Friends of the Opera House Incorporated

To help preserve the historic building of the Royal Wanganui Opera House as a full working theatre for the use, enjoyment and benefit of the citizens in the Whanganui District. To promote, foster and encourage the use of the Opera House for all forms of performance, entertainment and community activities. To promote drama, theatre sports, repertory, grand opera and light opera, orchestral, instrumental or vocal concerts, recitals, ballet, musical shows, pop concerts, jazz festivals, debating and oratory speaking engagements, lectures, conferences, meetings, art exhibitions, trade and industrial displays, scientific and educational displays, political rallies at the Opera House. To improve the amenities, appearance, comfort and efficiency of the Opera House.