Food, culture and heritage enthusiasts are being invited to celebrate the history of the Civic Theatre in style, with a one-of-a-kind dining experience to mark the venue’s 120-year anniversary.
Dinner in the Spotlight on 13 November would feature a five-course meal on the Civic Theatre stage, with a menu from MASH Catering, a selection of Domaine Thomson wines and entertainment by performers from Invercargill Musical Theatre.
Invercargill City Council Venues and Events Manager Ryan Sycamore said it was a chance to see the Civic Theatre through the eyes of the celebrated entertainers who had graced the stage over the years, which was the perfect way to celebrate 120 years of the theatre.
“Most of us are used to sitting in the auditorium and watching from the audience. This dinner is a chance to step onto the stage, be in the spotlight and experience the Civic Theatre from a totally new perspective.”
The five-course dinner menu would feature a selection of local meat, seafood and fresh produce, showcasing flavours from across the region.
“The theatre is all about telling stories, and Southland has an incredible food story that has developed alongside the history of our city,” Sycamore said.
“The Civic was here as this story evolved, from the early days when sheep and cattle grazed in Queens Park to the transformation of Invercargill into a regional centre with a modern dining scene.”
MASH Catering Chef Mat Jackson said the event was a chance to showcase local food in a unique setting.
“It’s great to collaborate with the Civic Theatre to create something a little different, bringing together layers of incredible food and entertainment to deliver a truly unique event experience,” Jackson said.
“We’re excited to showcase what we do in such an iconic space and be a part of an evening that’s about so much more than just dinner.”
