Our New Zealand Critics
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Review: SUPERIOR DONUTS BY TRACY LETTS at Stagecraft Theatre
Superior Donuts, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tracy Letts (best known for August: Osage County), is a sharp, heartfelt comedy-drama that premiered in Chicago in 2008 before moving to Broadway in 2009....
Review: NOT CHRISTMAS, BUT GUY FAWKES BY BRUCE MASON at Circa Theatre
What did our critic think of NOT CHRISTMAS, BUT GUY FAWKES BY BRUCE MASON at Circa Theatre?...
Review: THE END OF THE GOLDEN WEATHER at Circa Theatre
As summer approaches and Christmas draws near, what better time to celebrate a truly iconic New Zealand work: The End of the Golden Weather....
Review: AMÉLIE THE MUSICAL BY WITCH MUSIC THEATRE at The Hannah
What did our critic think of AMÉLIE THE MUSICAL BY WITCH MUSIC THEATRE at The Hannah?...
Review: ROBIN HOOD - THE PANTOMIME at Circa Theatre
Circa Theatre continues its proud tradition of summer pantomimes, blending classic British festive fun with a distinctly Kiwi sense of humor....
Review: TIRI TE ARAROA - WOMAN FAR WALKING” at ASB WATERFRONT THEATRE
What did our critic think of KIRI:TE ARAROA - WOMAN FAR WALKING” at ASB WATERFRONT THEATRE?...
Review: CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL at Up Stage Theatre
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Review: LIAM COOPERS KING OF THE KEYS at State Opera House
Liam Cooper, affectionately known as the “King of Keys,” is an Australian piano man and entertainer who has crafted a dynamic live concert experience celebrating the music of legendary keyboard artists. His show pays tribute to icons like Elton John, Billy Joel, Peter Allen, Stevie Wonder, Fredd...
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY ADAPTED BY KEN DUNCUM at Gryphon Theatre
Originally published in 1925, The Great Gatsby was a commercial disappointment during F. Scott Fitzgerald’s lifetime. Its reputation grew significantly after the Second World War, when it was distributed to American soldiers, eventually earning its place as a cornerstone of American literature and...
Review: PACK OF GIRLS BY PORIRUA LITTLE THEATRE at Niblick Hall
What did our critic think of PACK OF GIRLS BY PORIRUA LITTLE THEATRE at Niblick Hall?...
Review: LADY WINDERMERE'S FAN BY KAHA THEATRE at Gryphon Theatre
We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. Oscar Wilde’s Lady Windermere’s Fan is a four-act comedy of manners, first performed in 1892 at London’s St James’s Theatre. As Wilde’s West End debut, it was an instant success, cementing his reputation as a master of wit ...
Review: SONGS FOR NOBODIES at Pumphouse, Takapuna
A luminous, generous evening. Jackie Clarke becomes one with the music with the elements of voice, body, and soul in seamless accord; matched by Penny Dodd’s eloquent musicianship and Janice Finn’s lucid staging. If you can find a seat, take it, and meet ten unforgettable souls summoned by one r...
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL by Coasters Musical Theatre
Legally Blonde: The Musical is based on the beloved 2001 film, which itself was adapted from Amanda Brown’s novel. Developed in the mid-2000s by producer Hal Luftig and others, the musical features music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, with a book by Heather Hach....
Review: CRAZY LADIES at New Players' Theatre Company
Crazy Ladies is a full-length comedy by New Zealand playwright Devon Williamson, renowned for his witty, character-driven works. Originally premiering at Detour Theatre in Tauranga, the play has since enjoyed successful productions across New Zealand, Australia, and the United States, including sta...
Review: MANAGE YOUR EXPECTATIONS at Circa from House of Sand
Manage Your Expectations takes the concept of the “trigger warning” and pushes it to its absurdist edge, using sharp humour to interrogate the idea of informed consent. It asks, provocatively: How much do you really want to know? Created and performed by the multi-award-winning theatrical mav...
Review: MOTHER PLAY by Paula Vogel at Q Theatre, Auckland
Great drama has rich emotional audience connection. Paula Vogel’s superb script has been described as a modern American classic. It is lean and economical, ensuring that every line, every description, every character development moves the story forward – and respects the audience’s imagination...
Review: MARY - THE BIRTH OF FRANKENSTEIN at ASB Waterfront Theatre
What did our critic think of MARY - THE BIRTH OF FRANKENSTEIN at ASB Waterfront Theatre?...
Review: IRON at Stagecraft Theatre
What did our critic think of IRON at Stagecraft Theatre?...
Review: RATION THE QUEEN’S VEGES by Te Pou Theatre
Ration the Queen’s Veges is a compelling one-man play produced by Te Pou Theatre, inspired by real events from December 2023. It dramatizes the story of Te Wehi Heketoro Ratana, an activist who abseiled into Te Papa Tongarewa and defaced the English version of the Treaty of Waitangi exhibition us...
Review: MAMMA MIA! by Capital Theatre Trust
Mamma Mia! is a vibrant jukebox musical celebrating the timeless hits of Swedish pop legends ABBA. Set on a sun-drenched Greek island, it follows the heartwarming and humorous story of a young bride-to-be, her fiercely independent mother, and three possible fathers....
Review: AN IDEAL HUSBAND at Dolphin Theatre
Running from August 8th to August 23rd, the play honors the cleverness of Wilde's words while also bringing to light the deeper social commentary that lies beneath the witty one-liners....
Review: THE PINK HAMMER at Warkworth Theatre Group
Deftly directed with keen emotional intensity by Catherine Maunsell, this New Zealand comedy-drama is effectively executed by a very talented cast working superbly together to create shape, light and shadow throughout....
Review: ANTHONY STREET ILLUSIONIST at ASB Theatre, AOTEA Auckland
Magic, illusion, and intrigue—making the seemingly impossible possible —form the foundation of Anthony Street’s performance. The audience are asked to consider whether they identify as believers or sceptics....
Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at ASB Waterfront Theatre
Quite simply, this is an imaginative production with the story told as Shakespeare would have interpreted many elements today. This ingeniously crafted production will appeal to both seasoned Shakespeare lovers and those unfamiliar with the intricacies of the plot. ...
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Invercargill Musical Theatre
Matilda began as a beloved children’s book by Roald Dahl, published in 1988, and was later adapted into a charming film in 1996—which I absolutely adored. More recently, it received a vibrant new life as a stage musical, debuting in 2010 with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis...
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Judy''s Encore Bruce Mason Centre (8/09-8/09) |
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Viva La Dirt League Bruce Mason Centre (5/30-5/30) |
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5 Seconds of Summer Spark Arena (10/24-10/24) |
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The Addams Family Musical Bruce Mason Centre (7/10-7/11) |
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Jesus Christ Superstar The Civic, Auckland (10/21-11/08) |
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