Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
Three By Ekman
Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Christchurch, Dunedin
17/05/2017 - 16/06/2017
"Exploration and adventure..
"Voiceovers, incongruity and the unexpected..
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LARGER THAN LIFE an adventure of epic proportions
Palmerston North, Wellington, Auckland
08/06/2017 - 01/07/2017
"A real trip down memory lane..
"Hilarious and poignant cultural, historical and socio-political reverie..
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THIS IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
Wellington
26/02/2016 - 17/06/2017
"For a seemingly simple production this play is big..
"Two story lines delivered with near-perfect timing and pace..
Central Otago Man
Mosgiel
08/06/2017 - 16/06/2017
"Needs tightened pace and an energy boost..
"Tough, blokeish facade cracks..
TE PUHI
Auckland
13/06/2017 - 17/06/2017
"Te Puhi definitely a beauty..
"Chuckles and tears for a different time..
Fire In The Water, Fire In The Sky
Wellington
13/06/2017 - 17/06/2017
"A Stab in the Waist of Life:..
"A Silent Flame..
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RIVERSIDE KINGS
Wellington
13/06/2017 - 17/06/2017
"A cleverly boxed story..
THE ANTIGONE SOUND
Wellington
10/06/2017 - 21/06/2017
"Needs more drafts..
JANE DOE
Auckland, Dunedin, Nelson, Napier, Wellington, Invercargill
06/06/2017 - 02/05/2019
"Important conversations incredibly thoughtfully crafted..
"Extremely engaging and constructive..
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BLACK CONFETTI
Wellington
10/06/2017 - 21/06/2017
"Wholehearted commitment brings experiential pleasures..
NOT IN OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
Wellington, Auckland, Invercargill, Dunedin, Christchurch, Palmerston North
01/03/2014 - 24/06/2017
"Devastating yet wanted more..
"The importance of this work cannot be overstated..
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Te MANAWA (2017)
Auckland
10/06/2017 - 11/06/2017
"Showcasing haka theatre..
MAMIL: Middle Aged Man In Lycra
Auckland, Napier, Dunedin, Havelock North, Wellington, Christchurch, Palmerston North
25/07/2014 - 14/12/2019
"A very funny play about change..
"Holds up a mirror to honest self-appraisal..
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MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
Auckland
09/06/2017 - 18/06/2017
"Rock ’n’ Roll Avengers..
"An altogether satisfying entertainment package..
LET’S NOT ARGUE
Lyttelton
09/06/2017 - 24/06/2017
"The anatomy of a dysfunctional relationship..
KORORĀREKA: THE BALLAD OF MAGGIE FLYNN
Auckland, Bay of Islands, Kerikeri, Whangarei, Napier, Wellington, Tauranga
09/06/2017 - 12/09/2018
"A smooth, masterful, playful, dangerous ride..
"A romp through ‘herstory’ with potent moments..
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LICK MY PAST
Wellington, Auckland
06/06/2017 - 01/07/2017
"fragments, a family album..
"An intimate and comedic journey..
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JINGLES – THE MUSICAL
Wellington, Auckland
12/03/2015 - 17/06/2017
"A good, solid kick in the culture..
"A winner..