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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

"Fast, emotional and fluorescent – life-affirming viewing for this moment..

"Like a warm hug, seasoned with bright colours, silly hats and clever references..

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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..

THE SENSEMAKER

Wellington, Dunedin, Nelson

28/02/2023 - 21/03/2026

"It is funny, frustrating and more unsettling than it first appears..

"Unique, complex, enigmatic - don't miss it..

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Joana Joy – Miss Tui Whanganui 2009

Wellington

21/05/2025 - 19/02/2026

"An entertaining look at an earlier time invested with liveliness and spiced with clever humour..

"Brilliant silliness plus feminism, individuality and empowerment..

Early Midnight Circus

Wellington

18/02/2026 - 19/02/2026

"Variations on the same lame set-up with no payoff to justify it..

Spoon Show

Wellington

18/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Achieves audience connection with ease, inspires involvement effortlessly – a joy to experience..

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