Archives
September 24, 2006
The Rivals and the Circa model. You can’t argue with bums on seats. I am reliably informed that THE RIVALS at Circa – which closes tonight – will have played…
The Rivals and the Circa model. You can't argue with bums on seats. I am reliably informed that THE RIVALS at Circa - which closes tonight - will have played to over 5,000 patrons and averaged almost 70% capacity. (These figures were offered mid-last week, when there were about 10 performances to go to complete the 32-show season.) This answers, then, my question: why this play now?
September 11, 2006
The Feast of New Theatre is a project devised by Operate Trust to both develop new works and assist in establishing a more extended basis for professional work in the…
The Feast of New Theatre is a project devised by Operate Trust to both develop new works and assist in establishing a more extended basis for professional work in the Christchurch. FoNT Director, Elizabeth O’Connor, says the term “Feast” is no accident as it reflects a desire to move away from a culture of deprivation to one of abundance ...
September 4, 2006
Sultan’s Elephant. Has anyone been following the latest Royal de Luxe?
Sultan's Elephant. Has anyone been following the latest Royal de Luxe?
August 30, 2006
Essential viewing on Rialto. The Rialto Channel run a brilliant series called ‘Inside the Actors Studio’. I just watched the episode featuring William H. Macy, and man was it good.
Essential viewing on Rialto. The Rialto Channel run a brilliant series called 'Inside the Actors Studio'. I just watched the episode featuring William H. Macy, and man was it good.
August 21, 2006
The Otago Festival of the Arts [6 – 14 October 2006] again envelops Dunedin in a magical whirlwind of captivating music, thought-provoking theatre, magical dance, side-splitting comedy, literature, visual arts…
The Otago Festival of the Arts [6 – 14 October 2006] again envelops Dunedin in a magical whirlwind of captivating music, thought-provoking theatre, magical dance, side-splitting comedy, literature, visual arts and much, much more.
August 21, 2006
The Tenth Adam Playreadings Sundays, 3pm August 13 – September 3, 2006 Downstage Theatre
The Tenth Adam Playreadings Sundays, 3pm August 13 - September 3, 2006 Downstage Theatre
August 14, 2006
Ian McMinn. “Funny he never married”, yes, Ian would have appreciated that very much. A man with a wicked sense of humour and a soul of compassion and love.
Ian McMinn. "Funny he never married", yes, Ian would have appreciated that very much. A man with a wicked sense of humour and a soul of compassion and love.
August 10, 2006
The full text of Ian McMinn’s obit is offered here to reinstate his sense of humour and omit the irrelevant statement, “He never married” – added by a DomPost editor.…
The full text of Ian McMinn's obit is offered here to reinstate his sense of humour and omit the irrelevant statement, "He never married" - added by a DomPost editor. (He was gay and referred to Graham Manson-Glover as his parnter although they did not live together.)
August 5, 2006
TEMPO Dance Festival – Auckland
TEMPO Dance Festival - Auckland
July 28, 2006
The Goat. Should a columnist who is an avowed non-theatre goer comment through hearsay on a play’s theme? I refer to Rosemary McLeod’s article in the DomPost last week
The Goat. Should a columnist who is an avowed non-theatre goer comment through hearsay on a play's theme? I refer to Rosemary McLeod's article in the DomPost last week
July 14, 2006
PENINSULA REACHES OUT Gary Henderson’s PENINSULA will feature at the Brisbane Festival next week playing at The Visy Theatre, The Powerhouse 20, 21 and 22 July 2006
PENINSULA REACHES OUT Gary Henderson's PENINSULA will feature at the Brisbane Festival next week playing at The Visy Theatre, The Powerhouse 20, 21 and 22 July 2006
July 11, 2006
King and Country returns to Downstage on Thursday July 13, fresh from a successful season at Hamilton’s Fuel Festival and will be appearing at the Going West Festival in August…
King and Country returns to Downstage on Thursday July 13, fresh from a successful season at Hamilton’s Fuel Festival and will be appearing at the Going West Festival in August and the Otago Festival in October.
