The latest theatre news from New Zealand — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
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What did our critic think of KING LEAR at Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe?
What did our critic think of THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PUmphouse Theatre Auckland?
The Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts will run from Feb.
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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.
What did our critic think of 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre?
CubaDupa, a two-day outdoor street arts and performance festival, is scheduled for March 28–29, 2026, in Wellington’s Cuba Street precinct.
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 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.
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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.
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What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CRISIS at Q Theatre, Auckland?
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.
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.
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.
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.
What did our critic think of NOT CHRISTMAS, BUT GUY FAWKES BY BRUCE MASON 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.
If you are in search of a fun, lighthearted, family-friendly show, I suggest you buy your tickets.
What did our critic think of AMÉLIE THE MUSICAL BY WITCH MUSIC THEATRE at The Hannah?
Circa Theatre continues its proud tradition of summer pantomimes, blending classic British festive fun with a distinctly Kiwi sense of humor.
What did our critic think of KIRI:TE ARAROA - WOMAN FAR WALKING” at ASB WATERFRONT THEATRE?
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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 St James Theatre Wellington (11/18-11/28) |
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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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Les Liaisons Dangereuses The Rose Centre (8/15-8/29) |
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Bug Songs Not Love Songs Basement Theatre (9/01-9/05) |
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Bug Songs Not Love Songs Little Andromeda (9/18-9/18) |
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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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Bug Songs Not Love Songs BATS (8/25-8/29) |
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Tarzan Sir Howard Morrison Centre (8/05-8/08) |
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On Purpose Basement Theatre (8/04-8/08) PHOTOS |
