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BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Harlequin Theatre
I've never felt quite so transported into the realities of a convent or the freshness of a mountain or the sadness of a man who has lost his wife and is too aggrieved to notice his children. This is quite discombobulating (in the best possible way) considering I've grown up with the movie, appeared ...
BWW Review: ASTROMAN at Q Theatre Auckland
Written by Albert Belz, 'Astroman' captures a kiwi slice of life from the '80's; a heartfelt and energetic piece highlighted with humour, struggle and plenty of 'ah-ha', 'ha-ha' and 'awww' moments in all the right places....
BWW Review: A MAN OF GOOD HOPE at ASB Waterfront Theatre
This performance not only circumnavigated around my heart several times but captured it in a willing surrender of raw emotional energy.
I have never seen or experienced anything quite like it. The raw, basal emotion that was produced from the carefully crafted vocal sounds was simply incredible; dy...
BWW Review: HAMLET at Pop-up Globe Auckland
It's those feelings and desires to which we can all connect. Shakespeare knew this well - and the direction of this play presented a range of skilled and moving performances that had groundlings in front of me, and the audience seated in the bays of the lower gallery beside me, entirely captivated. ...
BWW Review: THE MAN WHO WAS THURSDAY at Ghost Light Theatre, Nelson
Pete Coates masterfully portrays all 20 characters in Giles Burton's adaptation of G K Chesterton's 1908 spy thriller 'The Man who was Thursday'....
BWW Review: MEASURE FOR MEASURE at Pop-up Globe Auckland
How apt being here just after the celebrations of International Women's Day! All feminists need to see this and those who are not, also need to see this. It is bawdy so leave the under 16's at home.
Although billed a comedy ( and it is certainly very funny), there is a great commentary about how wo...
BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at North Shore Music Theatre
North Shore Music Theatre's 'The Last 5 Years' is a heartbreaking, emotional roller coaster from the first glorious note to the last. It's compelling and you simply do not want to miss this!...
BWW Review: CALIFORNIA SUITE at Howick Little Theatre
Neil Simon's 'California Suite,' a 1970's series of stories set in a fictitious Beverly Hills Hotel Room gives us a snapshot of relationships and the human condition within 4 different scenarios. Sometimes funny, sometimes poignant each piece is engaging revealing a deeper more significant insight o...
BWW Review: 42ND STREET at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa
Leading ladies Megan O'Reilly playing Dorothy Brock and Geena Hutton as Peggy Sawyer are both powerhouses of talent.
O'Reilly certainly channels her inner diva, stepping into the role like a hand in a glove. She plays up her 'past her use by date' persona until she sings and dances revealing tale...
BWW Review: ARSENIC AND LACE at Dolphin Theatre
While this is a light-hearted frolic through a well-crafted piece, there is irony in each of the characters and levels of social commentary particularly around the issue of euthanasia. Social status, acceptability and credibility are all well represented....
BWW Review: SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM at Circa Theatre, Wellington
A thoroughly entertaining evening for anyone wishing to explore the early years of a master songwriter and an absolute must for fans. The songs are intimate and complex with compelling harmonies and characterisation....
BWW Review: DELUX DELUX at Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival
Those over 18 are guaranteed a night of raucous laughter. The comedy, the skill, the surprises, the wanton sexual overtones and the laughter, oh the laughter! It's all there in this incredible show brought to you by a line up of international talent...
BWW Review: JOAN at ASB Waterfront Theatre
Having already tasted 'the fine wine' after an exquisite journey with 'The Daylight Atheist', award-winning playwright Tom Scott's story about his father, I was unsure how I was going to feel about 'Joan', Scott's play about his mother.
'Joan' takes us on a different path and so it should....
BWW Review: THE DAYLIGHT ATHEIST at ASB Waterfront Theatre
Michael Hurst is simply captivating as Danny Moffat. Hurst didn't show us the life of Danny Moffat, he took us with him, transporting us to another time and place melding both skill and charisma. This is a first-class theatre experience...
