The Nutcracker

Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland

29/10/2025 - 13/12/2025

"The ritual of gathering in a theatre to witness a fairytale come to life remains, thankfully, ageless...

"Imbued with layers of experience, invention and dedication to weaving the essence of Aotearoa into every step..

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A Christchurch Carol

Christchurch

04/12/2025 - 20/12/2025

"Offers lots of irresistibly contagious laughter and good humour..

The Greatest Christmas Show

New Zealand wide

28/11/2025 - 21/12/2025

"The Christmas people are actually having, a little sparkly, a little chaotic, generous at heart, and fun..

"Cheesy but fun: what makes a Christmas show the Greatest?..

Alice in Wonderland: A Pantomime

Dunedin

04/12/2025 - 14/12/2025

"Fresh and contemporary entertainment..

"Performers radiate aplomb, enthusiasm..

Strays

Wellington

03/12/2025 - 06/12/2025

"Wondrously compelling if enigmatic; heartening to see such skill and creativity..

Youltide

Wellington

03/12/2025 - 06/12/2025

"Inventive storytelling exceptionally well presented..

A Christmas Carol

Auckland

02/12/2025 - 07/12/2025

"An exceptional production for the whole family, uplifting, magical, and engrossing..

Early Midnight Circus

Wellington

27/11/2025 - 27/11/2025

"Expect the unexpected not warning enough for unhinged show..

Homebodies

Wellington

26/11/2025 - 29/11/2025

"Relevant, honest, design-led, movement-driven theatre with something crucial to say..

A Hardware Love Affair (Development Season)

Wellington

25/11/2025 - 29/11/2025

"Potential well worth pursuing beyond the broad brush-strokes..

H.R. The Musical #2

Auckland

25/11/2025 - 06/12/2025

"Insane talent, comedy pearlers, uncontrollable laughter, and tomfoolery in this seasonal gem..

Balloon Dog

Auckland

22/11/2025 - 30/11/2025

"A jewel of a play, brimming with humanity and gentle comedy while not flinching from serious themes...

Black Grace Double Bill - If Ever There Was A Time / Esplanade

Auckland, Christchurch

21/11/2025 - 26/11/2025

"Black Grace reveal the poetry, energy and grace at the heart of Taylor’s 50-year-old work, surely the true measure of…..

New Zealand School of Dance 2025 Performance Season

Wellington

19/11/2025 - 29/11/2025

"A fine performance outstandingly staged, highlighting depth and versatility..

"Well-trained, talented and committed dancers enrich our society..

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NOT CHRISTMAS, BUT GUY FAWKES

Wellington

22/11/2025 - 13/12/2025

"A precious gift that enriches our understanding of what it was to be a pioneering playwright in New Zealand..

Farrago Bazaar

Wellington

22/11/2025 - 22/11/2025

"An extraordinary collaboration between actors and audience creates a unique theatrical experience..

9 to 5 The Musical

Christchurch

21/11/2025 - 01/02/2026

"High energy, dazzling cabaret-style musical provides a night to remember..

Po' Boys and Oysters

Auckland

22/11/2025 - 22/11/2025

"Unique, funny, and politically confronting, this production marks a meaningful evolution in New Zealand theatre...

So Honest It Aches

Wellington

21/11/2025 - 22/11/2025

"An impressive laughter hit-rate, moments of clear-headed sincerity: robustly impressive  ..

yes and also no, subject to xyz, fine print applies

Auckland

13/11/2025 - 15/11/2025

"A reminder that being human is messy, contradictory, beautiful, painful, while you try to live and do your best...

"An inspirational cinematic snapshot of society, deliciously juicy, and intriguing to watch..