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ASPiRE - The Northern Dance Network
Auckland
13/10/2024 - 13/10/2024
"New and experienced dancers in a curtain call that the audience can't get enough of...
REALM of TEARS - Rewa Fowles and Renee Wiki
Auckland
13/10/2024 - 13/10/2024
"Evocative, delicate at times, angry at others, with exciting idiosyncratic dance structures..
PŪHEKE - Louise Pōtiki Bryant
Auckland
12/10/2024 - 12/10/2024
"Prolonged applause and gratitude for profoundly rich fare..
UnReel
Wellington
18/12/2023 - 13/10/2024
"Playful, high energy show designed to provoke discussion, outrage, activism, social change..
"‘The House Always Wins’ key take-away in unforgettable production..
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Closing Night Show: This Might Get Weird
Wellington
12/10/2024 - 12/10/2024
"A breath of fresh air giving ample opportunities to every cast member..
Before We Slip Beneath the Sea
Wellington
12/10/2024 - 20/10/2024
"An absorbing and salutary experience..
A Doll's House
Christchurch
12/10/2024 - 09/11/2024
"Timeless message delivered through insight, skill and emotional engagement..
Bee Gees Night Fever
Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland
04/10/2024 - 02/11/2024
"Ensures their music is Stayin’ Alive ..
TWO - Royal New Zealand Ballet & BalletCollective Aotearoa
Auckland
11/10/2024 - 12/10/2024
"Eclectic iterations on ballet’s enchantments..
Peter Pan
Auckland
08/10/2024 - 03/11/2024
"Pantastical panto of pirates, fairies and unending innocence..
PĪATA - Tūrongo Collective & Anne Plamondon
Auckland
10/10/2024 - 13/10/2024
"Conceived with purity, performed with power and elegance, deeply satisfying...
Meet the Filipinos
Wellington
11/10/2024 - 11/10/2024
"A refreshing boost of creative energy..
Pulsión - a Sensory Universe
Wellington
10/10/2024 - 10/10/2024
"Very personal, impactful and insightful..
There Used to Be Magic, Once
Wellington
10/10/2024 - 10/10/2024
"Improv meets TTRPG..
"Just gives us the concept of a plan for performance..
THE SAVAGE COLONISER SHOW
Auckland, Wanaka, Nelson, Wellington, Christchurch, Gisborne
09/03/2023 - 10/10/2024
"Rage, discomfort and healing humour..
"Reveals the worst parts of the human condition, honestly, truthfully..
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It’s us, in the end
Wellington
09/10/2024 - 09/10/2024
"Great story variety and quotes with strong character emotions..
Bodyworks
Wellington
09/10/2024 - 09/10/2024
"A reminder that movement and feeling in tune with your body is not only the domain of dancers and athletes..
Songs from a Spellbound City
Wellington
08/10/2024 - 08/10/2024
"Captivating blend of absurdity and emotional resonance..
Kōrero Paki
Wellington
08/10/2024 - 08/10/2024
"Monologues inspire great material to spark ideas..
All Aboard!
Wellington
08/10/2024 - 08/10/2024
"The creative alchemy of improv is alive and pumping at BATS..
Tangihanga
Wellington, Rotorua, Whangarei, Auckland, Hastings
28/08/2024 - 25/10/2024
"Caricatures germinated from kernels of truth that shine from within..
"This performance isn’t just a tribute to Māori ritual—it’s a living, breathing extension of it...
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Muunboot: Welcome to the Shmuckpad
Wellington
05/10/2024 - 05/10/2024
"Tight unit delivers chaotic fun and silliness..
and the Lochburns
Wellington
05/10/2024 - 02/11/2024
"Stylistically exciting and refreshing..
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Headlines
Monday October 7, 2024
THE ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET 2025 Season
Prepare for a year of stunning ballet - from traditional favourites to original pieces unique to Aotearoa - as the Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) pushes boundaries with a programme for 2025 that reflects the vision and influence of artistic director Ty King-Wall.
Thursday October 3, 2024
Hannah Playhouse new Manager appointed
Following the announcement of the departure of Isobel MacKinnon for pastures overseas, Wellington City Council is delighted to announce Eleanor Strathern as the new General Manager of the iconic Hannah Playhouse. Strathern is a Pōneke-proud and prolific producer, with experience across venues, festivals, and freelance theatre and comedy. She has produced ...
Deadlines
Wednesday October 9, 2024
BATS Theatre Celebrates 35 Years of Inspiring Performance with Flight of Fancy Fundraiser
BATS Theatre, one of Aoteaora’s most beloved performing arts venues, is turning 35. To celebrate, we are hosting the do-not-miss event of the year featuring iconic artists, awesome auction items, and delicious food and drinks. Flight of Fancy: BATS Turns 35 takes over the entire building on Kent Terrace on November 16 2024.
Friday July 19, 2024
ARTS ON TOUR NZ Menu 2025
Kia ora friends and supporters. Just a follow up to advise that to date 54 bookings have been received from 22 community agencies from the Far North to Otago. While deadline for bookings is as stated in thread below, some tours are proving popular. An application towards costs from Creative NZ will be announced on 7 August. If successful, our limited budget will allow for AOTNZ to provide and pay for artists’ accommodation as previously. Heti and Hope have an updated website http://www.hetihope.com/ to assist your interest.
Views & Q's
Monday October 7, 2024
Comment posted to review of SGCNZ National Shakespeare Schools Production 2024
The University has sadly withdrawn its significant cash and in-kind sponsorship of its 24 nationwide Regional and National Festivals – which now are in risk of not being able to continue unless this amount is found from another funder/s. In addition ...
Tuesday August 13, 2024
Comment posted to review of The Supper Club
Ali Harper is the consummate performer. The breadth and diversity of her talent has to be experienced. Each costume / character change to suit the time period is impeccable. The band is sensational in every aspect. When asked by Ali after the show in the foyer, I described her performance as delicious. ...
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