Whoa! Studios
DAVID SUTHERLAND David Sutherland - Chief Dood, Creator of Whoa! Studios and Custard’s World. In 2015, technology entrepreneur, David Sutherland had a vision – to create a space for children and families to come together through the magic of live theatre, healthy play and healthy food. He set to work transforming what was a derelict industrial site and warehouses in Henderson, West Auckland, into Whoa! Studios. .
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Why is Whoa! touted as the most exciting family destination in Auckland?
wine and craft brew list – and there’s a child’s menu suited to even the fussiest eaters.
Transformed with the help of talented West Auckland’s set designers; the playground, theatre, and film studio are beautifully detailed which give visitors that bygone era feeling that something magical could happen. Parents love The Grounds Restaurant, headed up by resident West Aucklander and celebrity chef Ben Bayly. The seasonal menu is delicious, as is the
What do kids love most about the Urban Playground? The playground has a huge spaceship, but undoubtedly, the kid’s favourite is our huge Crochet Climbing Net crafted by the Canadian-Japanese artist Toshiko Horiuchi. It’s one of just a handful in the world, and kids can (and often do) climb around in it for hours!
