Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
THE CREAMERY
Hamilton, Nelson, Havelock North, Wellington, Tauranga
05/07/2017 - 03/03/2019
"A Romeo and Juliet of Cheesemakers..
"Rich with conflict and all things messy..
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ROMEO & JULIET - the Royal NZ Ballet 2017
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland, Dunedin, Palmerston North, Napier
16/08/2017 - 24/09/2017
"A grand spectacle..
"Sumptuous styling..
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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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Cabaret De Paris
Napier, Auckland
26/05/2017 - 02/06/2017
"Amusing but disenchanting..
"Pretty women, illusions and bright lights..
TIKI TAANE MAHUTA 2017
Napier, Tauranga, Hamilton, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin
22/05/2017 - 16/06/2017
"Immensely powerful..
"A rich evocation..
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EDGE OF A RAINDROP
Hastings, Havelock North
14/10/2016 - 16/10/2016
"A gentle work with a strong message..
OUT OF THE BOX (2015-16)
Auckland, Nelson, Hawkes Bay, Dunedin
16/10/2015 - 13/10/2016
"Experimental, energetic and humorous..
"Ever-popular and uber-impressive..
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TRIUMPHS AND OTHER ALTERNATIVES
Wellington, Auckland, Napier, Nelson, Christchurch
22/04/2015 - 18/10/2016
"Wonder, comedy, yearning, surprising..
"Powerfully unique in its presentation and performance..
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THE WHITE GUITAR
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland, Hamilton, Gisborne, Rotorua, Napier, Tauranga, Nelson
01/09/2015 - 21/10/2016
"The truth of the Luafutu family also sets us free..
"Incredible story earns respectful ovation..
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DIDO AND AENEAS
Havelock North
06/10/2016 - 07/10/2016
"Extraordinary..
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Auckland, Napier
04/05/2016 - 12/06/2016
"Artistic licence provokes sighs..
"Women are the standouts in the Wizard of Oz..
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LUMINA
Auckland, Napier, Wellington, New Plymouth, Hamilton, Christchurch, Nelson
19/08/2015 - 23/05/2018
"Precision, passion and athleticism..
"Stunning!..
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DIRT AND OTHER DELICIOUS INGREDIENTS
Wellington, Tauranga, Havelock North, Hamilton, Dunedin, New Plymouth, Auckland
14/03/2015 - 14/10/2017
"Dynamic, fresh and totally engaging..
"A heady whirlwind of flavour and laughter..
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THE WINE PROJECT (2017)
Nelson, Tauranga, Wellington, Hamilton, Edinburgh, Scotland, Dunedin, Auckland, Havelock North, Wairarapa
18/10/2015 - 21/10/2017
"Bouquet charms, teases, taunts and celebrates..
"Expanding our minds and pleasure receptors..
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ARTE KANELA FLAMENCO
Havelock North
06/11/2015 - 07/11/2015
"A naked flame in an open fire..
DOUBLE DERELICTS
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Havelock North, Palmerston North
13/12/2013 - 08/10/2016
"Splendid value..
"No fourth wall in this show..
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BEARDS! BEARDS! BEARDS!
Wellington, Dunedin, Nelson, Havelock North, Auckland, Edinburgh, Scotland
12/03/2015 - 28/08/2016
"Colourful characters, catchy songs, plenty of energy, great fun!..
"Full and delicious with a heart and a message..
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KNEE DEEP
Nelson, Tauranga, Havelock North, Wellington, Dunedin
19/10/2013 - 23/09/2018
"Drawn deeply in by immense skill and dedication..
"Spectacle and intimacy as perfectly balanced as the artists..
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A Midsummer Night's Dream (RNZB)
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland, Napier, Global
20/08/2015 - 12/04/2020
"The course of true love never did run smooth..
"A feel-good ballet to enjoy at home..
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SWAN LAKE - Russian National Ballet Theatre
Wellington, Dunedin, Auckland, Napier
10/08/2015 - 29/08/2015
"A Russian thing?..
"Being Russian - Swan Lake..
SALUTE - Remembering World War
Auckland, Hamilton, Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier
22/05/2015 - 25/06/2015
"Movement knows no bounds..
"Dancers give everything they have..
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A Christmas Carol
Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier
30/10/2014 - 29/11/2014
"Gothic spectacle reminds us about the joys of sharing and giving..
"Spirits lifted and imaginations transported..
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Mana Wahine
Hamilton, Rotorua, Auckland, Dunedin, Napier, Wellington
15/02/2014 - 26/06/2016
"Two years after debut, Mana Wahine still an unforgettable performance..
"Embracing the inherent power of mana wahine as a collective force..
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