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The Court Presents TITUS ANDRONICUS

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.
The Court Launches Play Mates in Christchurch

The Court Launches Play Mates in Christchurch

by BWW News Desk — January 7, 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.
PUFF Soars Into The Court

PUFF Soars Into The Court

by BWW News Desk — January 4, 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

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.
The Court Youth Company presents Bite-Sized Plays in TRIO

The Court Youth Company presents Bite-Sized Plays in TRIO

by BWW News Desk — December 7, 2017
Young performers are serving audiences bite-sized theatrical treats in Trios.
Festive Fun Returns to The Court Theatre in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Festive Fun Returns to The Court Theatre in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

by BWW News Desk — December 2, 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

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.
The Court Youth Company presents Bite-Sized Plays in TRIO

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.
BWW Review: SISTER ACT at ASB Waterfront Auckland

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.
Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MU

Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MUSICAL; Cast Announced!

by BWW News Desk — November 25, 2017
The Riverlea Theatre Company, which is located in Hamilton, New Zealand, will present the New Zealand premiere of the Off-Broadway hit, Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis.
The Gift Of Theatre Keeps On Giving At The Court With PUFF THE MAGIC DRAGON Tickets f

The Gift Of Theatre Keeps On Giving At The Court With PUFF THE MAGIC DRAGON Tickets for Charity

by BWW News Desk — November 14, 2017
Theatre lovers will share the joy and magic of the stage with kids all over Christchurch this Christmas with The Court Theatre's 'Gift of Theatre'.
BWW Review: RED SPEEDO at ASB Waterfront Auckland

BWW Review: RED SPEEDO at ASB Waterfront Auckland

by Monica Moore — November 9, 2017
The audience, like a swimmer on the heels of the winner are absorbed; engagement levels surpass time and we find ourselves suspended; knowledge of the 90 minute time frame is superfluous.
Festive Fun Returns to The Court Theatre in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Festive Fun Returns to The Court Theatre in A CHRISTMAS CAROL

by BWW News Desk — November 6, 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.
CHICAGO Brings Murder, Fame, and All That Jazz to the Court Theatre

CHICAGO Brings Murder, Fame, and All That Jazz to the Court Theatre

by BWW News Desk — October 30, 2017
Welcome to a world where celebrity is everything, sex sells and you can get away with murder if you razzle-dazzle the media.
BWW Review: SWEET CHARITY at Manukau Performing Arts Spotlight Theatre Auckland

BWW Review: SWEET CHARITY at Manukau Performing Arts Spotlight Theatre Auckland

by Monica Moore — October 28, 2017
A big tick for Manukau Performing Arts' production of Sweet Charity.
Auckland City Limits Music Festival Returns In 2018; Inaugural Sydney City Limits Mus

Auckland City Limits Music Festival Returns In 2018; Inaugural Sydney City Limits Music Festival Announced

by BWW News Desk — October 24, 2017
Organizers have just announced the return of Auckland City Limits Music Festival and the first-ever Sydney City Limits Music Festival, taking place in February/March 2018.
Broadway Dreams to Expand Program to New Zealand This January

Broadway Dreams to Expand Program to New Zealand This January

by BWW News Desk — October 10, 2017
Broadway Dreams is expanding its international programming to include New Zealand with a nine-day program, January 14 - January 21, 2018.
30 Below and Pay What You Can Launches at The Court

30 Below and Pay What You Can Launches at The Court

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2017
The Court Theatre has been bringing drama, music, comedy and joy to Christchurch for almost fifty years.
Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MU

Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MUSICAL; Cast Announced!

by BWW News Desk — October 4, 2017
The Riverlea Theatre Company, which is located in Hamilton, New Zealand, will present the New Zealand premiere of the Off-Broadway hit, Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis.
BWW Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD at Playhouse Theatre Auckland

BWW Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD at Playhouse Theatre Auckland

by Monica Moore — September 25, 2017
The New Zealand premier of Sunset Boulevard opened at the Playhouse Theatre in Glen Eden on Saturday night.
BWW Review: THAT BLOODY WOMAN at Touring New Zealand

BWW Review: THAT BLOODY WOMAN at Touring New Zealand

by Monica Moore — September 22, 2017
'That Bloody Woman' brings a new, fresh vitality to the world stage' It touches the spirit of humanity and packages it in a powerful mix of sexy-punk juxtaposed with the historically authentic, smokey haze, flashy lighting and emotionally charged totally awesome music that will literally rock you.
The Court Theatre Brings VENUS IN FUR to the Mainstage

The Court Theatre Brings VENUS IN FUR to the Mainstage

by BWW News Desk — September 22, 2017
50 Shades of Grey swept the world into a fluster and kicked kink culture into the mainstream.
BWW Review: LAST LEGS at ASB Waterfront Auckland

BWW Review: LAST LEGS at ASB Waterfront Auckland

by Monica Moore — September 19, 2017
Hall's characters exemplify that age does not wither, eccentricities are accented, reputations less important and the quest for satisfaction and meaning from life heightens as the reality of mortality looms closer.
Hands Up to See Ducklings at The Court Theatre!

Hands Up to See Ducklings at The Court Theatre!

by BWW News Desk — September 18, 2017
There's going to be a real quack-up these school holidays.
LOBSTERS Offers Dance Theatre with a Dali Twist

LOBSTERS Offers Dance Theatre with a Dali Twist

by BWW News Desk — September 9, 2017
Salvador Dali is the inspiration behind the new dance-theatre work, Lobsters, coming to Wellington's Circa Theatre this October.

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