January 18, 2016

THE GLOBE THEATRE DUNEDIN RE-OPENING After being dark for nearly 15 months for structural repair work Dunedin’s Globe Theatre re-opens on Thursday 25 February 2016, (its 55th season) with a…

THE GLOBE THEATRE DUNEDIN RE-OPENING After being dark for nearly 15 months for structural repair work Dunedin’s Globe Theatre re-opens on Thursday 25 February 2016, (its 55th season) with a season of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest.

January 12, 2016

BATS Programme Manager – JOB OPPORTUNITY Play a key role in one of New Zealand’s leading arts organisations! BATS Theatre is the largest developmental theatre in New Zealand, presenting an…

BATS Programme Manager – JOB OPPORTUNITY Play a key role in one of New Zealand’s leading arts organisations! BATS Theatre is the largest developmental theatre in New Zealand, presenting an annual programme of more than 80 shows across three performance spaces that encompass theatre, dance, music and comedy. BATS is recognised and funded as an Arts Leadership Organisation by Creative New Zealand and is also supported by the Wellington City Council.

January 11, 2016

AUDITIONS FOR THE COURT THEATRE IN CHRISTCHURCH Auditions for The Court Theatre in Christchurch will be happening on Thursday 11th February in Christchurch (at the Court Theatre) and on Saturday…

AUDITIONS FOR THE COURT THEATRE IN CHRISTCHURCH Auditions for The Court Theatre in Christchurch will be happening on Thursday 11th February in Christchurch (at the Court Theatre) and on Saturday 13th February in Auckland (venue TBC) The Court Theatre is New Zealand's foremost, professional theatre company offering entertainment of the highest quality. They employ professionals nationally, internationally, and are fully dedicated to fostering and supporting all those artists.

January 11, 2016

MAIDMENT THEATRE CLOSED DUE TO EARTHQUAKE RISK Four of the Auckland Theatre Company’s 2016 productions are being re-located to alternative venues following the announcement that the Maidment Theatre will be…

MAIDMENT THEATRE CLOSED DUE TO EARTHQUAKE RISK Four of the Auckland Theatre Company’s 2016 productions are being re-located to alternative venues following the announcement that the Maidment Theatre will be closed indefinitely, as a result of the theatre being deemed an earthquake risk.

January 9, 2016

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SINGING AND DRAMATIC ART POSITION VACANT: Performing Arts (Acting) Senior Lecturer: Full time, Permanent. Lead the acting courses within a unique programme in one of New Zealand’s…

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SINGING AND DRAMATIC ART POSITION VACANT: Performing Arts (Acting) Senior Lecturer: Full time, Permanent. Lead the acting courses within a unique programme in one of New Zealand’s foremost tertiary performing arts schools offering a Bachelor of Perform ing Arts (Music Theatre) degree Contribute to the legacy of the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Arts’ 21 year history Be part of a dynamic team of leading performing arts professionals

December 24, 2015

NEW ZEALAND’S COMEDIC GOLD RECOGNISED From Jamie Bowen to Justine Smith to Funny Girls, the NZ Comedy Guild Awards sent the year off in style (and a dash of gold)…

NEW ZEALAND’S COMEDIC GOLD RECOGNISED From Jamie Bowen to Justine Smith to Funny Girls, the NZ Comedy Guild Awards sent the year off in style (and a dash of gold) last Sunday. Held at the Classic, the awards were hosted by long-standing Best MC Nick Rado and featured a plethora of talent from across the country. All awards were nominated and chosen by the community, excepting the President’s Medal, which is chosen by the Guild board itself.

December 20, 2015

Very best wishes to you all from THEATREVIEW for a fine festive season and a creatively regenerating New Year. For the record, the stats for 2015 are:

Very best wishes to you all from THEATREVIEW for a fine festive season and a creatively regenerating New Year. For the record, the stats for 2015 are:

December 15, 2015

HUMOROUS ARTS TRUST Humorous Arts Trust awards 2015’s best comics in Wellington An awards ceremony on Sunday night officially confirmed who the funniest comics in Wellington City are. The Humorous…

HUMOROUS ARTS TRUST Humorous Arts Trust awards 2015’s best comics in Wellington An awards ceremony on Sunday night officially confirmed who the funniest comics in Wellington City are. The Humorous Arts Trust presented the Wellies Comedy Awards, at a gala awards night, showcasing the best and brightest of comedic talent in the capital, with winners receiving a trophy made of a wellington gumboot.

December 8, 2015

Auckland Theatre Awards 2015 – Winners TOP ACCOLADES HANDED OUT TO AUCKLAND’S THEATRE COMMUNITY The Auckland Theatre Awards celebrated their 7th anniversary last night including the formally judged Excellence Awards.…

Auckland Theatre Awards 2015 – Winners TOP ACCOLADES HANDED OUT TO AUCKLAND’S THEATRE COMMUNITY The Auckland Theatre Awards celebrated their 7th anniversary last night including the formally judged Excellence Awards. The awards were decided on by a panel of 6 judges who were kept secret until the event last night.

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