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BWW Previews: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Off Broadway Papakura Auckland by Monica Moore
- July 13, 2017 Glizty, intriguing AND a true story! Papakura Theatre Company's 'Catch Me If You Can' is a extravaganza of singing, dancing and a brilliant story line. As a bonus there's a 12 piece jazz band on stage comprising of some of Auckland's top musicians led by Musical Director Edwin Randell.
NZ Comedy WEED by Anthony McCarten Hits Circa Theatre by BWW News Desk
- July 01, 2017 Billionaire businessman Richard Branson recently hit the headlines suggesting that NZ farmers around should forget expanding the dairy industry and start growing cannabis to survive. Little did he know this was a concept already entertained by a famous NZ author almost two decades previous.
NZ Comedy WEED by Anthony McCarten Hits Circa Theatre by BWW News Desk
- June 30, 2017 Billionaire businessman Richard Branson recently hit the headlines suggesting that NZ farmers around should forget expanding the dairy industry and start growing cannabis to survive. Little did he know this was a concept already entertained by a famous NZ author almost two decades previous.
BWW Review: BRING IT ON at Pumphouse Takapuna by Monica Moore
- June 22, 2017 The epitome of youthful vitality entertained with endless energy North Shore Musical Theatre's 'Bring It On' at the Pumphouse Theatre Takapuna.
The Court Youth Company Take on THE CRUCIBLE by BWW News Desk
- June 21, 2017 A talented ensemble of young actors in The Court Youth Company are taking on Arthur Miller's powerful drama The Crucible.
NZ Comedy WEED by Anthony McCarten Hits Circa Theatre by BWW News Desk
- June 20, 2017 Billionaire businessman Richard Branson recently hit the headlines suggesting that NZ farmers around should forget expanding the dairy industry and start growing cannabis to survive. Little did he know this was a concept already entertained by a famous NZ author almost two decades previous.
Circa Theatre Presents Haunting Tale CAGING SKIES by BWW News Desk
- June 18, 2017 Johannes, a zealous member of the Vienna Hitler Youth, discovers a fateful secret - his family is hiding a young Jewish woman, Elsa, in their home. Her life in his hands, Johannes and Elsa embark on a gripping journey of obsession and love that blurs the lines between the captive and the free, the victorious and the defeated, as the horrors of the war unfold around them and each must find a way to survive.
Ali Harper to Return to The Court Theatre in SONGS FOR NOBODIES by BWW News Desk
- May 29, 2017 Ten years after taking to the stage in the one-woman show, Bombshells, Ali Harper is back to delight Christchurch audiences in Joanna Murray-Smith's Songs for Nobodies.
Shakespeare/Video Game Parody Reloaded at The Court Theatre by BWW News Desk
- May 23, 2017 Ready player one? Hamlet: The Video Game (the stage show) is reloaded and powered up for an explosive return season at The Forge at The Court Theatre this June.
BWW Review: AMADEUS at ASB Waterfront Theatre Auckland by Monica Moore
- May 04, 2017 As the curtain rose on the opening scene of Auckland Theatre Company's Amadeus my ageing aesthetic senses were overwhelmed but like a kid unleashed at a new playground I moved from sensory overload to great joy as the stunning artistry before me sunk in. It was simply beautiful.
FRESH INK READINGS to Showcase New Zealand Playwrights by BWW News Desk
- April 26, 2017 Over three consecutive Sunday afternoons, and accompanied by mulled wine which will be available for purchase, three brand new plays will be presented as 'works-in-progress'. Following each performance, audiences will be invited to provide feedback and engage in discussion about the work.
BWW Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Off Broadway Papakura by Monica Moore
- April 21, 2017 The only difference between a professional show and a community theatre one is the price of the ticket and I was once again convinced of this after the opening night of Papakura Theatre Company's 'Beauty and the Beast.'
Registration Open for the First Annual New Zealand Junior Theatre Celebration by BWW News Desk
- April 18, 2017 Plans are underway to ensure that this year's inaugural JTCNZ gives young musical theatre lovers (yes, that includes you) from around New Zealand loads of surprises and excitement. It will be a journey you and your student's will never forget. As you prep your show and begin making your logistical arrangements, our team is confirming the full program of activities and opportunities, all our special guests and adjudicators, coordinating New Works Showcase groups, getting the venue ready, and creating individualized schedules for all our different groups to make sure JTC New Zealand 2017 is taking things to the next level!
Anton Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA Returns to The Court Theatre by BWW News Desk
- April 18, 2017 One hundred and twenty years after it was first published, Anton Chekhov's celebrated masterpiece Uncle Vanya makes its way back onto The Court Theatre's stage.
Cats, Sports, Sequins, and Sassy Best Friends Dominate Comedy Festival by BWW News Desk
- April 18, 2017 Rose Matafeo returns with a rave Guardian review under her belt, Tessa Waters has been snaffling awards left right and centre, Donna Brookbanks is wading through cats to bring you her first full hour and James Nokise is definitely talking about sports (and only sports, not politics at all).
CINDERELLA IN SPACE Comes to The Court Theatre by BWW News Desk
- March 30, 2017 Cinderella in Space takes our favourite fairy tale into outer space. The show sees our interstellar Cinderella forced to fix the engine on her evil Captain Step-Mummy's spaceship - even though she would rather be working on her own inventions. When Captain Step-Mummy won't let her go to the biggest party in the universe she must take matters into her own hands.
The Court Theatre Appoints New Associate Director by BWW News Desk
- March 27, 2017 Dan Bain, who also holds the position of The Court Jester's Artistic Director and whose work has been seen on stage at The Court previously, has accepted the coveted role.