out to our 1000 + database through our monthly emails and are put up on our website so you will need to message us a blurb and high res photo.

Equipment

We have Sound at the ready:

  • 1x DI with two parallel Jack inputs, 5x 5m XLR cables,

  • 2x Mic stands with mic clips

  • 2x Audix Pro Microphones

  • 2x Quest QSA 200i active speakers, 200w peak powered by a whopping CROWN Cts 1200 Amplifier.

  • 1x Behringer X1222 Console 2x inputs SR that run back to the console Lighting,

We have: 1x Console, runs DMX 512 with the ability to operate up to 8 channels.

  • 3x QTX LED Par lights DMX & Static controllable

  • 2x Fresnel FOH Lights, 6x Floodlights with turtles (Floor adaptors)

  • 2x Par52 Par Cans

  • 1x Theatrelight Comet 6 Channel Smart Dimmer.

Catering and Alcohol

If you’re hosting a party or private dinner party in the space, we will cater this event for you. We will work with you to provide food options that suit you - either a lavish & delicious bespoke menu can be created or you can keep it easy with grazing platters or for a big party have us fire up the pizza oven and your guests can share the fare. In the on site kitchen we use free range eggs, organic meat and local produce. We recycle, reuse, upcycle, compost, worm farm and love to have fun! We also have a licensed bar serving a carefully curated selection of NZ wine and craft beer. We make cocktails and have beer on tap. You can opt to pay upfront for a bar tab or have a cash bar for your guests.

Location

We’re on beautiful & historic Garnet road in the sunny beach village Westmere with plenty of street parking. We love our neighbourhood and are a short walk from Western Springs Park, the village and beautiful Meola reef reserve, with views across to Te Atatu. Next door is Westmere Primary with two playgrounds that visiting children are allowed to use!

Booking schedule

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Extra items and charges

This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.

Cake Plating
$25.00 per booking
We plate up your cake, make it look beautiful and provide a knife, cutlery & plates
Cleaning Fee
$120.00 per booking
If you're having a party or wedding in the space, please purchase this cleaning fee. It will be reversed on approval if you are hiring the theatre for a performance
This item will automatically be added to your booking.
Projector Hire & Screen
$30.00 per hour
Use of the projector and drop down screen in the Tiny Theatre
Celebrant services for your wedding
$650.00 per booking
Verity George has been a wedding celebrant since 2006.
Stunning sharing platter for 20 people
$100.00 per booking (100 available)
A grazing platter, beautifully presented with seasonal freshly made festive food.

Amenities

Tables Screen WiFi Chairs/Sofas Family Friendly Outdoor Area Free Parking Coffee / Tea Toilets Public Transport Accessible Heater Sound System Available Staff Projector Whiteboard Stage

Suitable for

Creative Workshop Dance Drama Exhibition Film Performance Photoshoot Recording Rehearsal Visual Art Bachelor Party Bachelorette Party Birthday (16th) Birthday (18th) Birthday (21st) Birthday (30th) Birthday (Kids) Birthday Party Celebration Graduation Party Community Group Fundraiser Gathering Meet Up Conference Meeting Remote Work Class Course Lecture Study Training Workshop Family Event Wake Religious Celebration Religious Ceremony Religious Service Market Pop up Store Engagement Marriage Proposal Wedding Ceremony Wedding Reception

Location

85 Garnet Road, Westmere, Auckland, New Zealand

Opening times

Monday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Saturday

8:00am - 10:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Rules

  • no BYO alcohol or food

  • party present packaging is your responsibility

  • if using balloons, please dispose of them yourself

Reviews

5 (6)

Additional details

Host's Cancellation Policy
100% refund on cancellations up until 7 days before your booking. After that, there are no refunds on cancellation.
Parking and Public Transport Information

We’re opposite the bus stop for the 105 which get’s you to Britomart in about 25 mins and is a really regular service. Parking is free and residential. Just don't park outside the dairy next door for more than 10 minutes!

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