Review Archive
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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.
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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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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“ZE”: QUEER AS F*CK!
Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin
12/03/2016 - 18/03/2017
"An endless rollercoaster of self-discovery and acceptance..
"“Everyone needs to see this show”..
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PROMISE AND PROMISCUITY: A New Musical by Jane Austen & Penny Ashton
Whangarei, Dunedin, Auckland, Edinburgh, Scotland, Christchurch, Nelson, Wellington, Greytown, Hamilton
27/02/2013 - 29/11/2020
"Multi-talented performer has audience laughing in minutes..
"Winning formula leaves audiences smiling..
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NIU SILA
Christchurch, Dunedin
06/06/2015 - 21/05/2016
"Relevant, serious, charming, truthful and extremely funny..
"Flexible, hugely energetic and versatile playing..
THE BOOKBINDER
Wellington, Dunedin, Nelson, Hamilton, Wanaka, Tauranga, Wairarapa, Christchurch, Invercargill, Edinburgh, Scotland, Gisborne
19/02/2014 - 10/10/2019
"Intrinsic magic mesmerises..
"Makes you see the world with fresh eyes..
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MICHELE A’COURT in STUFF I FORGOT TO TELL MY DAUGHTER
Invercargill, Havelock North, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Bay of Islands, Nelson
27/04/2013 - 06/04/2017
"Self-deprecating, honest, forth-right, confident, grounded and bloody funny..
"Everyone leaves the theatre with a smile..
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NOW 2016
Dunedin, Invercargill, Auckland, Wellington
15/04/2016 - 01/05/2016
"Spontaneity, self-absorption, petulance, and promise..
"Disparity in delivery..
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THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
Dunedin
14/04/2016 - 23/04/2016
"Fast-paced comedy also has a more sombre side..
"Exciting and humorous action made memorable..
THE DUNSTAN CREEK HAUNTING
Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, Auckland, Nelson, Wellington
16/04/2016 - 20/07/2019
"Kiwi ghost story with an eerie twist gets audience jumping..
"Entertainingly chill..
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TWO INTIMATE OPERAS: OPERA OTAGO AT OLVESTON
Dunedin
08/04/2016 - 10/04/2016
"Operatic rom-coms hit all the right notes..
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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