December 8, 2015

DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS CELEBRATE MANY THEATRE SUCCESSES Dunedin celebrated its theatre community in style last night at Allen Hall Theatre. The ceremony was presided over by two very special guests;…

DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS CELEBRATE MANY THEATRE SUCCESSES Dunedin celebrated its theatre community in style last night at Allen Hall Theatre. The ceremony was presided over by two very special guests; MC Barry Dorking, and the esteemed Louise Petherbridge QSO, who was the recipient of Dunedin Theatre Award’s ‘Living Taonga’ Award in 2012.

December 7, 2015

ALL OUR SONS DOMINATES THEATRE AWARDS Wellington’s Oscars, the Wellington Theatre Awards, are notable for their strong Māori and Pacific Island presence this year, writes Sarah Catherall For more than…

ALL OUR SONS DOMINATES THEATRE AWARDS Wellington’s Oscars, the Wellington Theatre Awards, are notable for their strong Māori and Pacific Island presence this year, writes Sarah Catherall For more than two decades, senior legal partner Neil Gray backed Wellington theatre, ensuring its annual awards were amply sponsored so actors, directors and set designers could be rewarded for their craft.

December 7, 2015

WELLINGTON THEATRE AWARDS 2015 In 2015 the Cultural Capital was host to 191 theatre events, all of which were celebrated Sunday 6th December at the Wellington Theatre Awards, held at…

WELLINGTON THEATRE AWARDS 2015 In 2015 the Cultural Capital was host to 191 theatre events, all of which were celebrated Sunday 6th December at the Wellington Theatre Awards, held at Circa Theatre. Hosted by debonair MC James Nokise, and hilariously accompanied by minstrels Carrie Green and Jack Buchanan – this epic, diverse and creative year was recognised as a make or break moment for the industry. In going forward in an increasingly tough arts market, unanimous calls for collaboration, creativity and community were encouraged.

December 3, 2015

AUCKLAND THEATRE AWARDS 2015 THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD nominations have been counted, see you next Monday to find out who the winners are!!!

AUCKLAND THEATRE AWARDS 2015 THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD nominations have been counted, see you next Monday to find out who the winners are!!!

December 2, 2015

DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS 2015 – NOMINATIONS Annual celebration of Dunedin Theatre returns On Monday 7 December 2015, the Dunedin Theatre Reviewers’ Collective shall host the 6th Annual Dunedin Theatre Awards.…

DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS 2015 - NOMINATIONS Annual celebration of Dunedin Theatre returns On Monday 7 December 2015, the Dunedin Theatre Reviewers’ Collective shall host the 6th Annual Dunedin Theatre Awards. These awards were created to celebrate the achievements of the Dunedin theatre community, to acknowledge excellence in theatre performance in Dunedin, and to encourage diverse and continued participation in Dunedin theatre. The generous support of donors, including Otago Community Trust and DCC Creative Communities Scheme, has ensured that this year’s celebration will be a fitting tribute to the hard work and talent of so many.

November 29, 2015

The Basement’s Producer Development Initiative, a six month professional development internship for emerging producers in the performing arts

The Basement's Producer Development Initiative, a six month professional development internship for emerging producers in the performing arts

November 25, 2015

Wellington Theatre Awards 2015 A Grand Celebration of Wellington Professional Theatre.We cordially invite you to join us for an evening celebrating another engaging year of theatre – The Wellington Theatre…

Wellington Theatre Awards 2015 A Grand Celebration of Wellington Professional Theatre. We cordially invite you to join us for an evening celebrating another engaging year of theatre - The Wellington Theatre Awards 2015, 7.30pm Sunday 6th December at Circa Theatre. Previously the Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards, we are proud to invite you to this ceremony in honour of theatrical excellence and creativity. The nominees for 2015 are listed below -

November 25, 2015

RESULTS OF CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND’S REVIEW OF THEATRE Increasing audiences for New Zealand theatre and the diversity of work being presented will be areas of focus for Creative New Zealand’s…

RESULTS OF CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND'S REVIEW OF THEATRE Increasing audiences for New Zealand theatre and the diversity of work being presented will be areas of focus for Creative New Zealand’s support of theatre over the next five years. Following a review of Creative New Zealand’s support of theatre the Arts Council agreed future support will focus on strengthening:

