ATC Presents Tom Scott 'mini-festival' In 2019 by BWW News Desk
- January 24, 2019 Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) will launch its 2019 season in February with a tribute to one of New Zealand's most celebrated political journalists and cartoonists, Tom Scott.
LOVE LETTER TO NICK CAVE Announced At Auckland Arts Festival In March by BWW News Desk
- January 23, 2019 The Irish-French singer and storyteller-in-song Camille O'Sullivan will return to New Zealand as part of the 2019 Auckland Arts Festival in March with Cave, a new show devoted entirely to the music of Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds.
Theatre Production TALOFA PAPA Heads To Auckland by BWW News Desk
- January 22, 2019 After sell-out, award winning seasons in the 2018 New Zealand Fringe and Kia Mau Festivals, and hot off their FRINGE WORLD and Adelaide Fringe Festival tour, Talofa Papa is making its way to Basement Theatre in March 2019.
Kidsfest Hit Returns As Monthly Show At The Court Theatre by BWW News Desk
- January 20, 2019 Giggles will be ringing out at The Court Theatre as improvised comedy The Early Early Late Show begins running as a monthly event for 2019.
BOHEMIA Comes to The Triple Door This January by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2019 The illustrious Triple Door transforms into 1890s Prague in Bohemia, a story about love, classical music, art nouveau, green fairies and absinthe. Presented by Opal Peachey and Mark Siano, this new musical combines live orchestral music from composers Antonin Dvorak and Frederic Chopin, with original musical works; a set inspired by the art of Alphonse Mucha; and historic artists Sarah Bernhardt and George Sand interweave with beautiful green fairies, aerial numbers, dance, burlesque, classical piano battles, comedy, and new and original songs.
BOHEMIA Comes to The Triple Door This January by BWW News Desk
- December 19, 2018 The illustrious Triple Door transforms into 1890s Prague in Bohemia, a story about love, classical music, art nouveau, green fairies and absinthe. Presented by Opal Peachey and Mark Siano, this new musical combines live orchestral music from composers Antonin Dvorak and Frederic Chopin, with original musical works; a set inspired by the art of Alphonse Mucha; and historic artists Sarah Bernhardt and George Sand interweave with beautiful green fairies, aerial numbers, dance, burlesque, classical piano battles, comedy, and new and original songs.
BWW Feature: DOLPHIN THEATRE AWARDS NIGHT at Dolphin Theatre by Monica Moore
- December 11, 2018 The world premiere of emerging playwright Richard De Luca's 'Death of a Dream' has certainly paid off for Dolphin Theatre's Committee as it took out an array of awards including Best Production, Best Female Lead Role, Best Supporting Female, Best Supporting Male and Best character male at their annual end of year awards night and Christmas party.
BWW Review: IF/THEN at Gryphon Theatre by Aimee Smith
- December 06, 2018 We've all spent time wondering about the little 'what ifs' - how would our lives be changed, if we had made our decisions a little differently? The musical If/Then, by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt, explores one woman's fascination with the road not taken. Boasting a small but mighty cast, the Wellington Footlights society bring this intimate tale to the New Zealand stage for the first time.
If/Then drops us smack-bang into the heart of New York City, where the freshly divorced Elizabeth (Cassandra Tse) has just moved for a new start. In Madison Park, Elizabeth runs into her new friend, Kate (Caitlin Penrose), and old college flame, Lucas (Michael Stebbings). Both of them give Elizabeth advice on how to start out her new life - Kate suggests plunging into new experiences under a fresh nickname, Liz, whilst Lucas suggests joining him in a rally like they did in the old days, under the nickname Beth. Here, the show splits, and we see the two different paths of Elizabeth's life play out.
BWW Review: NELL GWYNN at Dolphin Theatre by Monica Moore
- November 25, 2018 Director Syd Mannion and his team have encapsulated the essence of what this story is about and this is the crucial success of this production.
The characters are sensationally played; they are charismatic, exquisitely presented in delicious period costume and the story is supported with a craftily constructed set.
Christmas Comes Early To The Court Theatre In A CHRISTMAS CAROL by BWW News Desk
- November 21, 2018 Back by popular demand, The Court Theatre's joyful comedy adaptation of A Christmas Carol is returning for more festive fun following two sold-out seasons.
BWW Review: SHORTLAND STREET THE MUSICAL at ASB Waterfront Theatre by Monica Moore
- November 20, 2018 Shortland St the Musical. Was that a sharp intake of breath? What madness is this? At least, that was my reaction when I first heard that this show was being developed into a full-length musical comedy. I have seen little bits and pieces of the long-running soap, but I never really recognised what my other friends saw in it and therefore chose to block it out of my television browsing hours. I do feel compelled however to pay homage to the long-standing show, well into its third decade and has been sold to many overseas countries.
BWW Review: BIG FISH at Off Broadway Theatre by Monica Moore
- November 20, 2018 I was intrigued to see how the producers would breathe life into this and they have crafted a show that takes you on a bittersweet journey that is incredibly moving. And yes....you will cry. I am slightly annoyed at them for making me cry in public, I like to keep up my tough guy reputation...but I could not hold back.
Give The Gift Of Theatre in Canterbury by BWW News Desk
- November 18, 2018 Theatre lovers will be able to share the joy of theatre with kids throughout Canterbury this festive season as ticket donation scheme the Gift of Theatre returns for a fifth year.
BWW Review: I'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU at Howick Little Theatre by Monica Moore
- November 14, 2018 Howick Little Theatre's production of I'll Leave It to You successfully transports the audience back to another time with a sublime attention to detail of every aspect of the production. The full house on Opening Night was treated to a hilarious farce encased in a visually authentic wrapping of superb set and costumes.
BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa by Monica Moore
- October 30, 2018 The much-loved characters of yesteryear are brought to life in this resplendent production that more than pays homage to the 1939 movie version of this show.
Director Michael Sanders and his team have created a magnificent production igniting the same feelings of wonder and joy that the movie version brought to the screen whilst playing the full advantage of the medium of live theatre.
BWW Previews: THE WIZ at Spotlight Theatre Manukau Performing Arts by Monica Moore
- October 26, 2018 Manukau Performing Arts production of 'The Wiz'
is an exuberant journey down the yellow brick road in an original Pasifika Panto style. It's entertaining, energetic and brimming with talent.
The diverse cast is bound in the unity of voice; each with a rich, unique sound that complements the funky soulful and bluesy music score. The singing is stunning. Any of those voices could slip into a New York nightclub with ease.
BWW Review: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! Silly Spoof Delights Newtown by Aimee Smith
- October 05, 2018 Bud and Doug have achieved the dream of many a musical theatre fan - they have written their own show. They have poured blood, sweat, and tears into their story, and they are here in the Newtown Community Centre to pitch their work to their eager audience. And of course, a fair bit of sweat comes with the performing as well as the writing. Because Bud and Doug are the only performers in this two act musical extravaganza.
BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MR TOM at Dolphin Theatre Onehunga by Monica Moore
- October 01, 2018 Dolphin Theatre's production of 'Goodnight Mr Tom' is a beautifully orchestrated piece of theatre and it is difficult to reconcile that the set, special effects and performances of almost all cast members are not that of a professional company.
Nga Taonga Sound & Vision Brings Siapo Cinema To Wellington by BWW News Desk
- September 26, 2018 The fifth annual Siapo Cinema: Oceania Film Festival returns to Nga Taonga Sound & Vision from 12-20 October 2018. The festival programme showcases vibrant stories of the Pacific on film with a range of Pacific features, short films and unique events.