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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?

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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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.

Originally published in 1925, The Great Gatsby was a commercial disappointment during F.

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.

What did our critic think of PACK OF GIRLS BY PORIRUA LITTLE THEATRE at Niblick Hall?

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.

We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.

A luminous, generous evening.

Legally Blonde: The Musical is based on the beloved 2001 film, which itself was adapted from Amanda Brown’s novel.

When Aotearoa’s finest creatives stand with rangatahi, stories come alive.

Crazy Ladies is a full-length comedy by New Zealand playwright Devon Williamson, renowned for his witty, character-driven works.

Manage Your Expectations takes the concept of the “trigger warning” and pushes it to its absurdist edge, using sharp humour to interrogate the idea of informed consent.