Live @ Orange Saxy Time Bar

live music venue — Ferrymead · Christchurch

About Live @ Orange Saxy Time Bar

The page found for this listing is Orange Recording Studios, a recording studio in Ōtautahi Christchurch, led by Head Engineer Thom O'Connor. The studio's own content makes clear that live events are no longer held at this Ferrymead address — as of 2019, live recordings and shows moved into town to the studio's sister project, Little Andromeda, where bands, comedy, improv and music acts now perform. At Orange itself, live events are now self-organised by bands who book the studio directly, rather than run as public shows.

Given the page describes a recording studio rather than an operating live music bar, details specific to a "bar" concept weren't available — what follows reflects the studio's own content.

Orange Recording Studios: A Ferrymead Studio, Not a Current Live Venue

The site behind this listing is Orange Recording Studios, based in Ferrymead, Christchurch, and run by Head Engineer Thom O'Connor. While the listing name points to live shows and a bar, the studio's own pages make clear that public live events no longer take place at this address.

A recording studio first

Orange Recording Studios' content centres on recording services rather than a bar or public venue. Bands can book the studio, and live events there are now self-organised — booked directly by bands for their own use — rather than run as scheduled public gigs.

Where the live shows went

As of 2019, Orange moved most of its live recordings and public shows into town to its sister project, Little Andromeda. That venue now hosts several shows a week, spanning theatre, comedy, improv comedy and music, including long-running Orange regulars like Dungeons & Comedians. Anyone looking for live shows connected to Orange is directed to Little Andromeda's site and mailing list rather than to the Ferrymead studio.

Getting there

For those visiting the studio itself, Orange notes that the P bus runs straight from town (and originates at the airport), and the 140 bus is also an option. For anyone travelling further, the studio links to nearby accommodation options.

Getting in touch

Orange Recording Studios can be reached through Head Engineer Thom O'Connor by phone or email, with a physical address in Ferrymead and a separate postal address in Woolston.

A note on this listing

Because the content available describes Orange Recording Studios rather than an active bar or live venue, this listing reflects the studio as it currently operates — a recording space rather than a nightly live music bar.

Frequently asked questions

Does this venue still host live public events?
No — as of 2019, public live events moved to Orange's sister project, Little Andromeda, in town.
What does Orange Recording Studios offer?
Recording studio services in Ferrymead, Christchurch, run by Head Engineer Thom O'Connor.
Can bands still use the studio for live sessions?
Yes, live events at Orange are now self-organised, with bands booking the studio directly.
How do I get to the studio by bus?
The P bus runs from town (and from the airport), and the 140 bus also serves the area.
Where can I find live music connected to Orange now?
At Little Andromeda, which hosts theatre, comedy, improv and music shows most weeks.

Tips

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