Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
THE KISS INSIDE
Auckland, Wanaka, Dunedin, Nelson, Wellington
16/04/2015 - 05/03/2016
"Transcendant, meditative..
"Simmering vignettes of the search for ecstasy..
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ROTUNDA 2015 Australasian Tour
Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin
19/03/2015 - 25/04/2015
"Striking elements..
"Very touching..
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The Royal NZ Ballet presents DON QUIXOTE
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland, Dunedin
04/03/2015 - 29/03/2015
"Lucid and charming re-telling..
"Spanish escapism and fabulous dancing..
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BBEALS
Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin
13/03/2015 - 28/03/2015
"A MYSTIQUE OF MAYHEM, WITH HUMOUR..
"All hail Jenny: Bbeals at the Maidment..
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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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STRIKE Between Zero and One
Auckland, Dunedin
17/10/2014 - 12/04/2015
"High energy ride through a multi-layered explosion of sound, visuals and harmony..
"Winning combination of dynamic visuals and sympathetic beats meets a perfect storm of obstacles..
Kaha (2013-14)
Hastings, New Plymouth, Hamilton, Auckland, Dunedin, Nelson
13/06/2013 - 15/10/2014
"Strong and empowering, yet playful..
"Sharp acts..
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Beyond
Wellington, Nelson, Dunedin
08/03/2014 - 18/10/2014
"Athleticism with humour, style and grace sets an incredibly high standard..
"Cirquish cartooning and charisma..
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Allegro: Five Short Ballets
Auckland, Dunedin, Hamilton, Wellington, Invercargill, Napier
05/07/2014 - 23/08/2014
"The pleasures of dancing..
"Audience whooping well deserved..
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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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Coppelia
Wellington, Dunedin, Auckland, Invercargill, Napier
17/04/2014 - 31/05/2014
"Coppelia at ASB Theatre, Auckland..
"A sparkling production..
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Tutus on Tour (2013)
Auckland, New Plymouth, Wellington, Hamilton, Christchurch, Dunedin
23/10/2013 - 29/11/2013
"A little something for everyone..
"Cheerful and Lively new Peter and the Wolf..
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Traces
Christchurch, New Plymouth, Wellington, Dunedin
10/03/2008 - 14/09/2013
"Funny, touching, joyous, beautiful, accessible, stunning …..
"A rare cool..
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THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Dunedin, Nelson, Christchurch, Wellington
27/08/2013 - 03/09/2013
"Musically a triumph..
"Committed performances compromised by sound issues..
K'RD STRIP - a place to stand
Auckland, Dunedin, Wellington, Hamilton, Edinburgh, Scotland
11/06/2013 - 31/08/2015
"Deeply moving, challenging and entertaining..
"Sassy and stylish, a touching tribute to a kiwi icon and the people who make it what it is..
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Made to Move - The Royal NZ Ballet
Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin
27/02/2013 - 20/03/2013
"Three choreographies, utterly different and utterly delightful..
"Triple bill goes from delicacy to rousing polka..
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Giselle
Wellington, Christchurch, Invercargill, Dunedin, Auckland
07/11/2012 - 02/12/2012
"Giselle - a truly magnificent production..
"A privilege to be part of..
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MY BRILLIANT DIVORCE
Dunedin
24/08/2012 - 01/09/2012
"Charm, comic skill in one-woman show..
"Delightful streak of mischief saves naïve vulnerability from being maudlin..
The Tower Season of Cinderella
Global, Auckland, Napier, Dunedin, Wellington
02/08/2012 - 19/04/2020
"Onwards to the Ball..
"Cinderella – A delight for all ages..
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Dickens' Women
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington
28/11/2007 - 09/12/2007
"Sublime character acting and acerbic commentary..
"An indefatigable treasure of the stage..
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NYC Three Short Ballets from The Big Apple
Auckland, Hamilton, Dunedin, Wellington
29/02/2012 - 25/03/2012
"Director delivers flawless triple bill..
"Exquisite artistry on display..
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