Announcing BWW New Zealand on Stage Facebook Group
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the New Zealand Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the New Zealand Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
THE UNITY OF COMMUNITY at Community Theatre
by Monica Moore - March 14, 2018
There's no natural light. It's all 'created'. Words and music notes are taken off the pages and placed in a space that manifests the power to interpret and share with others. The colours, sounds, moods and emotions are all man-made. It's glorious!
by Monica Moore - March 14, 2018
There's no natural light. It's all 'created'. Words and music notes are taken off the pages and placed in a space that manifests the power to interpret and share with others. The colours, sounds, moods and emotions are all man-made. It's glorious!
BWW Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa
by Monica Moore - March 12, 2018
The rock aspect came across loud and strong throughout the show. Ron Grut as Jesus has an incredible voice that more than delivers the emotion demanded by this role. While the music (circa 1970 AD) and the message (circa 30 AD) are timeless this show is set in a mix of the two. with a bit of 70's Godspell-meets-Hair and the addition of some Broadway razzamatazz. The strength is in the powerhouse of vocals that the company delivers.
by Monica Moore - March 12, 2018
The rock aspect came across loud and strong throughout the show. Ron Grut as Jesus has an incredible voice that more than delivers the emotion demanded by this role. While the music (circa 1970 AD) and the message (circa 30 AD) are timeless this show is set in a mix of the two. with a bit of 70's Godspell-meets-Hair and the addition of some Broadway razzamatazz. The strength is in the powerhouse of vocals that the company delivers.
BWW Review: STILL LIFE WITH CHICKENS at Mangere Arts Centre
by Monica Moore - March 09, 2018
Expect your emotions to be immersed in the story as Goretti Chadwick in the role of Mama, conquers, engages and takes you on an emotional journey of her struggles and feelings. One cannot help but love Mama; her humour, pathos and raw emotion as she finds solace in the revelation of her life, first to Blackie her recently deceased cat and then Moa, a chicken who takes up residence in her back garden. Auckland audiences will only stand up when they are truly moved. The play concluded with the near full house jumping to their feet in a standing ovation resonating with a full deep response to the the emotional depth of the beautiful piece of art that had unfolded before them.
by Monica Moore - March 09, 2018
Expect your emotions to be immersed in the story as Goretti Chadwick in the role of Mama, conquers, engages and takes you on an emotional journey of her struggles and feelings. One cannot help but love Mama; her humour, pathos and raw emotion as she finds solace in the revelation of her life, first to Blackie her recently deceased cat and then Moa, a chicken who takes up residence in her back garden. Auckland audiences will only stand up when they are truly moved. The play concluded with the near full house jumping to their feet in a standing ovation resonating with a full deep response to the the emotional depth of the beautiful piece of art that had unfolded before them.
Roger Hall's EASY MONEY Comes to The Court
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
There's no such thing as a free lunch - something the characters in Roger Hall's newest play will find out when they take to The Court Theatre's mainstage this March for the world debut of Easy Money.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
There's no such thing as a free lunch - something the characters in Roger Hall's newest play will find out when they take to The Court Theatre's mainstage this March for the world debut of Easy Money.
BWW Feature: AUCKLAND FRINGE at Auckland Fringe
by Monica Moore - February 21, 2018
The 2018 Auckland Fringe is the first annual iteration of the festival - an organic result of the momentum created from the success of the 2017 Fringe. The Auckland Fringe has existed in various guises since 2009, but it wasn't until the current Festival Director Lydia Zanetti took over during make-or-break times, and carried off an explosive Auckland Fringe in 2017 that we've seen it start to show its teeth.
by Monica Moore - February 21, 2018
The 2018 Auckland Fringe is the first annual iteration of the festival - an organic result of the momentum created from the success of the 2017 Fringe. The Auckland Fringe has existed in various guises since 2009, but it wasn't until the current Festival Director Lydia Zanetti took over during make-or-break times, and carried off an explosive Auckland Fringe in 2017 that we've seen it start to show its teeth.
AT THE WAKE by Victor Rodger Comes to Circa Theatre This March
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
From the award-winning Kiwi/Samoan playwright of international festival hit Black Faggot, comes the Wellington premiere season of AT THE WAKE.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
From the award-winning Kiwi/Samoan playwright of international festival hit Black Faggot, comes the Wellington premiere season of AT THE WAKE.
BWW Review: PAN IS DEAD at Auckland Fringe
by Monica Moore - February 20, 2018
Myth and dystopia collide in Pan is Dead, a new dark fantasy musical from Theatre of Love.In a society where gender is obsolete and equality achieved, will the desire to dominate bind people in different ways? Are we capable of obtaining utopia? And who is Pan? A good shepherd or a lascivious predator? I was pleased that I ventured into the woods to find out for myself.
by Monica Moore - February 20, 2018
Myth and dystopia collide in Pan is Dead, a new dark fantasy musical from Theatre of Love.In a society where gender is obsolete and equality achieved, will the desire to dominate bind people in different ways? Are we capable of obtaining utopia? And who is Pan? A good shepherd or a lascivious predator? I was pleased that I ventured into the woods to find out for myself.
