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Bunga's Paradise

Auckland

26/09/2023 - 30/09/2023

"Beautifully articulated weaving of movement, song, theatre and audience interaction..

"Centering Tongan culture and values within a well known narrative of the ‘migrant dream’ in Aotearoa ..

WAITING

Wellington, Auckland

28/06/2022 - 30/09/2023

"The perfect marriage of script, actor, and production. Physical theatre at its best...

"A spellbinding hour of poetic, physical, metaphysical, existential and practical performative excellence..

The Grumpiest Child in the World

Upper Hutt, Wellington

09/09/2023 - 28/09/2023

"She wasnt that grumpy, she was happy most of the show. ..

"A playful kitchen sink quest for uniqueness..

Ladies Night

Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland

26/09/2023 - 19/10/2023

"Deeply funny, fabulous choreography and music, skilled charismatic actors .....

"Multi-talented performers deliver fun, friendship, sexy vibes and good times..

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Ātete - To Resist

Dunedin, Wellington

15/10/2022 - 16/09/2023

"Swaroopa Unni’s bravery is inspiring..

"Beauty and Formality Belies the Challenge..

GOLDILOCKS

Wellington

23/09/2023 - 30/09/2023

"The fun cast inspires the little audience members to play along with them..

5 SLICES OF ANOTHER LIFE – Development Season

Wellington

21/09/2023 - 24/09/2023

"Forces audiences to think while laughing until they cry..

Dance Nation

Christchurch

23/09/2023 - 21/10/2023

"Stellar ensemble cast pour their heart and soles into triumphant Dance Nation...

Matilda The Musical

Tauranga

21/09/2023 - 07/10/2023

"An absolute cracker with no weak performances..

Mr Fungus Dreams

Wellington

19/09/2023 - 07/10/2023

"Has a little something for everyone and a little something of everything ..

My Fair Lady

Christchurch

21/09/2023 - 30/09/2023

"A recommended evening out for classic musical theatre fans of all ages...

14 Malone Road

Wellington

13/09/2023 - 15/09/2023

"The organic synergy of rich experiences evoked provokes memories for the audience..

"A profoundly moving transformative experience..

(m)Orpheus

Auckland, Wellington

06/09/2023 - 23/09/2023

"An extraordinary fusion of opera, dance and music..

"Five-point star—visionary and innovative ..

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The Manic Monologues

Hamilton

19/09/2023 - 23/09/2023

"Has an important place in stoking conversations about mental health and fostering empathy..

ÉMILIE

Auckland

19/09/2023 - 23/09/2023

"A sweet, delightful, funny and expertly crafted tribute..

PŌHUTU

Wellington, Auckland, Rotorua

06/06/2019 - 15/09/2023

"We are transported to life at Whakarewarewa. Puarenga stream, bubbles and water...

"Tangible and intangible landscapes reimagined..

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A Tart on Tour

Auckland, Wellington

14/02/2023 - 16/09/2023

"Recommended to anyone who has ever dealt with rejection and kept going..

"A testament to her skills, resilience and capacity to survive where others have not..

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Fame or Die

Wellington, Christchurch

19/09/2023 - 14/09/2024

"A winning charm in the way Ginge and Minge work with and off each other..

Dr Drama Makes a Musical

Wellington, Auckland

19/09/2023 - 04/11/2023

"An innovative show crammed with many thought-provoking ideas..

Our Jurisdiction

Auckland, Dunedin

19/09/2023 - 18/03/2024

"Tilting side to side like sailboats..

"Holds time hostage; a distortion reiterated in movement..

Flutter

Wellington

15/09/2023 - 17/09/2023

"Delightful, informative and entertaining for young and old alike..

"Important to everyone and especially relevant now..

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