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Review: FUQ BOIZ: The Greatest Showboiz at Bats Theatre

Review: FUQ BOIZ: The Greatest Showboiz at Bats Theatre

by Neil Brewer — May 14, 2026
What did our critic think of FUQ BOIZ at Bats Theatre?
Review: ONCE ON CHUNUK BAIR at Company Theatre At The Rose Centre, Belmont

Review: ONCE ON CHUNUK BAIR at Company Theatre At The Rose Centre, Belmont

by Glenda Pearce — May 8, 2026
Award winning director Paul Rouckchan is clearly invested in bringing out the human elements of a battle remembered as one of bloodiest moments in NZ military history.
Review: WAR HERO at Stagecraft Theatre

Review: WAR HERO at Stagecraft Theatre

by Neil Brewer — May 6, 2026
This is a play that will linger in the mind long after the curtain falls.
Review: MURDER ON THE NILE at Dolphin Theatre

Review: MURDER ON THE NILE at Dolphin Theatre

by Glenda Pearce — April 29, 2026
Opening this Friday at the Dolphin theatre, is another classic mystery thriller from Agatha Christie.
Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Harlequin Musical Theatre

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Harlequin Musical Theatre

by Glenda Pearce — April 27, 2026
This production is one of obvious beauty - and much more.
Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE (ARTHUR MILLER) at Silo, At Q Theatre, Auckland

Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE (ARTHUR MILLER) at Silo, At Q Theatre, Auckland

by Glenda Pearce — April 15, 2026
And incredibly powerful – as powerful as any Greek tragedy might be.
Previews: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Harlequin Theatre, Howick

Previews: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Harlequin Theatre, Howick

by Glenda Pearce — April 15, 2026
In the true spirit of community theatre, Harlequin Musical Theatre is preparing to lift the curtain on its upcoming production of Beauty and the Beast—and behind the scenes, an extraordinary volunteer effort is stealing the show.
Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE BY WITCH Music Theatre at Circa Theatre. Reviewed by Lottie

Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE BY WITCH Music Theatre at Circa Theatre. Reviewed by Lottie Butcher

by Neil Brewer — April 11, 2026
What did our critic think of RIDE THE CYCLONE BY WITCH MUSIC THEATRE at Circa Theatre?
Review: & JULIET by G&T PRODUCTIONS at The Civic

Review: & JULIET by G&T PRODUCTIONS at The Civic

by Neil Brewer — April 10, 2026
& Juliet is a jukebox musical that premiered in Manchester in 2019 before opening in London’s West End later that year.
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN by Kauri Theatre

Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN by Kauri Theatre

by Neil Brewer — April 8, 2026
Catch Me If You Can is a stage musical based on the real-life story of master con artist Frank Abagnale Jr.
Review: CHICAGO by Porirua Little Theatre

Review: CHICAGO by Porirua Little Theatre

by Neil Brewer — April 7, 2026
Chicago is a musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Ebb and Bob Fosse.
Previews: BADJELLY THE WITCH at PUMPHOUSE Theatre, Auckland

Previews: BADJELLY THE WITCH at PUMPHOUSE Theatre, Auckland

by Glenda Pearce — April 6, 2026
This April school holidays, a much-loved story leaps from page to stage as Badjelly the Witch arrives at The Pumphouse in Takapuna—bringing with it a joyful, slightly spooky, and gloriously silly adventure for the whole whānau.
Previews: BROADWAY DREAMS at Rose Centre, Belmont

Previews: BROADWAY DREAMS at Rose Centre, Belmont

by Glenda Pearce — March 20, 2026
Extraordinary young talent being showcased in a series of well-known Broadway tunes - presented by Eden and his talented cohort.
Review: RICHARD O'BRIEN'S ROCKY HORROR SHOW at St James Theatre

Review: RICHARD O'BRIEN'S ROCKY HORROR SHOW at St James Theatre

by Neil Brewer — March 19, 2026
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show premiered in London in 1973, born from his love of sci‑fi B‑movies and glam rock, and quickly grew into a cult theatrical hit celebrated for its wild, subversive energy.
Review: GASPING BY BEN ELTON at Wellington Repertory

Review: GASPING BY BEN ELTON at Wellington Repertory

by Neil Brewer — March 18, 2026
First performed in 1990, Gasping is Ben Elton’s debut stage play, a sharp, satirical comedy that takes gleeful aim at corporate excess.
Robbie Williams Sets Australia and New Zealand Dates for BRITPOP World Tour

Robbie Williams Sets Australia and New Zealand Dates for BRITPOP World Tour

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
Pop star Robbie Williams has announced his return to Australia and New Zealand, bringing his BRITPOP World Tour down under this November to perform some of his biggest AU-NZ shows ever.
Review: THIRTY-SIX at Circa Theatre

Review: THIRTY-SIX at Circa Theatre

by Neil Brewer — March 7, 2026
Bold, often raunchy, frequently funny, and unexpectedly tender
MISS SAIGON To Play Milton Keynes Theatre In April

MISS SAIGON To Play Milton Keynes Theatre In April

by BWW News Desk — March 2, 2026
MISS SAIGON, the acclaimed musical, will be performed at Milton Keynes Theatre from April 7 to 11, featuring powerful storytelling and a talented cast.
Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Civic, Auckland

Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Civic, Auckland

by Glenda Pearce — March 2, 2026
On a sultry Auckland night (in more ways than one), an expectant crowd gathered, some in drag and raucous garb, others bustling from a long week of work.
Review: FRANK. THE MUSICAL at Gryphon Theatre

Review: FRANK. THE MUSICAL at Gryphon Theatre

by Neil Brewer — February 28, 2026
What did our critic think of FRANK.
KING LEAR by Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe

KING LEAR by Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe

by Neil Brewer — February 22, 2026
What did our critic think of KING LEAR at Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe?
Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PumpHouse Theatre Auckland

Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PumpHouse Theatre Auckland

by Glenda Pearce — February 21, 2026
What did our critic think of THE LAST FIVE YEARS at PUmphouse Theatre Auckland?
The Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts Returns This Month

The Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts Returns This Month

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts will run from Feb.
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Gryphon Theatre

Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Gryphon Theatre

by Neil Brewer — February 4, 2026
The Book of Will is a contemporary play by American playwright Lauren Gunderson, first premiering in January 2017 at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre

Review: 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre

by Glenda Pearce — January 18, 2026
What did our critic think of 'MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING' AND 'ROMEO AND JULIET' at Shoreside Theatre?
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