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DUNEDIN NOVEMBER <strong>2016</strong> 25<br />
Dunedin's Fortune Theatre<br />
Dunedin's City Sights<br />
Long rumored to be one of<br />
Dunedin’s most haunted buildings,<br />
the Fortune Theatre situated in<br />
the heart of the city, has been<br />
host to a fair share of supposed<br />
paranormal activity in its long<br />
history. The site on the corner of<br />
Stuart Street and Moray Place is<br />
occupied by a stunning Gothicstyle<br />
church; established in 1869,<br />
the Trinity Methodist church cuts an<br />
imposing figure over the Octagon -<br />
who knows what secrets lie within its<br />
storied walls...<br />
Home to the Fortune Theatre<br />
since 1978, there have been<br />
dozens of reports of mysterious<br />
shadows in the wings, strange figures<br />
backstage and phantom patrons<br />
in the audience. This November<br />
those phantoms will finally get their<br />
moment in the limelight during the<br />
spooky, festive farce: The Mystery<br />
of Irma Vep! All number of ghosts,<br />
vampires, werewolves and even<br />
a mummy will be flying across the<br />
stage in this madcap comedy, with<br />
a whole host of characters brought<br />
to life by actors Colin Spicer and<br />
Stephen Butterworth.<br />
The Mystery of Irma Vep promises<br />
to be more hilarious than horror,<br />
and is a great way to celebrate<br />
the silly season with your nearest<br />
and dearest. With a bar on site,<br />
dining options galore and plenty<br />
of accommodation right on our<br />
doorstep, why not make a night of<br />
it and join us for The Mystery of Irma<br />
Vep! Running from November 12 –<br />
December 10.<br />
For more information or to book,<br />
visit www.fortunetheatre.co.nz or<br />
call (03) 477 8323.<br />
Dunedin was founded over 150<br />
years ago on the toil of whalers,<br />
settlers and gold miners. Many<br />
of its early origins remain and the<br />
city is recognised as one of the<br />
best preserved sites of Victorian<br />
and Edwardian architecture in the<br />
<strong>Southern</strong> Hemisphere.<br />
Wonderful examples include<br />
Olveston House and the<br />
casino while Dunedin’s<br />
Edwardian Railway<br />
Station with its<br />
mosaic floors and<br />
magnificent<br />
stained glass<br />
windows is one<br />
of the most<br />
photographed<br />
buildings in<br />
the country. It’s<br />
also the start of<br />
the spectacular<br />
Taieri Gorge<br />
Railway journey to<br />
Middlemarch.<br />
Nearby the First Church,<br />
built in 1873, overlooks the Octagon,<br />
a tree-lined 8 sided centre-piece<br />
that forms the hub of the city and is<br />
presided over by a statue of Scots<br />
poet Robbie Burns.<br />
Many local residents have Scottish<br />
ancestry and proudly encourage the<br />
heritage of Dunedin to flourish with<br />
numerous pipe bands, the wearing of<br />
the tartan and the development of<br />
the city’s own whisky 45 South. Other<br />
local industries have also become<br />
visitor attractions including Cadbury’s<br />
chocolate factory and the Speights<br />
Brewery which both offer regular tours<br />
and tastings.<br />
The University of Otago founded in<br />
1869 was New Zealand’s first tertiary<br />
institution and welcomes students<br />
from around the world. Nearby,<br />
the Forsyth Barr stadium<br />
provides a year-round<br />
covered stadium<br />
for sporting events<br />
and concerts.<br />
The arts<br />
flourish in<br />
Dunedin<br />
which has its<br />
own Sinfonia<br />
Orchestra,<br />
professional<br />
Fortune Theatre,<br />
Otago and Toitu<br />
Settler Museums, plus<br />
numerous galleries and<br />
cultural events. Beyond the<br />
beautifully laid out Botanic Gardens,<br />
Baldwin St rises impressively almost<br />
200m to claim being the world’s<br />
steepest street!<br />
Dunedin maybe the smallest of<br />
our major cities, but it has character,<br />
charm, history, heritage and an<br />
impressive variety of attractions and<br />
activities around its streets, hills and<br />
harbour.<br />
Kingsgate – The Ideal Location<br />
Dunedin’s Kingsgate Hotel is right in<br />
the heart of the city, providing the<br />
ideal location for guests whether<br />
they are visiting for business or<br />
leisure.<br />
The central business district is right<br />
on your doorstep and you are within<br />
easy strolling distance of some of<br />
Dunedin’s best local attractions<br />
including the Speights Brewery and<br />
Cadbury Chocolate Factory.<br />
The University of Otago is within<br />
fifteen minutes’ walk, while Moana<br />
Pool and Fitness Centre is a five<br />
minute “warm up” walk up the<br />
hill! Even the beach is a mere ten<br />
minutes away by car!<br />
With 55 sunny, north facing,<br />
well-appointed guest rooms,<br />
the Kingsgate offers comfort,<br />
convenience and a warm welcome<br />
at any time of the year.<br />
BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER<br />
- Centrally located in the heart of the city<br />
- Warm and welcoming team<br />
- Family friendly<br />
www.millenniumhotels.com<br />
KINGSGATE HOTEL DUNEDIN<br />
10 Smith Street, Dunedin, 9016, New Zealand<br />
T +64 3 477 6784 E kingsgate.dunedin@millenniumhotels.co.nz<br />
A MILLENNIUM HOTEL
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