BWW Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at PumpHouse Theatre
The beautiful setting of the amphitheatre on the shore of Lake Pupuke and adjacent to the main PumpHouse Theatre is the perfect place to enjoy a night of Shakespearean theatre. Come early and enjoy the offerings of the French Rendezvous Cafe complete with bar facilities. Bring your own cushions and ...
BWW Feature: DOLPHIN THEATRE AWARDS NIGHT at Dolphin Theatre
The world premiere of emerging playwright Richard De Luca's 'Death of a Dream' has certainly paid off for Dolphin Theatre's Committee as it took out an array of awards including Best Production, Best Female Lead Role, Best Supporting Female, Best Supporting Male and Best character male at their ...
BWW Review: IF/THEN at Gryphon Theatre
We've all spent time wondering about the little 'what ifs' - how would our lives be changed, if we had made our decisions a little differently? The musical If/Then, by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt, explores one woman's fascination with the road not taken. Boasting a small but mighty cast, the Wellingto...
BWW Review: NELL GWYNN at Dolphin Theatre
Director Syd Mannion and his team have encapsulated the essence of what this story is about and this is the crucial success of this production.
The characters are sensationally played; they are charismatic, exquisitely presented in delicious period costume and the story is supported with a craftil...
BWW Review: SHORTLAND STREET THE MUSICAL at ASB Waterfront Theatre
Shortland St the Musical. Was that a sharp intake of breath? What madness is this? At least, that was my reaction when I first heard that this show was being developed into a full-length musical comedy. I have seen little bits and pieces of the long-running soap, but I never really recognised what m...
BWW Review: BIG FISH at Off Broadway Theatre
I was intrigued to see how the producers would breathe life into this and they have crafted a show that takes you on a bittersweet journey that is incredibly moving. And yes....you will cry. I am slightly annoyed at them for making me cry in public, I like to keep up my tough guy reputation...but ...
BWW Review: I'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU at Howick Little Theatre
Howick Little Theatre's production of I'll Leave It to You successfully transports the audience back to another time with a sublime attention to detail of every aspect of the production. The full house on Opening Night was treated to a hilarious farce encased in a visually authentic wrapping of supe...
BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa
The much-loved characters of yesteryear are brought to life in this resplendent production that more than pays homage to the 1939 movie version of this show.
Director Michael Sanders and his team have created a magnificent production igniting the same feelings of wonder and joy that the movie ver...
BWW Review: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! Silly Spoof Delights Newtown
Bud and Doug have achieved the dream of many a musical theatre fan - they have written their own show. They have poured blood, sweat, and tears into their story, and they are here in the Newtown Community Centre to pitch their work to their eager audience. And of course, a fair bit of sweat comes wi...
BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MR TOM at Dolphin Theatre Onehunga
Dolphin Theatre's production of 'Goodnight Mr Tom' is a beautifully orchestrated piece of theatre and it is difficult to reconcile that the set, special effects and performances of almost all cast members are not that of a professional company....
Videos
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Jesus Christ Superstar St James Theatre Wellington (11/18-11/28) |
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Judy''s Encore Bruce Mason Centre (8/09-8/09) |
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Defending the Caveman Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre (7/31-8/08) |
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5 Seconds of Summer Spark Arena (10/24-10/24) |
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Phantom of the Opera Centrestage (5/09-5/24) |
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Chris Parker - Take a Good Hard Look at Me St James Theatre Wellington (9/04-9/04) |
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Jesus Christ Superstar The Civic, Auckland (10/21-11/08) |
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NYT production of Disney''s The Little Mermaid Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre (6/26-6/28) |
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Tera Te Auahi Sir Howard Morrison Centre (6/10-6/13) |
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Chris Parker - Take a Good Hard Look at Me James Hay Theatre, Town Hall (9/05-9/05) |
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