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BWW Review: INTO THE WOODS at Off Broadway Papakura

BWW Review: INTO THE WOODS at Off Broadway Papakura

by Monica Moore — April 14, 2019
As soon as you step into the gloomily lit theatre, the 'once upon a time' mystery of the fairy tale woods immediately enchants you.
HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Makes Its New Zealand Debut At The Court Theatre

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Makes Its New Zealand Debut At The Court Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2019
Broadway hit and four-time Tony Award winner Hedwig and the Angry Inch is coming to The Court Theatre this May, with leading lady Hedwig bringing her incredible band and collection of wigs with her.
NZ's First Fully Inclusive Kids' Musical, MADAGASCAR, Opens 16 May

NZ's First Fully Inclusive Kids' Musical, MADAGASCAR, Opens 16 May

by BWW News Desk — April 8, 2019
Forty-one children with and without disabilities will share the limelight in Auckland this May in New Zealand's first ever fully-inclusive children's musical, Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Junior.
BWW Review: THE MAN WHOSE MOTHER WAS A PIRATE at Pumphouse Theatre Takapuna

BWW Review: THE MAN WHOSE MOTHER WAS A PIRATE at Pumphouse Theatre Takapuna

by Monica Moore — April 7, 2019
At the opening performance of 'The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate' on Saturday afternoon it was not just children being richly entertained , but all attending who were young at heart thoroughly enjoyed a slick 50-minute musical play.
Festival Of Comedy, Music And Drama Comes To The Court Theatre This April

Festival Of Comedy, Music And Drama Comes To The Court Theatre This April

by BWW News Desk — April 7, 2019
Kicking off with sold-out comedy fundraiser Stand Up for Peace, The Court Theatre is hosting a festival packed full of laughter, theatre and music; bringing some of New Zealand's best talent together in Canterbury.
BWW Review: CHICAGO at Pukekohe Performing Arts

BWW Review: CHICAGO at Pukekohe Performing Arts

by Monica Moore — April 4, 2019
A full house on the Wednesday after opening night is always a good sign that the grape vine is sp Pukekohe Performing Arts production of 'Chicago' serves up a glitzy night of high energy entertainment.
BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Harlequin Theatre

BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Harlequin Theatre

by Monica Moore — April 1, 2019
I've never felt quite so transported into the realities of a convent or the freshness of a mountain or the sadness of a man who has lost his wife and is too aggrieved to notice his children.
New Zealand Comedians to STAND UP FOR PEACE

New Zealand Comedians to STAND UP FOR PEACE

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2019
A top-notch line up of Kiwi comics are lending their talents to Stand-Up for Peace, a very special comedy fundraiser supporting the victims of the Christchurch Mosque Attacks.
Dinosaurs And Robots Come To The Court Theatre In TIME MACHINE

Dinosaurs And Robots Come To The Court Theatre In TIME MACHINE

by BWW News Desk — March 24, 2019
The rumble of dinosaur footsteps can be heard at The Court Theatre as brand-new kids play Time Machine prepares for its April debut, taking the children of Canterbury on a journey through time and space.
The Court Theatre Trust Cancels Production of EQ F@#%ING C

The Court Theatre Trust Cancels Production of EQ F@#%ING C

by BWW News Desk — March 18, 2019
The Court Theatre Trust has announced that, because of the horrific and tragic loss of life and trauma suffered by the community, especially the Muslim community, these past few days, they have made the decision to not go ahead with the EQ F@#%ING C production at this time.
BWW Review: ASTROMAN at Q Theatre Auckland

BWW Review: ASTROMAN at Q Theatre Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 17, 2019
Written by Albert Belz, 'Astroman' captures a kiwi slice of life from the '80's; a heartfelt and energetic piece highlighted with humour, struggle and plenty of 'ah-ha', 'ha-ha' and 'awww' moments in all the right places.
Play Based on the Book RANTS IN THE DARK To Open In Auckland