November 25, 2015

FORTUNE THEATRE ANNOUNCES NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jonathon Hendry as our new Artistic Director. Jonathon will commence his role on 1 February, 2016.Jonathon…

FORTUNE THEATRE ANNOUNCES NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jonathon Hendry as our new Artistic Director. Jonathon will commence his role on 1 February, 2016. Jonathon joins us from Toi Whakaari where he held the roles of Director of Actor Training (2013-15), Head of Acting/Associate Director (2000-2013) and Head of Acting (2007-2010). Prior to this he was Head of Acting at UNITEC NZ (2004-2007). He has broad experience as an actor and director since 1999

November 24, 2015

SILO 2016: ANARCHY, VULNERABILITY & SURVIVAL IN THE MODERN WORLD Silo Theatre’s Artistic Director Sophie Roberts is thrilled to announce their 2016 season, a powerful and diverse collection of work…

SILO 2016: ANARCHY, VULNERABILITY & SURVIVAL IN THE MODERN WORLD Silo Theatre’s Artistic Director Sophie Roberts is thrilled to announce their 2016 season, a powerful and diverse collection of work that ‘celebrates the anarchic, the wild and the beautiful fight in us all to survive in a troubling world.’

November 16, 2015

DARK SECRETS AND RAZOR SHARP TALES HAVE A SILVER LINING FOR YOUNG PLAYWRIGHT The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award was presented to Jess Sayer at the Playmarket Accolades held at the…

DARK SECRETS AND RAZOR SHARP TALES HAVE A SILVER LINING FOR YOUNG PLAYWRIGHT The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award was presented to Jess Sayer at the Playmarket Accolades held at the Hannah Playhouse in Wellington on 15 November 2015. The $10,000 cash prize recognises early success in the career of the winning playwright and is designed to encourage their continued exploration of the theatre medium.

November 16, 2015

JEAN BETTS AWARDED THE 2015 PLAYMARKET AWARD The Playmarket Award was presented to Jean Betts at the Playmarket Accolades held at the Hannah Playhouse, in Wellington on 15 November 2015.…

JEAN BETTS AWARDED THE 2015 PLAYMARKET AWARD The Playmarket Award was presented to Jean Betts at the Playmarket Accolades held at the Hannah Playhouse, in Wellington on 15 November 2015. The $20,000 cash prize recognises a playwright who has made a significant artistic contribution to theatre in New Zealand.

November 16, 2015

AUDITION NOTICE Long Cloud Youth Theatre & A Slightly Isolated Dog Summer Collaboration 2015–16 Be a part of Long Cloud Youth Theatre and create a new theatre show. We are…

AUDITION NOTICE Long Cloud Youth Theatre & A Slightly Isolated Dog Summer Collaboration 2015–16 Be a part of Long Cloud Youth Theatre and create a new theatre show. We are looking for company members to work on this exciting collaboration with A Slightly Isolated Dog on a new devised piece directed by Leo Gene Peters.

November 10, 2015

ADAM NZ PLAY AWARD 2016Submissions are open for the Adam NZ Play Award 2016. Awards are given in the following categories: * Best Play * Best Play by a Maori…

ADAM NZ PLAY AWARD 2016 Submissions are open for the Adam NZ Play Award 2016. Awards are given in the following categories: * Best Play * Best Play by a Maori Playwright * Best Play by a Pasifika Playwright * Best Play by a Woman Playwright

November 4, 2015

REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN TO AUDITION FOR LEGACY PROJECT 3 Calling all actors, we need you! We’ve been busy developing some great queer stories and now Legacy Project is looking for…

REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN TO AUDITION FOR LEGACY PROJECT 3 Calling all actors, we need you! We’ve been busy developing some great queer stories and now Legacy Project is looking for actors from all diverse backgrounds and experience to help bring these stories to life. This is your opportunity to be part of Auckland Pride 2016 and perform in a week-long season of six brand new queer works.

