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Director Cian Elyse White assisted by Romy Hooper has captured the heart of this beautifully crafted story by NZ Playright John Broughton bringing together a young Maori man and a young Scottish woman in the commonality of appreciation of the beautiful views from the lush hillside of Ngā Puke in H
Set in post-Nazi Netherlands, the story is delivered through the eyes of 9 year old Thomas and highlights his perspective on the domestic violence within his family headed by an abusive Christian fundamentalist.
The story, music and delivery, takes one by surprise settling right into the middle of the heart and morphing raw emotion through the veins; simply 'taking over'.
This is a great gift to your children in the holidays when you are looking for something to do- but it's only on until July 14th so book quickly!
This is great gift to your children when you are looking for something to do in the holidays; books, music, laughter and fun! This was our first trip to a Tim Bray Theatre Company show but it won't be our last! Bookings are filling fast so I'd recommend you get organised so you don't miss out!
After years of hard work and countless rejections, Eleanor's first book is finally published.
At times verging on the absurd, this production of the Threepenny Opera (in support of the Wellington Homeless Women's Trust) is thoroughly entertaining, at times unsettling and indicative of the work's continuing popularity and relevance although the purposeful crude scenes, caustic wit and dissect
Navigating their way through the awkwardness of a blind date; where the quest for love is a combo of hopeful anticipation and the crushing reality of rejection Aaron (Jeremy Downing) and Casey (Kristen Paulse) to and fro - entering each other's zone, testing the water, retreating and retaliating, ba
This magnificent story delivers the message of the strength of the human spirit in the face of the inhumane.
There are laugh-out-loud moments but the comedy comes mostly from the social commentary and sharp, British gallows humour that touches a chord with anyone who has ever felt overlooked, dismissed, humiliated or rejected.
Choreographers Lesley Bandy and Hayz Pincheira Rowe along with Conductor Chad Davenport, have collaborated to create 'Imaginarium' a fusion of story, dance, band and song.
'The Audience' is an unexpected experience of an unrelatable life becoming relatable and of humanity meeting humanity.
An exquisite, transformative contemporary dance show.
There was just the right amount of scary to keep me on my seat and the use of lighting and sound was on point to deliver this.
Written by Roger Hall it is a classic, cleverly crafted comedic social commentary of 1970's New Zealand middle class.
This high energy, 'sit on the edge of your seat' play is crafted written by Joni Nelson who has cleverly meshed a social commentary into rollicking great entertainment that you will enjoy and will make you think.
Having been part of writer Leki Jackson Burke's 'south side' school experience I can validate that he has expressed the heart of the experiences of young Pasifika people as they negotiate their way through high school.
Director Kaitlin Spedding and Musical Director Ashleen Fain clearly understand the power of music to evoke theatrical catharsis, and powerfully present an emotional thought-provoking universal conflict that draws us into a heartfelt story.
Intelligently and meticulously directed by Zane Fleming, many layers unfold throughout this professional quality two-hour narrative.
Superbly directed by first time directed Robin Lane and supported by a young musical director Sammie Campbell, the forty-four cast members (aged from 6-16) have the audience laughing almost from the opening moments.
Chicago: High School Edition is an exceptional mesmerising show with contagious energy.
The Jungle Book is the second half of a double-feature, along with The Aristocats, presented by Nelson Youth Theatre.
A packed and appreciative house of pre-schoolers and primary school-aged children along with parents and grandparents, enjoyed the opening performance of The Aristocats on Monday, April 15 by 'Team A'.
A beautiful and moving story that connects with history and the people
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Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LIVE - The Genuine Friends Tour The Opera House Wellington (10/09-10/09) |
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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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Bug Songs Not Love Songs BATS (8/25-8/29) |
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Femmes and Thems Comedy Basement Theatre (8/27-11/19) |
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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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Les Liaisons Dangereuses The Rose Centre (8/15-8/29) |
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Garithmetic: The Maths Show for Dumb People Basement Theatre (9/22-9/26) |
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5 Seconds of Summer Spark Arena (10/24-10/24) |
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Bug Songs Not Love Songs Little Andromeda (9/18-9/18) |
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Jesus Christ Superstar St James Theatre Wellington (11/18-11/28) |
