Review: CHICAGO by Porirua Little Theatre
Chicago is a musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Ebb and Bob Fosse.
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Review: RICHARD O'BRIEN'S ROCKY HORROR SHOW at St James Theatre
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show premiered in London in 1973, born from his love of sci‑fi B‑movies and glam rock, and quickly grew into a cult theatrical hit celebrated for its wild, subversive energy.
Review: GASPING BY BEN ELTON at Wellington Repertory
First performed in 1990, Gasping is Ben Elton’s debut stage play, a sharp, satirical comedy that takes gleeful aim at corporate excess.
Review: THIRTY-SIX at Circa Theatre
Bold, often raunchy, frequently funny, and unexpectedly tender
Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Civic, Auckland
On a sultry Auckland night (in more ways than one), an expectant crowd gathered, some in drag and raucous garb, others bustling from a long week of work.
Review: FRANK. THE MUSICAL at Gryphon Theatre
What did our critic think of FRANK.
Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PumpHouse Theatre Auckland
What did our critic think of THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PUmphouse Theatre Auckland?
KING LEAR by Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe
What did our critic think of KING LEAR at Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe?
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Gryphon Theatre
The Book of Will is a contemporary play by American playwright Lauren Gunderson, first premiering in January 2017 at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre
What did our critic think of 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre?
Review: GENUINE AND STABLE at Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
Imagine the situation.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CRISIS at Q Theatre, Auckland
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CRISIS at Q Theatre, Auckland?
Review: AND THEN THERE WERE NONE BY AGATHA CHRISTIE at Hutt Repertory
Agatha Christie’s stage adaptation of her classic novel, which premiered in London on September 20, 1943, was an instant success and later moved to Broadway under the title Ten Little Indians in June 1944.
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Dolphin Theatre, Onehunga
Currently playing at Dolphin Theatre in Onehunga, It’s a Wonderful Life is a heartwarming production that captures the spirit of the classic film within the bonus intimacy of live theatre.
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.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY ADAPTED BY KEN DUNCUM at Gryphon Theatre
Originally published in 1925, The Great Gatsby was a commercial disappointment during F.
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.
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Jesus Christ Superstar The Civic, Auckland (10/21-11/08) |
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Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LIVE - The Genuine Friends Tour Christchurch Town Hall (10/16-10/16) |
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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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Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LIVE - The Genuine Friends Tour James Hay Theatre, Town Hall (10/16-10/16) |
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Tarzan Sir Howard Morrison Centre (8/05-8/08) |
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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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Defending the Caveman Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre (7/31-8/08) |
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Jersey Boys Isaac Theatre Royal (9/18-10/03) |
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Judy''s Encore Bruce Mason Centre (8/09-8/09) |