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VIDEO: Inbal Megiddo and Paul Altomari Perform on Wellington Balcony During Lockdown
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2020
Classical musicians, Inbal Megiddo and Paul Altomaria?? took to their balcony to perform for their neighbors during the lockdown.
New Zealand Symphony Orchestra Will Stream Ross Harris' Symphony No. 2 in Honor of Anzac Day
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra will commemorate Anzac Day with a free streaming of its performance with soprano Madeleine Pierard of New Zealand composer Ross Harris' acclaimed Symphony No. 2.
Original Cast Recording Of Dark Rock Fairytale THE BONE THIEF Now Online!
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2020
The Bone Thief by Red Scare Theatre Company was a smash hit in 2018. They enjoyed a sold out season and added additional shows due to popular demand. With everyone at home, the now completed album is the closest musical theatre fans can get to experiencing a new musical, and a bloody good one at that.
VIDEO: New Zealand Symphony Orchestra Releases Online PLAY OUR PART Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2020
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra has released an online concert!
BRAVO AMICI New Zealand Tour Postponed
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2020
The Bravo Amici tour of New Zealand this coming May is being rescheduled due to the ongoing global situation regarding the COVID-19 virus and the code 4 restrictions imposed by the New Zealand Government on mass gatherings and travel making it unable to proceed at this time.
New Zealand Performances of BOOK OF MORMON Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
The Auckland Civic Center cancelled all upcoming performances of The Book of Mormon.
Auckland Writers Festival 2020 Programme Announced
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2020
Book lovers have been bursting to know what's in the 20th Auckland Writers Festival, Waituhi o Tāmaki, programme, revealed this evening. The good news is the 2020 line-up for what is one of the most respected literary showcases on the planet is as super-charged, high-powered, diverse and thought-provoking as ever.
BWW Review: BAZ LUHRMANNS STRICTLY BALLROOM at Centrestage Theatre - Orewa Reviewed By Pauline Vella
by Pauline Vella - March 09, 2020
The complexity of mounting a show which requires such specialist dancing skills cannot be understated. With Ballroom Dancing mainly relegated these days to the tele and specialist competitions, a reviewer on the drive up to the theatre, may be forgiven for querying whether a community theatre group could successfully pull this off?
LYSANDER'S AUNTY Comes to The Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2020
Audiences can expect plenty of sword-fights and Tim Tams from The Court Theatre's latest comedy, combining the worlds of Shakespeare and New Zealand to hilarious effect.
BWW Review: EMILIA at Pop Up Globe
by Glenda Pearce - March 08, 2020
Boh Runga, Bella Kalolo and Vanessa Stacey Join APO For Aretha Franklin Celebration
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) brings together three of the country's most powerful female vocalists for a special performance on 21 May to celebrate the music of the unforgettable Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
BWW Review: Over My Dead Body: LITTLE BLACK BITCH at Mangere Arts Centre
by Monica Moore - March 04, 2020
This story is a sensitive one and there's some pretty dark themes running through it. Tuatara Collective are committed to an innovative arts practice that supports mental health in the arts industry for artists and audiences. A psychologist or qualified counsellor is present during all performances a?' a first in the industry and a very apt and necessary way to acknowledge the seriousness of these issues.
BWW Review: ELECTRIC BILLY T JAMES at Q Theatre Auckland
by Monica Moore - March 01, 2020
The high-voltage laughter was genuine and shockingly easy. All five nominees were exceptional and presented us with their own individualised well-crafted 'slice of life', entwined with fragments of their personal stories. Go along and see their individual shows!
ISMO Returns to New Zealand With a New Show
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The ultimate observer, ISMO is able to make people see familiar things anew through his unique perspective. He will return to New Zealand in May with his brand new show.
BWW Review: LAST LEGS at Dolphin Theatre, Onehunga
by Monica Moore - February 23, 2020
Director Glenda Pearce is known for her attention to detail and she has successfully replicated the realism of the retirement home; highlighting the atmosphere and the experiences of the diverse characters who live there and delivering the humour.
BWW Review: THE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE BY CHICKS at Q Theatre
by Monica Moore - February 20, 2020
'Shakespeare was Written by Chicks' pokes fun at poetry, prose and patriarchy- challenging, questioning and debating the authenticity of Shakespeare's literary contributions as fake news- by 'proving', using examples of strong women from history whom he ripped off,  and apparently claimed as his own talent.  
BWW Review: DR DRAMA MAKES A SHOW at Q Theatre - The Vault
by Pauline Vella - February 20, 2020
LIFT-OFF Features A Triple-Header Of Fresh Emerging Talent From Te Auaha
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Te Auaha has put its students in the spotlight during this year's Fringe Festival. Lift-Off (7.30pm, 3-7 March) showcases the talents of three recent graduates from the school's performing arts, musical theatre and commercial dance courses. Join Sina Esera, Malea Nicholson and Beth Sammons as they return to Te Auaha for a Fringe season of original work that fires on all cylinders!
BWW Review: WINDING UP at ASB Waterfront Theatre, Auckland
by Monica Moore - February 14, 2020
The combination of Sir Roger Hall's script, director Colin McColl's skill and supreme delivery by Alison Quigan and Mark Hadlow (ONMZ) created the synergy for superb entertainment. Sir Roger Hall maybe in his 80's but he's let us all know loud and clear that he still has 'it'; in fact, this latest work is one of his best.
CRASH BASH: WHAT'S THE RUSH? Will Embark on Tour of New Zealand
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Fasten your seatbelts because Crash Bash: What's the Rush? is hitting the road this month.
2020 Fringe Festival Presents a Triple-Header Of Fresh Emerging Talent
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
See tomorrow's tastemakers today! Lift-Off: 2020 Fringe Festival's triple-header of fresh emerging talent
GREEDY CAT By Joy Cowley Will Tour Auckland For 7 Weeks
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
New Zealand's most famous cat comes to life on stage in Auckland in April and May 2020.
The Full Auckland Fringe Programme Is Now Live!
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
The Auckland Fringe festival kicks off on 25 February with a full programme packed with more than 70 events happening over the 12-day festival. In the mix is something for everyone, with 46 of world premieres across 26 of spaces, from both local and international artists and performers. Audiences can see Shakespeare reimagined, Dungeons & Dragons inspired improv, comedy aplenty, variety line-ups, metal music, four-hour long shows, poetry written and performed live and everything else imaginable.
BLACK LOVER - A New Play To Premiere In Auckland Theatre Company's 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
The highly anticipated Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) season of Auckland-based Zimbabwean playwright, Stanley Makuwe's Black Lover will have its world premiere at Q Theatre, as part of the 2020 Auckland Arts Festival. 

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