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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

"Mesmerising performance - cinema in theatrical form..

"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..

Kissing Booth

Wellington

18/02/2026 - 22/02/2026

"Has range, heart, a generosity of spirit and delightful surprises..

Embarrassed Naked Female (this show contains nudity)

Wellington, Nelson, Dunedin

18/02/2026 - 21/03/2026

"Forces audiences to confront what happens when private moments become public currency..

"The title promises something explicit. The show delivers something smart...

How To Build A Gate

Wellington

17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Funny, high-energy physicality, excellent comic timing and an ending to make us think about what we want more of..

Once Upon a Time in Homowood

Wellington

17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Camp, fast and furious chaos built on firm foundations..

Sōsisi Tales

Wellington

17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"Unapologetically Tongan, utilises humour to discuss misogyny and breaking the cycle of abuse..

night ferals

Wellington

17/02/2026 - 21/02/2026

"A delightful homage to modern absurd sketch comedy with a twist..

D' Things N Such

Wellington

04/03/2025 - 28/02/2026

"A showcase of modern-day absurdism, algorithmic surrealism and YouTube/TikTok style anti-humour..

"Compelling performers – and three actors in search of a playwright?..

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