November 24, 2013

JAMIE McCASKILL AWARDED THE 2013 BRUCE MASON PLAYWRITING AWARD The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award will be presented to Jamie McCaskill at the Playmarket 40th Birthday Accolades in Wellington on 24…

JAMIE McCASKILL AWARDED THE 2013 BRUCE MASON PLAYWRITING AWARD The Bruce Mason Playwriting Award will be presented to Jamie McCaskill at the Playmarket 40th Birthday Accolades in Wellington on 24 November 2013. 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 21, 2013

SUMMER ART WRITING WORKSHOP – applications close 22 Nov

SUMMER ART WRITING WORKSHOP - applications close 22 Nov

November 20, 2013

AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY 2014: IT’S A MATTER OF FAITH ATC announces next year’s season Faith – blind faith, leaps of faith, faithlessness, keeping or losing faith – is the thread…

AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY 2014: IT'S A MATTER OF FAITH ATC announces next year's season Faith - blind faith, leaps of faith, faithlessness, keeping or losing faith - is the thread that ties together Auckland Theatre Company's (ATC) 2014 season. The intrepid line-up comprises two world premieres of new New Zealand works, two New Zealand premieres, two classic revivals and a masterpiece of remembrance.

November 19, 2013

Paul Jenden – choreographer, dancer, lyricist, costume and set designer, actor, playwright – has died

Paul Jenden – choreographer, dancer, lyricist, costume and set designer, actor, playwright – has died

November 18, 2013

HEAD STAGE MANAGER – FORTUNE THEATRE, DUNEDIN Fortune Theatre is calling for applications for the above position. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of one of New Zealand’s…

HEAD STAGE MANAGER – FORTUNE THEATRE, DUNEDIN Fortune Theatre is calling for applications for the above position. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of one of New Zealand’s longest running professional theatre companies.

November 14, 2013

ATC’S CHICAGO SEASON EXTENDED – AGAIN Auckland Theatre Company’s stellar season of Chicago is going to be a lot longer than originally planned. On the back of rave reviews and…

ATC’S CHICAGO SEASON EXTENDED – AGAIN Auckland Theatre Company’s stellar season of Chicago is going to be a lot longer than originally planned. On the back of rave reviews and numerous sold-out houses, the highly popular musical has been extended for its third and final time – to Saturday 21 December.

November 11, 2013

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND Have your final say on our Dance Review During 2013 Creative New Zealand reviewed its funding programmes, priorities and initiatives for supporting New Zealand dance. The review…

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND Have your final say on our Dance Review During 2013 Creative New Zealand reviewed its funding programmes, priorities and initiatives for supporting New Zealand dance. The review sought and considered feedback from the dance sector. A draft report with proposed changes to how we support dance is now being circulated for your comment.

November 7, 2013

GUEST UK SCRIPTWRITER TO TEACH AT INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MODERN LETTERS Successful international screenwriter, script adviser and teacher of screenwriting Kelly Marshall will teach the Master of Arts in Scriptwriting…

GUEST UK SCRIPTWRITER TO TEACH AT INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MODERN LETTERS Successful international screenwriter, script adviser and teacher of screenwriting Kelly Marshall will teach the Master of Arts in Scriptwriting course at Victoria’s International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML) next year.

November 1, 2013

LULLABY JOCK by Simon Ferry Sunday, 3 November 2013 at 3:05pm during Arts On Sunday WINNER OF THE 2013 Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Prize!!!Strangely the RadioNZ website still says: “It…

LULLABY JOCK by Simon Ferry Sunday, 3 November 2013 at 3:05pm during Arts On Sunday WINNER OF THE 2013 Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Prize!!! Strangely the RadioNZ website still says: “It is Radio New Zealand's entry for the 2013 Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Prize and has made it through to the final four ...

October 30, 2013

Strong New Zealand presence at 2014 Australia Performing Arts Market (APAM) New Zealand will have its strongest ever presence at the Asia Pacific region’s premier market for contemporary performing arts,…

Strong New Zealand presence at 2014 Australia Performing Arts Market (APAM) New Zealand will have its strongest ever presence at the Asia Pacific region’s premier market for contemporary performing arts, with a record six works selected for the 2014 programme of the Australia Performing Arts Market (APAM) in Brisbane.

October 30, 2013

DUFFY BOOKS IN HOMES AUDITIONS Duffy Books in Homes are looking for six actors to join our 2014 national tour of ‘The Duffy Show’. Tour Information: ‘The Duffy Show’ consists…

DUFFY BOOKS IN HOMES AUDITIONS Duffy Books in Homes are looking for six actors to join our 2014 national tour of 'The Duffy Show'. Tour Information: 'The Duffy Show' consists of two Auckland based teams (three actors in each team) to tour for a period of approximately nine 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 14 to 400, this is a great way to see the country while practising your craft and getting paid. This established tour has been around for 15 years and is an amazing experience for those involved.

