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December 11, 2018
DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS 2018 – the winnersThe 9th Annual Dunedin Theatre Awards were presented last night at Hanover Hall. The ceremony was kept humming along by MC Barry Dorking, and…
DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS 2018 – the winners The 9th Annual Dunedin Theatre Awards were presented last night at Hanover Hall. The ceremony was kept humming along by MC Barry Dorking, and Awards were presented by theatre’s Living Taonga, Louise Petherbridge, OSM.
December 10, 2018
NGĀ WHAKARĀKEI O WHĀTAITAI 2018 The Wellington Theatre Awards Wellington’s theatre industry assembled at the Amokura Gallery, Te Papa on the evening of Sunday 9 December to honour theatrical achievements…
NGĀ WHAKARĀKEI O WHĀTAITAI 2018 The Wellington Theatre Awards Wellington’s theatre industry assembled at the Amokura Gallery, Te Papa on the evening of Sunday 9 December to honour theatrical achievements and artistic excellence in 2018. The celebrations centred on the theme of Our Voice, honouring 125 years of women’s suffrage. The evening began with a karanga and mihi led Toni Huata and Tānemahuta Gray. A roaring waiata of ‘Tutira Mai Ngā Iwi’ by the whole room of 300 guests followed, starting the night off – and ended the formalities – with a sense of unity and collective pride.* This year’s awards were hosted with warmth and generosity of spirit by new MC Jo Randerson, artistic director of Barbarian Productions. Jo spoke to the inclusivity, fairness and support sought by the passionate community of theatre practitioners in the capital.
December 7, 2018
SEARCH BEGINS FOR NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) today announced that Richard Evans of cultural advisors, REĂ Consulting, has been engaged to assist with…
SEARCH BEGINS FOR NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY Auckland Theatre Company (ATC) today announced that Richard Evans of cultural advisors, REĂ Consulting, has been engaged to assist with the search for the Company’s new Chief Executive. Outgoing Chief Executive Lester McGrath has resigned to take up the position of Executive Director at the Royal New Zealand Ballet and will leave ATC at the beginning of next year, having led the company for nearly twelve years.
December 6, 2018
TOI WHAKAARI New Zealand Drama School seeks ACTING TUTORS x3 Due to expansion, an exciting set of opportunities have become available at Toi Whakaari for the right people to join…
TOI WHAKAARI New Zealand Drama School seeks ACTING TUTORS x3 Due to expansion, an exciting set of opportunities have become available at Toi Whakaari for the right people to join the Acting department as Tutors or Senior Tutors, teaching the Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting) alongside a dedicated team of teachers, industry specialists and creative practitioners. Our acting programme is the leading trainer of actors in New Zealand. For nearly 50 years, our graduates have had an outstanding record of success within the stage, screen and events industries in New Zealand and overseas.
December 1, 2018
TOI WHAKAARI SEEKS TWO ARTS MANAGEMENT TUTORS Toi Whakaari has an exciting opportunity for two full-time Tutors with an understanding of the artistry required to be effective leaders and managers…
TOI WHAKAARI SEEKS TWO ARTS MANAGEMENT TUTORS Toi Whakaari has an exciting opportunity for two full-time Tutors with an understanding of the artistry required to be effective leaders and managers in the performing arts. The successful applicants will join our teaching staff and help deliver and shape new content for the sought-after Bachelor of Performing Arts (Management) programme.
November 29, 2018
DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS SET TO SHINE THE SPOTLIGHTFinalists have been announced for the 2018 Dunedin Theatre Awards. The annual Awards celebration, in its 9th year, is to be held at…
DUNEDIN THEATRE AWARDS SET TO SHINE THE SPOTLIGHT Finalists have been announced for the 2018 Dunedin Theatre Awards. The annual Awards celebration, in its 9th year, is to be held at Hanover Hall on Monday 10th December. This beautiful ex-church building is well-known to Dunedin as previously being several nightclubs. Over the past couple of years it has been transformed into the home of the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, and was acknowledged as a fine new addition to the performance spaces of Dunedin at last year’s Awards.
November 29, 2018
Taki Rua Productions seeks BOOKINGS CO-ORDINATOR / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Taki Rua Productions (based in Wellington) is looking for a part time administrator to join a small team to take responsibility…
Taki Rua Productions seeks BOOKINGS CO-ORDINATOR / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Taki Rua Productions (based in Wellington) is looking for a part time administrator to join a small team to take responsibility for running the bookings process for our very successful schools Te Reo Maori Tour and assisting the Production Manager with their role on all of our productions throughout 2019. This role works closely with the Kaiwhakahaere Matua / General Manager, and supports the Production Manager to accomplish theatre production administration requirements. Previous experience in theatre productions would be useful but not essential.
