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FRESH INK READINGS to Showcase New Zealand Playwrights

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'.
BWW Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Off Broadway Papakura

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

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.
Anton Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA Returns to The Court Theatre

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

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).
New Zealand Fringe Announces Award Partnership with San Diego International Fringe

New Zealand Fringe Announces Award Partnership with San Diego International Fringe

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2017
???????NZ Fringe Wellington is thrilled to announce a new award partnership with San Diego International Fringe that will see local lads Allergic to Love head over to perform in July this year.
CINDERELLA IN SPACE Comes to The Court Theatre

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.
Comedy, Drama and All That Jazz: The Court Announces The Meridian Energy 2017/18 Seas

Comedy, Drama and All That Jazz: The Court Announces The Meridian Energy 2017/18 Season

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2017
The Court Theatre has announced its new season for 2017-2018.
The Court Theatre Appoints New Associate Director

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.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage

Photo Flash: First Look at THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage

by BWW News Desk — March 14, 2017
The Witches of Eastwick is playing at CentreStage 10-25 March.
BWW Review: EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED at Auckland Music Theatre Company At Westpoint Perf

BWW Review: EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED at Auckland Music Theatre Company At Westpoint Performing Arts Centre

by Monica Moore — March 14, 2017
Auckland Music Theatre Company has sold out for it's cabaret season of 'Expect the Unexpected'.
BWW Review: THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage Orewa

BWW Review: THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage Orewa

by Monica Moore — March 10, 2017
Bravo to CentreStage Theatre company for their choice of show.
BWW Feature: ARTIMUS at Burning Man Productions

BWW Feature: ARTIMUS at Burning Man Productions

by Monica Moore — March 10, 2017
Burning Man Productions, formed in 2015,  is on a mission of becoming an integral part of the performing arts industry by offering support to the growing dance/performer community in New Zealand.
BWW Review: PETER GYNT [RECYCLED] at ASB Waterfront Theatre Auckland

BWW Review: PETER GYNT [RECYCLED] at ASB Waterfront Theatre Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 10, 2017
The applause received by the cast of 'Peter Gynt [recylced] after the opening night performance was strong, appreciative and long; extended by an audience who had indeed been taken on a 'wild ride'.
Auckland Arts Festival Opens to Entertain the Masses

Auckland Arts Festival Opens to Entertain the Masses

by BWW News Desk — March 9, 2017
For the next 19 days, the AAF will once again envelop the city in vibrant music, dance, theatre and art.
Broadway Studio Returns To BATS Theatre

Broadway Studio Returns To BATS Theatre

by BWW News Desk — March 9, 2017
Following a sold out 2016, Broadway Studio, Wellingtons' own monthly musical theatre showcase, is returning to BATS Theatre on the 30th of March, for it's first show of 2017.
BWW Blog:  Bootlegs - Why They Exist and Why We Discourage Them

BWW Blog: Bootlegs - Why They Exist and Why We Discourage Them

by K-Ci Williams — March 7, 2017
Watching a filmed recording of a Broadway show is actually piracy - and just really bad manners.
Auckland Arts Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow

Auckland Arts Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow

by BWW News Desk — March 7, 2017
Arts-lovers, take your marks… The annual Auckland Arts Festival (AAF) kicks off tomorrow, Wednesday 8 March.
Oliver Driver to Direct Michael Hurst and Morgana O'Reilly in the Award-Winning AMADE

Oliver Driver to Direct Michael Hurst and Morgana O'Reilly in the Award-Winning AMADEUS

by BWW News Desk — March 5, 2017
Auckland Theatre Company's third show in the brand-new ASB Waterfront Theatre is Sir Peter Shaffer's awarding winning, psychological-thriller, Amadeus, presented by ASB.
BWW Review: MEA TAU at Basement Theatre Auckland

BWW Review: MEA TAU at Basement Theatre Auckland

by Monica Moore — March 1, 2017
I found Kennar's work and the performance so engaging that time became timeless as I feasted on the enthralling piece that unfolded before me.
BWW Preview: THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage Orewa

BWW Preview: THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK at CentreStage Orewa

by Monica Moore — February 28, 2017
This musical show ticks all the boxes.
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Heads to The Court Theatre Next Mon

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Heads to The Court Theatre Next Month

by BWW News Desk — February 27, 2017
After taking Broadway and the West End by storm, the celebrated theatrical adaptation of Mark Haddon's award-winning novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time is heading to The Court Theatre's stage.
Burning Man Productions Tells Story Inspired by Nature Goddess in ARTIMUS

Burning Man Productions Tells Story Inspired by Nature Goddess in ARTIMUS

by BWW News Desk — February 26, 2017
ARTIMUS is a modern dance theatre work from some of New Zealand's top Commercial dancers.
MEA TAU to be Presented as Part of Auckland Fringe Fest

MEA TAU to be Presented as Part of Auckland Fringe Fest

by BWW News Desk — February 26, 2017
Mea Tau.
Circa Theatre Proudly presents WTF! Women's Theatre Festival

Circa Theatre Proudly presents WTF! Women's Theatre Festival

by BWW News Desk — February 16, 2017
Circa Theatre is proud to curate and host WTF! Women's Theatre Festival, celebrating women's voices and following on from 2016's hugely successful Women in Theatre Hui.

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