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Macbeth - RNZB

Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin, Christchurch

25/02/2026 - 21/03/2026

"Bold, imperfect and fully alive contemporisation of Macbeth...

"Delivers a fierce, contemporary ballet of ambition and ruin..

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SKWERT: The Reunion

Wellington

11/11/2025 - 26/02/2026

"A fun, affectionate parody that has all the makings of a cult favourite..

"The play’s potential has yet to be realised..

MYTHOSOMA

Wellington

25/02/2026 - 27/02/2026

"Fluidly melding stories of wholeness through powerful and lingering performances...

"Somatic storytelling takes centre stage in Mythosoma..

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Motion Sickness

Wellington, Auckland, Nelson, Wanaka, Dunedin, Christchurch

25/02/2026 - 21/03/2026

"Fear, rage, defiance, intensity – insisting that in the face of collapse, you can still rave..

Our Dreaming Bodies

Wellington

24/02/2026 - 24/02/2026

"Honest, intentional & beautiful debut..

The Goodmans

Wellington

24/02/2026 - 28/02/2026

"Dynamic show with a mind-blowing ending a testament to Te Auaha’s legacy..

My Puppet Who Sighs in Pearl Shavings

Wellington

08/07/2025 - 28/02/2026

"Won over by the patience, honesty and dry humour of a convincing, moving story..

"Sometimes laugh-out-loud funny and relatable, sometimes surreal and confusing..

Ecz-asth-perated Fever

Wellington

28/02/2026 - 24/03/2026

"More clarity needed in script and some performances..

Skate or Die

Wellington

24/02/2026 - 27/02/2026

"Nostalgia and comedy allow real issues to be grappled with and solutions to be considered..

Tor Snyder: Tor de Force

Wellington

24/02/2026 - 28/02/2026

"Rousing acclaim for a world premiere with a bright future..

BRUSH YOUR TEETH

Wellington

21/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Has the entire crowd dancing, singing and doing dental calisthenics..

The Importance of Being Earnest

Christchurch

21/02/2026 - 21/03/2026

"This well executed production is definitely worth your while..

Much Ado About Nothing

Hamilton

21/02/2026 - 01/03/2026

"Bold choices, broad comedy, clear, joyful and generous..

Speed is Emotional

Auckland, Whangarei, Wellington

17/04/2025 - 29/03/2026

"Brings ADHD stories to the stage with humour, honesty and a refusal to apologise for intensity..

"Clever, painfully funny, human – an inspiring, emotionally eloquent work..

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WOMAN LIFE FREEDOM

Wellington

22/03/2024 - 07/03/2026

"The power of togetherness for women's liberation..

"Measured yet impassioned meditation..

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The Night Ali Died

Wellington, Dunedin, Oamaru, Nelson

21/02/2026 - 17/03/2026

"A storytelling masterclass, more than worthy of the standing ovation it receives..

MISS BRONTË

Wellington, Hamilton

21/02/2014 - 22/02/2026

"Her passionate perseverance shines through every moment of this brilliant piece of theatre..

"Perceptive, intelligent, fiery, romantic and poignant..

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I Want Your Kidney

Wellington

19/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Delivered with a great comedic sense – and, at its heart, it’s political..

Macbeth - Manawatū Summer Shakespeare

Palmerston North

19/02/2026 - 28/02/2026

"Dark, gritty and full of tension – a fully engaging watch..

Pandora

Wellington

20/02/2026 - 22/02/2026

"Impressive teamwork and support – a great family-friendly show..

EAT,SLEEP,DANCE,REPEAT

Wellington

19/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Delivered with admirable technique and enough energy to power a small provincial city..

Decadunce

Wellington

19/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Performer, showman, comedian in love with being human..

ONE-TWO

Wellington

18/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Explores some big philosophical questions while venturing through ludicrous territory..

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