June 21, 2006
Rosa Casado, Spanish theatre artist and member of the Magdalena network, will perform her solo show “Paradise 2: the incessant sound of a falling tree” at the Wellington Performing Arts…
Rosa Casado, Spanish theatre artist and member of the Magdalena network, will perform her solo show "Paradise 2: the incessant sound of a falling tree" at the Wellington Performing Arts Centre at 8pm on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25th; $15 waged / $10 unwaged.
June 20, 2006
PANZ First Play Competition The Playwrights Association of New Zealand (PANZ) is running a competition …
PANZ First Play Competition The Playwrights Association of New Zealand (PANZ) is running a competition ...
June 19, 2006
DAWN SANDERS RECEIVES THE 2006 SAM WANAMAKER AWARD This year’s Sam Wanamaker Award has been presented to Dawn Sanders, Chief Executive of The Shakespeare Globe Centre, New Zealand …
DAWN SANDERS RECEIVES THE 2006 SAM WANAMAKER AWARD This year’s Sam Wanamaker Award has been presented to Dawn Sanders, Chief Executive of The Shakespeare Globe Centre, New Zealand ...
June 16, 2006
The New Theatre Initiative is building a new theatre at 305 Queen Street … You are invited to an open industry meeting to be held on …
The New Theatre Initiative is building a new theatre at 305 Queen Street ... You are invited to an open industry meeting to be held on ...
June 11, 2006
In a weekend filled with drama, comedy, history and romance … it was something of a surprise that the biggest cheer was earned at the closing ceremony by a messenger…
In a weekend filled with drama, comedy, history and romance ... it was something of a surprise that the biggest cheer was earned at the closing ceremony by a messenger ...
June 5, 2006
Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand’s 15th Sheilah Winn Festival of Shakespeare in Schools International Festival Showcase and Award Ceremony
Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand’s 15th Sheilah Winn Festival of Shakespeare in Schools International Festival Showcase and Award Ceremony
June 2, 2006
Trouble in Tahiti – New Zealand productions? I posted this over at the New Zealand Opera Society website, with no responses, so perhaps someone here may be able to help:…
Trouble in Tahiti - New Zealand productions? I posted this over at the New Zealand Opera Society website, with no responses, so perhaps someone here may be able to help: ...
May 31, 2006
JUBLIATION CHOIR Jubilation are a 24-voice à cappella (i.e. unaccompanied) choir who specialise in good-time gospel with a rock & roll attitude. Featuring soloists including Rick Bryant, Jean McAllister, Fiona…
JUBLIATION CHOIR Jubilation are a 24-voice à cappella (i.e. unaccompanied) choir who specialise in good-time gospel with a rock & roll attitude. Featuring soloists including Rick Bryant, Jean McAllister, Fiona Samuel, Jennifer Ward-Lealand & Amanda Billing ...
May 24, 2006
Spanish Theatre Artist to visit NZ. From June 20 to July 5 2006, the Magdalena Aotearoa Trust will host a visit by Spanish theatre artist Rosa Casado. She will give…
Spanish Theatre Artist to visit NZ. From June 20 to July 5 2006, the Magdalena Aotearoa Trust will host a visit by Spanish theatre artist Rosa Casado. She will give lectures, workshops and performances in Auckland, Wellington and Dunedin. An independent creator and performer based in Madrid
May 20, 2006
One of New Zealand’s leading theatre companies, Massive Company, has been invited to take part in a unique international theatre project held in the United Kingdom in July this year…
One of New Zealand’s leading theatre companies, Massive Company, has been invited to take part in a unique international theatre project held in the United Kingdom in July this year ...
May 14, 2006
A director’s role, rights and responsibilities. Three recent productions have raised questions about the role, rights and responsibilities of directors. [Warning: Don’t read on if you’d rather not know what…
A director’s role, rights and responsibilities. Three recent productions have raised questions about the role, rights and responsibilities of directors. [Warning: Don't read on if you'd rather not know what happens in The Underpants.]
