Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
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..