BWW Review: PARDON ME, ALAN TURING at Samoa House Auckland
by Monica Moore - February 19, 2018
Pardon me Alan Turing is an important piece of theatre and has the legs to go a lot further than its Auckland or Wellington season. The story needs to be told on a international stage.This play manages to find the right balance. The humour seduces you, then the themes confront you.
by Monica Moore - February 19, 2018
Pardon me Alan Turing is an important piece of theatre and has the legs to go a lot further than its Auckland or Wellington season. The story needs to be told on a international stage.This play manages to find the right balance. The humour seduces you, then the themes confront you.
TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS Reveals Freshly-Preserved Taong
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2018
Ng? Taonga Sound & Vision's new programme, Treasures from the Vaults will provide a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Archive's experts the stories behind the recent preservation of some of its audiovisual taonga, and then experience the results of that work.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2018
Ng? Taonga Sound & Vision's new programme, Treasures from the Vaults will provide a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Archive's experts the stories behind the recent preservation of some of its audiovisual taonga, and then experience the results of that work.
BWW Feature: NORTHERN AREA PERFORMANCE THEATRE AWARDS at Ellerslie Events Centre, Auckland
by Monica Moore - February 12, 2018
Who doesn't love a night of glamour and glitz and this year at the Northern Area Performance Arts Awards the cabaret show has the theme Mkurder Moulin Rouge Style. Theatrical superstar Kit Haines is directing and promises excitement plus when Auckland Community Theatre supporters get together to celebrate, recognise and appreciate all those who make theatre 'happen' and keep it alive.
by Monica Moore - February 12, 2018
Who doesn't love a night of glamour and glitz and this year at the Northern Area Performance Arts Awards the cabaret show has the theme Mkurder Moulin Rouge Style. Theatrical superstar Kit Haines is directing and promises excitement plus when Auckland Community Theatre supporters get together to celebrate, recognise and appreciate all those who make theatre 'happen' and keep it alive.
BWW Review: UNDER THE MOUNTAIN at ASB Waterfront Auckland
by Monica Moore - February 09, 2018
Bringing a book about volcanoes, tunnels, mud aliens and magical stones to the stage makes for some unique challenges and there had been a lot of talk of how it could be staged. Director Sara Brodie, who gained notoriety with her direction of the highly successful The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime (Auckland Theatre Company 2016), has melded a technical team who have created a landscape of tension , thrill and drama for the performers to tell their story.
by Monica Moore - February 09, 2018
Bringing a book about volcanoes, tunnels, mud aliens and magical stones to the stage makes for some unique challenges and there had been a lot of talk of how it could be staged. Director Sara Brodie, who gained notoriety with her direction of the highly successful The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime (Auckland Theatre Company 2016), has melded a technical team who have created a landscape of tension , thrill and drama for the performers to tell their story.
BWW REVIEW: Belinda Davids Channels The Voice And Heart of A Legend In THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL: THE WHITNEY HOUSTON SHOW
by Jade Kops - February 03, 2018
Belinda Davids celebrates the music and memory of Whitney Houston in THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL: THE WHITNEY HOUSTON SHOW.
by Jade Kops - February 03, 2018
Belinda Davids celebrates the music and memory of Whitney Houston in THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL: THE WHITNEY HOUSTON SHOW.
KiwiAble Caregivers Get A Free Seat At The Court
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2018
The Court Theatre continues to excel in making theatre as accessible as possible for everyone in the community. This time through a new initiative that gives KiwiAble Leisure Card holders their standing discount and now a free seat for their caregiver when attending selected shows.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2018
The Court Theatre continues to excel in making theatre as accessible as possible for everyone in the community. This time through a new initiative that gives KiwiAble Leisure Card holders their standing discount and now a free seat for their caregiver when attending selected shows.
Imagine Dragons EVOLVE World Tour to Hit Australia & New Zealand In May 2018
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
They last stormed Australia and New Zealand two years ago in support of their chart-topping second album, Smoke + Mirrors. In 2017 they smashed radio worldwide with huge singles 'Thunder', 'Believer' and 'Whatever It Takes'. Las Vegas rockers Imagine Dragonswill bring their Evolve World Tour to Australia and New Zealand for Frontier Touring in May 2018 for a blazing six-date run, including their first ever show in Wellington!
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
They last stormed Australia and New Zealand two years ago in support of their chart-topping second album, Smoke + Mirrors. In 2017 they smashed radio worldwide with huge singles 'Thunder', 'Believer' and 'Whatever It Takes'. Las Vegas rockers Imagine Dragonswill bring their Evolve World Tour to Australia and New Zealand for Frontier Touring in May 2018 for a blazing six-date run, including their first ever show in Wellington!
Award-Winning Designer Takes Centre Stage in LOLA'S GRAVE MISTAKE
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
Two-time Wellington Theatre Awards' Designer of the Year Ian Harman is keeping himself on his toes with his latest artistic vision. As well as showcasing his exceptional talents in costume, set and production design, Lola's Grave Mistake (BATS Theatre, 7-10 February) stars Harman's glamorous alter-ego, Mr Lola Illusion, in a solo cabaret spectacular that promises to be 'dead funny.'
