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[Editor’s note: Lynn Freeman is a reporter, writer, broadcaster and producer. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/presenters/lynn-freeman ]

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Theatre and dance reviews since 2006.

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Henry V

Wairarapa, Wellington

05/02/2009 - 28/02/2009

"A wild ride..

"Cry God for Harry his iPod and the stilt walker..

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Faust Chroma

Wellington, Palmerston North

11/02/2009 - 21/02/2009

"Memorable and thought-provoking..

"Mind-blowing..

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The Skyrocketeers of Justice Vs The Zombie Apocalypse

Wellington

08/02/2009 - 12/02/2009

"Promise fizzles..

"Rooted in truth..

The Intricate Art of Actually Caring

Dunedin, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, New Plymouth, Hastings, Hamilton, Wanaka

10/02/2009 - 28/06/2012

"On the road again..

"Deliciously laconic, funny and captivating..

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Buddha Boy

Wellington

03/02/2009 - 09/02/2009

"Engaging searches for enlightenment..

"A fair and very earnest effort..

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A Mime To Kill

Wellington, Auckland

07/02/2009 - 19/03/2009

"Literally shifts the boundaries of convention..

"Quiet triumph..

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Betrayal

Wellington

24/01/2009 - 21/02/2009

"Solid production of excellent play strangely unaffecting..

"Lack of Chemistry..

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The Altruists

Wellington

21/01/2009 - 31/01/2009

"Nasty folk..

"Little to laugh at in dark comedy..

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Becoming the Courtesan – a remarkable seduction

Wellington

10/01/2009 - 17/01/2009

"Doesn't quite come off..

"Manners and mores of the past explore timeless emotions..

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Wellington Theatre 2008 Wrap

Wellington

01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008

"Others worthy of mention for their work in Wellington during 2008..

"There can be only one..

Christmas Indoors

Wellington

04/12/2008 - 13/12/2008

"Uneven but thought-provoking Christmas..

"You'll laugh, you'll cry..

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Blinkers and Spurs

Auckland, Wellington

23/07/2008 - 06/12/2008

"Unlikely love stories..

"Great madness in two takes..

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The Little Dog Laughed

Wellington

07/11/2008 - 29/11/2008

"Smart, satirical, sharp..

"Slick Dog takes dig at Hollywood..

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Roger Hall’s RED Riding Hood

Wellington

15/11/2008 - 21/12/2008

"Naughty, topical fun..

"A great way to introduce kids to the magic of theatre..

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The Pillowman

Wellington

01/11/2008 - 08/11/2008

"Deeply disturbing imagery..

"Juicy questions..

One Man

Auckland, Wellington

15/10/2008 - 18/10/2008

"His own man..

"Moments of sheer brilliance during ‘in yer face’ show..

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Apollo 13: Mission Control

Wellington

18/10/2008 - 01/11/2008

"What a marvel..

"Thrilling ride..

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Drinking Games

Wellington

27/09/2008 - 25/10/2008

"Strong debut..

"Truly formulaic..

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Mr Marmalade

Wellington

25/09/2008 - 11/10/2008

"Excellent performances and design..

"Brilliant..

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The Pohutukawa Tree

Wellington

10/09/2008 - 20/09/2008

"Current questions..

"A great piece of theatre..

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The Eiffel Tower Wedding Party

Wellington

02/09/2008 - 06/09/2008

"Imagination runs riot..

"Imaginative production..

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Jeff Koons

Wellington

26/08/2008 - 06/09/2008

"Pretty wacky..

"Memorable assault on your senses..

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Shining Armour

Wellington

26/08/2008 - 30/08/2008

"Thoughtful play needs excitement..

"Positively low key; mature and engaging..

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