Wellington
Reviews of productions held in Wellington
Hine Hōia
Wellington
03/08/2023 - 03/08/2023
"Potential of craft and talent not yet achieved with clarity and cohesion..
Birthday Book of Storms
Wellington
02/08/2023 - 10/08/2023
"Ambitious scope dramatised with a surprisingly light touch in polished production..
Bluebeard's Castle
Wellington, Christchurch
10/08/2023 - 12/08/2023
"Exceptional production of a dark love story..
"Magnificent performances of a multi-layered masterpiece...
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Antonio!
Wellington
29/07/2023 - 29/07/2023
"Relatable and loveable crossover of Shakesqueer storylines, rock songs, ballads and sea shanties..
Lightscapes
Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland
27/07/2023 - 12/08/2023
"Dancers dancers dancers you are symbolic and meaningful. ..
"Entering its eighth decade the company is clearly in good heart..
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Music to Die For
Wellington
09/08/2023 - 12/08/2023
"A memorable, amusing and sometimes touching life story conjured out of improv..
Long Ride Home
Wellington, Nelson
02/08/2023 - 23/03/2024
"Humorous, well-paced, dramatically satisfying ... Outstanding..
Public Service Announcements: Election 2023
Wellington
29/07/2023 - 26/08/2023
"Delivers high spirited political romp..
"Piling in boots and all – is that all we have left?..
I Want To Be Happy
Auckland, Wellington
18/08/2023 - 30/09/2023
"Leaves its audience very happy at having engaged with another Nightsong treasure..
"A transformative experience, a total delight, undeniably emotionally moving, gut-wrenchingly funny..
Rituals of Similarity
Auckland, Wellington, Whangarei
01/08/2023 - 23/03/2024
"A must see..
"Artistic motivation, mentorship and marinading..
The Adventures of Tahi and Kōwhai
Wellington
04/07/2023 - 21/07/2023
"Masterful and magical spin-off captivates our tamariki throughout..
The Emperor's New Clothes 2023
Wellington
21/06/2023 - 01/07/2023
"Dense and complex work and easy to get lost along the way..
Shalakazap!
Wellington
01/07/2023 - 08/07/2023
"A problem-solving delight..
Arawhata
Wellington, Hastings
16/06/2023 - 21/10/2023
"Journey to Queer empowerment through performance..
"Many skilled and sensational performers..
MÎNOWIN
Wellington
14/06/2023 - 17/06/2023
"Celebration and sharing of their Indigenous artistry...
How to Cook a Kiwi: Laura Bruce's "N to Z" of Aotearoa
Wellington, Dunedin
01/03/2022 - 23/06/2023
"Laura Bruce has a Recipe for Laughter..
Destiny’s Cousin: The Reunion Spectacular
Wellington
20/06/2023 - 24/06/2023
"A big show on a tiny stage that the estimable cast can be well proud of..
IYKYK
Wellington, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Hamilton, Auckland, Christchurch
20/07/2023 - 27/03/2024
"Fostering and promoting contemporary dance in Aotearoa..
"Human stories glimpsed in fleeting detail..
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Joana Joy: Standing Still
Wellington
29/06/2023 - 10/05/2024
"Bevy of excellent one liners and snazzy physicality..
"Fearless, playful, intriguing and refreshing..
COSÌ FAN TUTTE
Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch
31/05/2023 - 02/07/2023
"Directorial insight and superbly balanced singing delivered with confidence and relish..
"Sparkling, sophisticated artifice..
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Neil Thornton HOT MESS ON WHEELS
Wellington
23/05/2023 - 27/05/2023
"A true gift to the queer community and all lovers of pop culture..
'Avaiki Nui Social
Wellington
10/06/2023 - 10/06/2023
"Huge source of cultural pride and happiness for many...