Play Based on the Book RANTS IN THE DARK To Open In Auckland

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2019
Book a babysitter, because tickets to the most hilariously unfiltered theatre show about parenthood, Emily Writes' Rants in the Dark, go on presale today.
BWW Review: A MAN OF GOOD HOPE at ASB Waterfront Theatre

BWW Review: A MAN OF GOOD HOPE at ASB Waterfront Theatre

by Monica Moore — March 15, 2019
This performance not only circumnavigated around my heart several times but captured it in a willing surrender of raw emotional energy.
BWW Review: BACKBONE at Aotea Centre Auckland

BWW Review: BACKBONE at Aotea Centre Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 15, 2019
New Tairawhiti Arts Festival Reveals First Event

New Tairawhiti Arts Festival Reveals First Event

by BWW News Desk — March 14, 2019
New Zealand's newest arts festival, Te Tairawhiti Arts Festival, has revealed the first event in its inaugural programme.
BWW Review: HAMLET at Pop-up Globe Auckland

BWW Review: HAMLET at Pop-up Globe Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 12, 2019
It's those feelings and desires to which we can all connect.
BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at North Shore Music Theatre

BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at North Shore Music Theatre

by Monica Moore — March 11, 2019
North Shore Music Theatre's 'The Last 5 Years' is a heartbreaking, emotional roller coaster from the first glorious note to the last.
BWW Review: MEASURE FOR MEASURE at Pop-up Globe Auckland

BWW Review: MEASURE FOR MEASURE at Pop-up Globe Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 11, 2019
How apt being here just after the celebrations of International Women's Day! All feminists need to see this and those who are not, also need to see this.
BWW Review: CALIFORNIA SUITE at Howick Little Theatre

BWW Review: CALIFORNIA SUITE at Howick Little Theatre

by Monica Moore — March 11, 2019
Neil Simon's 'California Suite,' a 1970's series of stories set in a fictitious Beverly Hills Hotel Room gives us a snapshot of relationships and the human condition within 4 different scenarios.
BWW Review: THE MAN WHO WAS THURSDAY at Ghost Light Theatre, Nelson

BWW Review: THE MAN WHO WAS THURSDAY at Ghost Light Theatre, Nelson

by Judene Edgar — March 11, 2019
Pete Coates masterfully portrays all 20 characters in Giles Burton's adaptation of G K Chesterton's 1908 spy thriller 'The Man who was Thursday'.
The Court Theatre Announces 2019/2020 Meridian Energy Season - RENT, A STREETCAR NAME

The Court Theatre Announces 2019/2020 Meridian Energy Season - RENT, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, and More!

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2019
The Court Theatre has announced its brand-new Meridian Energy 2019/2020 Season, packed full of vibrant and exciting productions!
BWW Review: 42ND STREET at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

BWW Review: 42ND STREET at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

by Monica Moore — March 10, 2019
Leading ladies Megan O'Reilly playing Dorothy Brock and Geena Hutton as Peggy Sawyer are both powerhouses of talent.
BWW Review: ARSENIC AND LACE at Dolphin Theatre

BWW Review: ARSENIC AND LACE at Dolphin Theatre

by Monica Moore — March 5, 2019
While this is a light-hearted frolic through a well-crafted piece, there is irony in each of the characters and levels of social commentary particularly around the issue of euthanasia.
New Christchurch Comedy EQ F@#%ING C Comes To The Court Theatre

New Christchurch Comedy EQ F@#%ING C Comes To The Court Theatre

by BWW News Desk — March 5, 2019
A brand-new local story will be entertaining Cantabrians from the end of March as much-anticipated comedy EQ F@#%ING C takes the stage at The Court Theatre.
Auckland Arts Festival Celebrates Te Reo Maori Through Community Arts Projects

Auckland Arts Festival Celebrates Te Reo Maori Through Community Arts Projects

by BWW News Desk — February 28, 2019
The Auckland Arts Festival's Wh nui programme will once again celebrate T maki Makaurau and its creative neighbourhoods through a series of creative projects unique to our diverse region.

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