CubaDupa Street Festival Returns in March
CubaDupa, a two-day outdoor street arts and performance festival, is scheduled for March 28–29, 2026, in Wellington’s Cuba Street precinct.
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Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
The Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival Returns in March
The Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival is set to return in March 2026 with an expanded program of theatrical, dance and music performances that will run across venues in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
Feature: SPOTLIGHT AWARDS for the Wellington Region
As I’ve now been reviewing for BroadwayWorld for two years, I thought it would be fun to share my take on the best of everything I’ve seen over the past year.
Review: GENUINE AND STABLE at Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
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Review: A CHRISTMAS CRISIS at Q Theatre, Auckland
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CRISIS at Q Theatre, Auckland?
BroadwayWorld Introduces My Shows Curtain Call and New Merchandise Partnership
BroadwayWorld announced today that the My Shows platform has officially launched My Shows Curtain Call, a personalized year-end feature designed to celebrate each user's year in 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: 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: 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.
Previews: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Harlequin
If you are in search of a fun, lighthearted, family-friendly show, I suggest you buy your tickets.
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.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld New Zealand Awards
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Zealand Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
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?
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld New Zealand Awards
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld New Zealand Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Set For 2026 Australia & New Zealand Tour
The hit rock musical Heathers is making its professional Australian premiere in 2026 following smash-hit runs in London and New York.
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Judy''s Encore Bruce Mason Centre (8/09-8/09) |
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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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Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LIVE - The Genuine Friends Tour The Opera House Wellington (10/09-10/09) |
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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 James Hay Theatre, Town Hall (10/16-10/16) |
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On Purpose Basement Theatre (8/04-8/08) PHOTOS |
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Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LIVE - The Genuine Friends Tour Christchurch Town Hall (10/16-10/16) |
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Les Liaisons Dangereuses The Rose Centre (8/15-8/29) |
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Tarzan Sir Howard Morrison Centre (8/05-8/08) |
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Jersey Boys Isaac Theatre Royal (9/18-10/03) |