November 2, 2015

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE SOUGHT FROM THEATRES, DRAMA SOCIETIES OR GROUPS who may be interested in performing the winning plays from the 2016 Playwrights Association of New Zealand (PANZ) Competition.…

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE SOUGHT FROM THEATRES, DRAMA SOCIETIES OR GROUPS who may be interested in performing the winning plays from the 2016 Playwrights Association of New Zealand (PANZ) Competition. In 2015 all eight winning plays were produced as a single show which ran for six well attended performances at the Dark Room, Palmerston North. The 2016 Competition will also be for the best 10-minute play scripts and eight Finalists will be decided by the end of July 2016.

October 24, 2015

AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS NEXT STAGE OF NEW ZEALAND PLAYS From 13-15 November, Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) will present its 10th Next Stage event – the company’s annual festival of…

AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS NEXT STAGE OF NEW ZEALAND PLAYS From 13-15 November, Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) will present its 10th Next Stage event – the company’s annual festival of new work. The festival is the culmination of one of New Zealand’s most well-resourced professional script development processes. The play may be the thing, but a script only comes alive when actors and a director join in and explore the playwrights’ imagination.

October 22, 2015

A KICK UP THE ARTS! NEW ZEALAND FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 30th ANNIVERSARY AND LAUNCHES 2016 LINE-UP Artistic Director Shelagh Magadza has announced the New Zealand Festival’s programme of events taking place…

A KICK UP THE ARTS! NEW ZEALAND FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 30th ANNIVERSARY AND LAUNCHES 2016 LINE-UP Artistic Director Shelagh Magadza has announced the New Zealand Festival’s programme of events taking place in Wellington over three weeks from 26 February – 20 March 2016. Founded in 1986, the New Zealand Festival is Aotearoa’s largest celebration of cutting-edge arts and culture. One of the five biggest festivals in Australasia, it has sold approximately two million tickets across the past 15 Festivals and drawn a total attendance of more than five million people to its free and ticketed events.

October 22, 2015

AAF 2016 LINE-UP KEEPS GROWING! Check out our new announcements. World Premiere Season show announcements, incredible New Zealand works and so much more just around the corner! As part of…

AAF 2016 LINE-UP KEEPS GROWING! Check out our new announcements. World Premiere Season show announcements, incredible New Zealand works and so much more just around the corner! As part of our World Premiere Season we’re delighted to be co-producing two incredible shows with our friends at NZ Festival -Te Pō and Brass Poppies.

October 20, 2015

2015 PRIME MINISTER’S AWARDS FOR LITERARY ACHIEVEMENT: WINNERS ANNOUNCED Creative New Zealand has announced the winners of the 2015 Prime Minister’s Awards for Literary Achievement. They are social anthropologist Dame…

2015 PRIME MINISTER'S AWARDS FOR LITERARY ACHIEVEMENT: WINNERS ANNOUNCED Creative New Zealand has announced the winners of the 2015 Prime Minister’s Awards for Literary Achievement. They are social anthropologist Dame Joan Metge, playwright Roger Hall and poet Bernadette Hall.

October 13, 2015

THE DUFFY SHOW TOURING OPPORTUNITY IN 2016 The Duffy Show consists of two Auckland based teams (three actors in each team) to tour for a period of approximately ten months…

THE DUFFY SHOW TOURING OPPORTUNITY IN 2016 The Duffy Show consists of two Auckland based teams (three actors in each team) to tour for a period of approximately ten months travelling from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South Island. Performing in Duffy schools with audience sizes ranging from 10 to 400, this is a great way to see the country while practicing your craft and getting paid.

October 7, 2015

CALLING FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR STAB 2016 Are you ready to push some boundaries and take a leap into the unknown? STAB originated in 1995 from BATS Theatre’s desire…

CALLING FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR STAB 2016 Are you ready to push some boundaries and take a leap into the unknown? STAB originated in 1995 from BATS Theatre’s desire to initiate a commission that allowed theatre artists to experiment in a supportive environment. 2016 will be the 21st anniversary of STAB - which is pretty darn exciting!

October 5, 2015

YOUR FAV! AT VIC! Hey you! Do you have an idea for a Fringe show? Are you looking for an unusual or interesting venue? Are you interested in site-specific work?…

YOUR FAV! AT VIC! Hey you! Do you have an idea for a Fringe show? Are you looking for an unusual or interesting venue? Are you interested in site-specific work? Do you have a season for NZ Fringe 2016 already, but want to do the show again in a different space during the festival?