The Beacons are Lit: A Night With Wētā Workshop

Join us at The Roxy Cinema, in Miramar, Wellington, for a special screening of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King with special guests and Wētā Workshop founders Richard Taylor and Tania Rodger.

Strap on your hobbit feet, dust off your elven cloaks, and prepare to journey to the heart of Middle-earth, because Wētā Workshop is hosting a celebration to rival Gandalf’s fireworks!

This December, in celebration of the 20th anniversary since the epic conclusion of the third and final instalment in the trilogy, "The Return of the King", we invite all denizens of Middle-earth to join us for a momentous gathering.

Guided by the wisdom of our esteemed company founders, Richard Taylor, and Tania Rodgers, enjoy a special showing of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, with pre-show festivities.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King - A 4-hour screening

As the screen comes to life with the grandeur of Middle-earth, let us embark on the final charge of the quest, climb the perilous slopes of Mount Doom, and witness the triumphant coronation of the rightful King. Before embarking on this cinematic journey, enjoy a welcome drink with some of our other creatives who worked on the films and enjoy a charming intermission panel session with them all.