November 27, 2018
TUTOR – Set & Props – Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School Wellington City – WellingtonVACANCY: SET & PROPS TUTOR (0.5)We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified person…
TUTOR - Set & Props – Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School Wellington City – Wellington VACANCY: SET & PROPS TUTOR (0.5) We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified person to join our team as a part‐time Tutor for our recently introduced diploma in set and props construction (NZ Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties). This is a unique opportunity to provide students with a variety of skills that will lead to employment in film, theatre and allied industries, working alongside a dedicated team of teachers, industry specialists and creative practitioners.
November 26, 2018
AHILAN KARUNAHARAN WINS THE BRUCE MASON AWARD The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award was presented to Ahilan Karunaharan at the Playmarket Accolades held at the Hannah Playhouse in Wellington on 25…
AHILAN KARUNAHARAN WINS THE BRUCE MASON AWARD The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award was presented to Ahilan Karunaharan at the Playmarket Accolades held at the Hannah Playhouse in Wellington on 25 November 2018. The $10,000 cash prize recognises professional success in the career of the writer and is designed to encourage their continued exploration of the theatre medium.
November 26, 2018
AUDITIONS CHRISTCHURCH PRIDE FESTIVAL CABARET 2019 Blackboard Theatre Collective is seeking dynamic performers for our upcoming revue-style show to be presented during Christchurch’s Pride Festival in March.Auditions will be held…
AUDITIONS CHRISTCHURCH PRIDE FESTIVAL CABARET 2019 Blackboard Theatre Collective is seeking dynamic performers for our upcoming revue-style show to be presented during Christchurch’s Pride Festival in March. Auditions will be held Saturday 1st December. Applicants should be strong vocalists with a great sense of story telling and comedic timing. The revue style will require performers to be comfortable performing in an intimate space with a cabaret feel.
November 23, 2018
WELLINGTON THEATRE AWARDS 2018 AND THE NOMINEES ARE… The Wellington Theatre Awards are proud to celebrate another exciting, engaging and highly entertaining year of professional theatre in the cultural capital…
WELLINGTON THEATRE AWARDS 2018 AND THE NOMINEES ARE… The Wellington Theatre Awards are proud to celebrate another exciting, engaging and highly entertaining year of professional theatre in the cultural capital on the evening of: Sunday 9 December at 6.30pm in the Amokura Gallery at the Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongawera. This year’s awards ceremony will celebrate with the theme of Our Voice - a reflection on and celebration of 125 years of women’s suffrage in New Zealand and the power of the collective voice. Together we will honour and acknowledge the brightest stars among the actors, directors, producers, writers, designers, technicians and theatre affiliates who have graced Wellington’s stages in 2018.
November 15, 2018
ADAM NZ PLAY AWARDSubmissions are open for the 2019 Adam NZ Play Award.Awards may be given in the following categories:Best Play Best Play by a Māori Playwright Best Play by…
ADAM NZ PLAY AWARD Submissions are open for the 2019 Adam NZ Play Award. Awards may be given in the following categories: Best Play Best Play by a Māori Playwright Best Play by a Pasifika Playwright Best Play by a Woman Playwright
November 13, 2018
FAREWELL TO THE FORTUNE Mayfair Theatre Saturday, November 10 By BARBARA FRAME Otago Daily Times, Monday 12 November 2018 Fortune Theatre farwelled with appropriate frivolity The Fortune Theatre closed, suddenly…
FAREWELL TO THE FORTUNE Mayfair Theatre Saturday, November 10 By BARBARA FRAME Otago Daily Times, Monday 12 November 2018 Fortune Theatre farwelled with appropriate frivolity The Fortune Theatre closed, suddenly and shockingly, six months ago, and this memorial occasion could have been sombre - but Farewell to the Fortune, produced by Stage South, was nothing of the sort. Billed as a “gala” and promising “fun & frivolity,” it consisted of excerpts from four of theatre’s best-loved comedies.
November 8, 2018
CHRISTIAN PENNY RESIGNS AS DIRECTOR OF TOI WHAKAARI: NZ DRAMA SCHOOL AFTER SEVEN YEARS With sadness, the Board of Trustees of Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School has accepted the…
CHRISTIAN PENNY RESIGNS AS DIRECTOR OF TOI WHAKAARI: NZ DRAMA SCHOOL AFTER SEVEN YEARS With sadness, the Board of Trustees of Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School has accepted the resignation of Director Christian Penny. Penny took over the leadership of the school in 2011 after more than nine years as Head of Directing. Prior to that, he had been a successful freelance theatre director and co-director of the company Theatre at Large. Board chair Tim Walker praised Penny’s contribution as Director: “Christian has played a defining role in the development of Toi Whakaari. It is impossible to imagine the school being the exceptional learning organisation it is today without the brave and insightful leadership he has provided over the past seven years.
