The latest theatre news from New Zealand — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
With an exceptionally talented cast, strong direction, and plenty of laughs mixed with genuine heart, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee delivered an entertaining and memorable night of theatre, reminding us all that winning isn't everything.
Jesus Christ Superstar has returned to Tapanui for the first time in 26 years, and the West Otago Theatrical Society (WOTS) has marked the occasion with a poignant nod to its own history.
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
What did our critic think of SONS OF VAO at ASB Waterfront Theatre?
What did our critic think of THE GRADUATE BY TERRY JOHNSON at The Dolphin Theatre, Onehunga?
I can sometimes feel intimidated by productions that focus on the climate crisis.
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
Constellations brings a Matariki love story to the Q Theatre stage from 2 – 19 July.
Opening last night at Mangere Arts Centre, Auckland with CALL TO WALLIS was the 13th Pacific Dance Festival.
What did our critic think of OVER AND OUT REVIEWED BY LOTTIE BUTCHER at Hannah Playhouse?
What did our critic think of JULIA at BRAVE Theatre?
What did our critic think of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at Wellington Opera House?
What did our critic think of THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL at Wellington Repertory? For audiences who enjoy period theatre, this is a production well worth seeing.
We’re a few sleeps away from the dawn of rehearsals for Constellations.
What did our critic think of TELL ME THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE at Wellington Comic Opera?
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
What did our critic think of THE QUEEN'S NANNY at Pumphouse Theatre.
What did our critic think of FUQ BOIZ at Bats Theatre?
Award winning director Paul Rouckchan is clearly invested in bringing out the human elements of a battle remembered as one of bloodiest moments in NZ military history.
This is a play that will linger in the mind long after the curtain falls.
Opening this Friday at the Dolphin theatre, is another classic mystery thriller from Agatha Christie.
BroadwayWorld is launching the May 2026 Games Challenge - a month-long streak competition open to fans across the U.
This production is one of obvious beauty - and much more.
After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.
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Defending the Caveman Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre (7/31-8/08) |
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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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Judy''s Encore Bruce Mason Centre (8/09-8/09) |
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Jesus Christ Superstar The Civic, Auckland (10/21-11/08) |
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Tarzan Sir Howard Morrison Centre (8/05-8/08) |
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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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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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Bug Songs Not Love Songs Basement Theatre (9/01-9/05) |
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Chris Parker - Take a Good Hard Look at Me James Hay Theatre, Town Hall (9/05-9/05) |