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
Two-time Wellington Theatre Awards' Designer of the Year Ian Harman is keeping himself on his toes with his latest artistic vision. As well as showcasing his exceptional talents in costume, set and production design, Lola's Grave Mistake (BATS Theatre, 7-10 February) stars Harman's glamorous alter-ego, Mr Lola Illusion, in a solo cabaret spectacular that promises to be 'dead funny.'
The Court Presents TITUS ANDRONICUS
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
In a time where bear baiting, dog fighting and public executions were the source of entertainment, William Shakespeare sought to find a theatrical equivalent that could compete. Now over four hundred years later, his finished work, Titus Andronicus, makes its way onto The Court's mainstage to play to Christchurch audiences.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
In a time where bear baiting, dog fighting and public executions were the source of entertainment, William Shakespeare sought to find a theatrical equivalent that could compete. Now over four hundred years later, his finished work, Titus Andronicus, makes its way onto The Court's mainstage to play to Christchurch audiences.
The Court Launches Play Mates in Christchurch
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2018
You could think of them as theatrical friendship matchmakers, but The Court Theatre just want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the experience of theatre. The dawn of the new year brings a new initiative to The Court and Artistic Director Ross Gumbley is looking forward to theatre lovers of all ages getting involved.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2018
You could think of them as theatrical friendship matchmakers, but The Court Theatre just want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the experience of theatre. The dawn of the new year brings a new initiative to The Court and Artistic Director Ross Gumbley is looking forward to theatre lovers of all ages getting involved.
PUFF Soars Into The Court
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Kids will discover how to believe in dragons and in themselves in The Court Theatre's delightful production of Puff the Magic Dragon.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Kids will discover how to believe in dragons and in themselves in The Court Theatre's delightful production of Puff the Magic Dragon.
LEATHER LUNGS: SON OF A PREACHER Makes New Zealand Debut
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2017
Direct from Melbourne, international artist, Jason Chasland, returns home for the New Zealand premiere of Leather Lungs: Son of a Preacher. Within the burgeoning genre of alternative cabaret, be roused into a delightfully naughty world fusing good old-fashioned fun with the romp of vaudeville. Leather Lungs crosses with religion, fistfights with sexuality and discos with dildos.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2017
Direct from Melbourne, international artist, Jason Chasland, returns home for the New Zealand premiere of Leather Lungs: Son of a Preacher. Within the burgeoning genre of alternative cabaret, be roused into a delightfully naughty world fusing good old-fashioned fun with the romp of vaudeville. Leather Lungs crosses with religion, fistfights with sexuality and discos with dildos.
The Court Youth Company presents Bite-Sized Plays in TRIO
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Young performers are serving audiences bite-sized theatrical treats in Trios. The Court Youth Company bring their unique voices and perspectives to the Gloucester Room of the Isaac Theatre Royal with a collection of short plays devised and performed by the company.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Young performers are serving audiences bite-sized theatrical treats in Trios. The Court Youth Company bring their unique voices and perspectives to the Gloucester Room of the Isaac Theatre Royal with a collection of short plays devised and performed by the company.
Festive Fun Returns to The Court Theatre in A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Deck the halls, dust off your baubles and get ready to be part of a show that makes everyone laugh like the Dickens: A Christmas Carol is returning to The Forge at The Court Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Deck the halls, dust off your baubles and get ready to be part of a show that makes everyone laugh like the Dickens: A Christmas Carol is returning to The Forge at The Court Theatre.
BWW Review: JEKYLL & HYDE at Pumphouse Theatre Takapuna
by Monica Moore - November 29, 2017
Creating an atmosphere of eerie drama in Victorian London has been successfully achieved by North Shore Music Theatre's Production of Jekyll and Hyde on at the Pumphouse Theatre, Takapuna.
by Monica Moore - November 29, 2017
Creating an atmosphere of eerie drama in Victorian London has been successfully achieved by North Shore Music Theatre's Production of Jekyll and Hyde on at the Pumphouse Theatre, Takapuna.
The Court Youth Company presents Bite-Sized Plays in TRIO
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Young performers are serving audiences bite-sized theatrical treats in Trios. The Court Youth Company bring their unique voices and perspectives to the Gloucester Room of the Isaac Theatre Royal with a collection of short plays devised and performed by the company.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017
Young performers are serving audiences bite-sized theatrical treats in Trios. The Court Youth Company bring their unique voices and perspectives to the Gloucester Room of the Isaac Theatre Royal with a collection of short plays devised and performed by the company.
BWW Review: SISTER ACT at ASB Waterfront Auckland
by Monica Moore - November 27, 2017
'Get thee to a nunnery' now has a whole new meaning after seeing Sister Act at the ASB Waterfront Theatre on Saturday night. The audience loved it, their energetic clapping and 'wa-hoos' said it all, with most jumping to their feet during the final number.
by Monica Moore - November 27, 2017
'Get thee to a nunnery' now has a whole new meaning after seeing Sister Act at the ASB Waterfront Theatre on Saturday night. The audience loved it, their energetic clapping and 'wa-hoos' said it all, with most jumping to their feet during the final number.
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