November 1, 2018
Open Call – Worldwide Tender THEATERTREFFEN STÜCKEMARKT 2019 by Berliner Festspiele Where are the artists who turn the rules, forms and aesthetics of the theatre upside down, challenge them, think…
Open Call – Worldwide Tender THEATERTREFFEN STÜCKEMARKT 2019 by Berliner Festspiele Where are the artists who turn the rules, forms and aesthetics of the theatre upside down, challenge them, think differently and develop new texts, forms and formats? Under the heading “What happens after the protest?” Stückemarkt is searching for work that goes beyond descriptions of a status quo, imagines possible futures and seeks new forms of artistic-activist interference. For the first time Stückemarkt is asking artists worldwide to submit work addressing questions that go further than romanticizing revolts but rather pursue the question of what other worlds could possibly look like.
October 31, 2018
Peter Hawes R.I.P.
Peter Hawes R.I.P.
October 4, 2018
THE PERFORMANCE ARCADE 2019 INTERNSHIPS We need people with exceptional superpowers who want to be part of making Wellington’s The Performance Arcade 2019 a fantastic year. Are you after the…
THE PERFORMANCE ARCADE 2019 INTERNSHIPS We need people with exceptional superpowers who want to be part of making Wellington’s The Performance Arcade 2019 a fantastic year. Are you after the opportunity to work on an event dedicated to exhibiting performance in all its forms?
September 12, 2018
WELLINGTON SUMMER SHAKESPEARE AUDITIONS Performers are invited to audition for roles in the Wellington Summer Shakespeare production of Hamlet to be staged in the Botanical Gardens in February 2019. Please…
WELLINGTON SUMMER SHAKESPEARE AUDITIONS Performers are invited to audition for roles in the Wellington Summer Shakespeare production of Hamlet to be staged in the Botanical Gardens in February 2019. Please note: This audition process is for general auditions – i.e. all other characters in the play – the role of Hamlet has already been cast. Hamlet is being played by Stevie Hancox-Monk with a mixed gender cast. This will be a contemporary, ensemble-based production directed by David O’Donnell, award-winning director, author, lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington and the first person to direct a Summer Shakespeare in the Botanical Gardens in 1990.
September 5, 2018
NZ THEATRE MONTH Poster Competition WINNERS The aim of the poster competition is to reward the best posters which, in the opinion of the judge, are most likely to attract…
NZ THEATRE MONTH Poster Competition WINNERS The aim of the poster competition is to reward the best posters which, in the opinion of the judge, are most likely to attract people to attend and which best combine a summation of what the work is about with good design. There were two categories: Best Design for a Professional Production and Best Design for a Community Production, with eligiblity being limited to any show staged between July 2017 and June 2018.
September 3, 2018
BATS CALLS FOR NZ FRINGE 2019 PITCHES BATS is now calling for pitches for the 2019 NZ Fringe Festival (Friday 1 – Saturday 23 March 2019).
BATS CALLS FOR NZ FRINGE 2019 PITCHES BATS is now calling for pitches for the 2019 NZ Fringe Festival (Friday 1 – Saturday 23 March 2019).
September 3, 2018
SOAPBOX: Opinion piece by Jacinda Ardern The PM and Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage calls for art for the many, not the few. The word of the year is…
SOAPBOX: Opinion piece by Jacinda Ardern The PM and Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage calls for art for the many, not the few. The word of the year is a tradition where dictionary-makers chose one word each year that reflects the mood of the moment.
September 3, 2018
PANNZ ARTS MARKET 2019 The DEADLINE IS LOOMING to apply to pitch at PANNZ Arts Market 2019 (and/or to express interest in touring with Tour-Makers in 2020). Applications must close…
PANNZ ARTS MARKET 2019 The DEADLINE IS LOOMING to apply to pitch at PANNZ Arts Market 2019 (and/or to express interest in touring with Tour-Makers in 2020). Applications must close Monday 17 September. There are four presentation categories you can apply for, and the right category for pitching your work will depend on whether it is an idea, in development or ready to tour.
August 30, 2018
New Zealand Theatre Month. Standing Room Only chat about NZ Theatre Month with Roger Hall, Renee Liang and Thomas Sainsbury.
New Zealand Theatre Month. Standing Room Only chat about NZ Theatre Month with Roger Hall, Renee Liang and Thomas Sainsbury.
