With the support of Auckland Council, Q is proud to offer our venues at a reduced hire rate and modest marketing support. The participating companies are responsible for fully presenting and marketing their own work in this programme. Subject to availability, Q may be able to further support with rehearsal space. 

Q is accepting submissions from professional producers and companies with established work ready to present a season at Q between October 2025 and June 2026. This opportunity is best suited to artists and companies with a proven track record and the ability to attract an audience.  

*Minimum season: 3 days, 3 performances in Rangatira or 5 days, 5 performances in Loft. 

Submission dates – Monday 4 August – Monday 1 September 2025 

Q Season Support Application

Submission process 

Submissions will be assessed on a regular basis by Q Theatre’s programming team. We aim to respond to all applicants within two weeks of receiving a complete application. We strongly encourage early submission.  

Assessment Criteria 

Content and strength of application and supporting documents 

Previous track record of artist and work in submission 

Financial Details 

Up to 50% venue hire support, maximum $5000 

Marketing support up to $1000  

Total maximum value of Q Support: $6000 (ex GST) 

Box Office Split:  

First Call: 100% of net box office to Artist up to 50% available tickets  

Second Call from 50% available tickets: 80% to Artist / 20% to Q Theatre  

Example – If season capacity = 300 tickets and 220 tickets are sold; Artist receives 100% of net box office for 150 tickets sold and 80% of net box office for 70 tickets sold. Q receives 20% of net box office on 70 tickets sold. 

VENUES 

Rangatira (338 – 470 seats depending on venue configuration) 

Minimum 3 days hire and 3 performances  

Venue hire support of up to $1000 (50%) per performance date, up to $5000  

Marketing support of up to $200 per performance date, up to $1000  

Box Office Split: First Call to Company 100% up to 50% available tickets  

Second call from 50% sales – 80% to Company / 20% to Q Theatre  

Loft (117 - 180 seats depending on venue configuration)  

Minimum 5 days hire and 5 performances  

Venue hire support of up to $500 (50%) per performance date, up to $5000   

Marketing support of up to $100 per performance date, up to $1000  

Box Office Split: First Call to Company 100% up to 50% available tickets  

Second call from 50% sales – 80% to Company / 20% to Q Theatre  

For more information, please visit our website:

https://www.qtheatre.co.nz/qseasonsupport