October 23, 2013

NEW ZEALAND FESTIVAL 2014 LAUNCHED WELLINGTON WELCOMES THE WORLD The biennial New Zealand Festival has launched its 2014 line-up – announcing a programme that promises 24 days and nights of…

NEW ZEALAND FESTIVAL 2014 LAUNCHED WELLINGTON WELCOMES THE WORLD The biennial New Zealand Festival has launched its 2014 line-up – announcing a programme that promises 24 days and nights of the best art, performance and literature from around the world.

October 21, 2013

CAPITAL E AUDITIONS for 2014 TOURS Capital E National Theatre for Children is holding auditions for professional adult actors for roles in their 2014 national tours of Mr McGee &…

CAPITAL E AUDITIONS for 2014 TOURS Capital E National Theatre for Children is holding auditions for professional adult actors for roles in their 2014 national tours of Mr McGee & the Biting Flea.

October 15, 2013

Auckland Theatre Company OPEN DAY Saturday 19 October 10am – 1pm 478 Dominion Rd (enter on Brixton Rd) Come on in to Auckland Theatre Company’s home on Dominion Road.

Auckland Theatre Company OPEN DAY Saturday 19 October 10am – 1pm 478 Dominion Rd (enter on Brixton Rd) Come on in to Auckland Theatre Company’s home on Dominion Road.

October 15, 2013

Royal New Zealand Ballet announces 2014 line up

Royal New Zealand Ballet announces 2014 line up

October 13, 2013

STILL DANCING AFTER 20 YEARS Dance Aotearoa New Zealand celebrates 20 years support to NZ dance. In November 2013, Dance Aotearoa New Zealand (DANZ) celebrates their 20th anniversary as a…

STILL DANCING AFTER 20 YEARS Dance Aotearoa New Zealand celebrates 20 years support to NZ dance. In November 2013, Dance Aotearoa New Zealand (DANZ) celebrates their 20th anniversary as a supporting organisation to the dance community in Aotearoa NZ. 2013 marks the 20th anniversary for DANZ, a Wellington based organisation dedicated to supporting and growing the diverse dance culture throughout New Zealand. DANZ’s executive director, Tania Kopytko, is a proud advocate in providing and strengthening the support for dance in New Zealand.

October 7, 2013

DUNEDIN FRINGE FESTIVAL Deadline for Funding Applications Extended Intending artists now have until Sunday 13 October to submit a funding application for the development and presentation of work for the…

DUNEDIN FRINGE FESTIVAL Deadline for Funding Applications Extended Intending artists now have until Sunday 13 October to submit a funding application for the development and presentation of work for the 2014 Dunedin Fringe Festival.

October 2, 2013

BBC World Service & British Council launches the 2013 INTERNATIONAL RADIO PLAYWRITING COMPETITION with new co-producers The Open University and the additional Georgi Markov prize. The only global competition for…

BBC World Service & British Council launches the 2013 INTERNATIONAL RADIO PLAYWRITING COMPETITION with new co-producers The Open University and the additional Georgi Markov prize. The only global competition for radio playwrights is has opened for entries 1 October 2013, and to submit a script is free. The BBC World Service International Radio Playwriting Competition offers a unique opportunity for writers from all around the globe to use the immense power of radio drama to tell the stories that matter to a world audience. BBC World Service and the British Council run the competition in partnership with Commonwealth Writers.

October 2, 2013

CIRCA THEATRE – ADMINISTRATION AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERWork With Us This role provides an exciting opportunity for an individual with broad administrative experience and an interest in the arts to…

CIRCA THEATRE - ADMINISTRATION AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Work With Us This role provides an exciting opportunity for an individual with broad administrative experience and an interest in the arts to join the team at one of New Zealand’s leading professional theatres.

October 1, 2013

Downstage Closing. The decision comes following the announcement by Creative New Zealand not to fund Downstage in 2014.

Downstage Closing. The decision comes following the announcement by Creative New Zealand not to fund Downstage in 2014.

October 1, 2013

ADAM NZ PLAY AWARD 2014Submissions are open for the 2014 Adam NZ Play Award.PLAYMARKET presents this annual award for the best new New Zealand play.

ADAM NZ PLAY AWARD 2014 Submissions are open for the 2014 Adam NZ Play Award. PLAYMARKET presents this annual award for the best new New Zealand play.

September 30, 2013

Monty Python: Their Legacy to the Wonderful World of Comedy by TOM SCOTT – well-known Wellington humourist and cartoonistand ROSS JOLLY – director of No Naughty BitsDate: Thursday, 3 October

Monty Python: Their Legacy to the Wonderful World of Comedy by TOM SCOTT - well-known Wellington humourist and cartoonist and ROSS JOLLY - director of No Naughty Bits Date: Thursday, 3 October

September 26, 2013

METEOR THEATRE TO BE OPERATED BY COMMUNITY THEATRE TRUST Hamilton City Council today unanimously approved, in principle, One Victoria Trust taking over the operation of The Meteor Theatre.

METEOR THEATRE TO BE OPERATED BY COMMUNITY THEATRE TRUST Hamilton City Council today unanimously approved, in principle, One Victoria Trust taking over the operation of The Meteor Theatre.