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THE MOUNTAINTOP

Auckland

31/10/2017 - 11/11/2017

"The Baton Passes on..

"Mountaintop offers candid view of King Jr’s last hours..

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PLEASUREDOME The Musical

Auckland

28/09/2017 - 05/11/2017

"A long way from home..

"A courageous extravaganza – hugely enjoyable..

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OTHER [chinese]

Auckland

06/09/2017 - 16/09/2017

"An-Other look at identity..

"Somewhat Agree..

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NELL GWYNN

Auckland

17/08/2017 - 30/08/2017

"Restoration comedy triumph of superb acting..

"The Rebirth of the Theatre..

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KORORĀREKA: THE BALLAD OF MAGGIE FLYNN

Auckland, Bay of Islands, Kerikeri, Whangarei, Napier, Wellington, Tauranga

09/06/2017 - 12/09/2018

"A smooth, masterful, playful, dangerous ride..

"A romp through ‘herstory’ with potent moments..

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BOYS

Auckland

21/04/2017 - 24/04/2017

"Torn Foreskin..

"Boys tells us we haven't come so far after all..

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WEAVE - Yarns with New Zealanders

Wellington, Auckland, Rotorua

04/04/2017 - 11/04/2019

"A rich tapestry of contemporary Kiwi culture and identity..

"A highly polished and confident solo show..

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HOW TO KEEP AN ALIEN

Wanaka, Auckland, Kerikeri

22/03/2017 - 09/04/2017

"Overcoming obstacles in the quest for true love..

"Touching tale of determined love..

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Peer Gynt [recycled]

Auckland

09/03/2017 - 18/03/2017

"Postmodern Stress Disorder..

"Fun, absurd, smart and wildly self-indulgent..

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CELLFISH

Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Palmerston North, Gisborne

08/03/2017 - 15/10/2019

"A standout in a shimmering sea of wonderful presentations and productions..

"A superbly performed prison pas de deu..

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THE BEAUTIFUL ONES

Auckland

19/11/2016 - 26/11/2016

"A high octane concoction of seduction and saliency..

"Slice of Nightlife..

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DON JUAN

Wellington, Havelock North, Nelson, Auckland

25/04/2015 - 12/11/2016

"Juan Direction..

"Feel the love - young dogs give it heaps..

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BROWN – IT’S COMPLICATED

Auckland

25/10/2016 - 29/10/2016

"Clever show wraps wisdom in warmth #2..

"Significant issues for the nation, not just the theatre..

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SHOT BRO – Confessions of a Depressed Bullet

Auckland, Wellington, Tauranga, Kaikohe, Wairarapa, Dunedin, Invercargill

09/06/2016 - 09/05/2019

"Confronting and hard but also a safe space in which to explore the ugly realities of mental health..

"Funny, powerful, demanding..

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CALL OF THE SPARROWS

Auckland

12/10/2016 - 16/10/2016

"Delightful tale of old world vs new..

"Reasons to be Proud..

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GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES

Auckland

08/09/2016 - 17/09/2016

"Gruesome injuries over decades won’t cut you to the quick..

"Skilfully pinpointed truth..

THOMUS

Auckland

06/09/2016 - 10/09/2016

"A bold and successful form that makes us truly listen..

"Shakespearean Aspirations..

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MATING IN CAPTIVITY

Auckland, Wellington

16/08/2016 - 18/08/2018

"Loudly appreciated on opening night..

"Page to Stage..

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HIPPOLYTUS VEILED

Auckland

16/08/2016 - 20/08/2016

"Highly stylised melodrama..

"Accessible, contemporary and relevant..

LEILANI

Auckland

04/08/2016 - 13/08/2016

"Finding Ourselves in the Form..

"Giggles a work in progress..

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EDGES

Auckland

07/07/2016 - 16/07/2016

"Could get closer..

"Quartet's vocal talents a fine start for new venture..

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Love N Stuff

Auckland

23/06/2016 - 03/07/2016

"Fun, warm play has broad appeal..

"Overstuffed..

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SHAM

Auckland

31/05/2016 - 04/09/2016

"Masterful characterisations the lynchpin..

"Plenty to warm the belly in tasty feud..

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