St James Theatre 2
Reviews of productions held at St James Theatre 2
RIGOLETTO
Auckland, Wellington
19/05/2012 - 17/06/2012
"Rigoletto takes a bold step into today’s world..
"Surprises amid complexities in inventive production..
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Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition
Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington
31/03/2012 - 19/04/2012
"Two views of a ballet for children..
"An absolute delight with sugar plum fairies on top...
RAOUL
Wellington
14/03/2012 - 18/03/2012
"Silent master at work, but the show went on too long..
"Exotic yet somehow familiar: fantastic fun..
NYC Three Short Ballets from The Big Apple
Auckland, Hamilton, Dunedin, Wellington
29/02/2012 - 25/03/2012
"Director delivers flawless triple bill..
"Exquisite artistry on display..
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Political Mother
Wellington
08/03/2012 - 11/03/2012
"Tornado of dance's final masterstroke..
"Stunning choreographic choices and execution..
TeZukA
Wellington
03/03/2012 - 06/03/2012
"Adjectives flow in high praise for TeZukA..
"A truly unique enriching experience - not to be missed..
Birds with Sky Mirrors
Wellington
29/02/2012 - 01/03/2012
"Review: Birds with Sky Mirrors..
"Threnody, lament, plea for humanity..
Parabelo/Onqoto
Wellington
24/02/2012 - 27/02/2012
"Review: Parabelo and Onqoto..
"Poetry, passion and poignancy..
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A Festival of Russian Ballet
Dunedin, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch
28/10/2011 - 13/11/2011
"A festival of music, movement and colour..
"Audience declares evening a resounding success..
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The Meridian Season of The Sleeping Beauty
Palmerston North, Dunedin, Wellington, Napier, Invercargill, Auckland
28/10/2011 - 04/12/2011
"A feast of virtuoso dance..
"Truly first rate pure escapism..
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42nd Street
Wellington
29/09/2011 - 15/10/2011
"A night of sparkle and old Broadway glamour..
Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci
Wellington, Auckland
27/08/2011 - 25/09/2011
"Two magnificent stories for the price of one..
"First rate, top class, spellbinding..
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Soap The Show
Wellington, New Plymouth, Hastings, Auckland
28/07/2011 - 28/08/2011
"Bathtub antics make a world class splash..
"Impressive but could do with an edit..
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Stravinsky Selection - Royal NZ Ballet
Invercargill, Auckland, Wellington
20/05/2011 - 09/06/2011
"Two tough acts for poor Petrouchka to follow..
"Satisfied with Great Success is the delight in this Triple Bill..
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The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber
Auckland, Wellington
03/05/2011 - 08/05/2011
"The unexpected triumph of the look..
"Lloyd Webber’s best songs performed with heartfelt emotion..
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Xerxes
Auckland, Wellington
02/03/2011 - 19/03/2011
"Sheer skill and enjoyment here..
"Sublime blend of voices and orchestra..
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Tower Tutus On Tour 2011
Wellington, Auckland, Dunedin
24/02/2011 - 20/03/2011
"Impressive performances..
"A step in the right direction..
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The Rocky Horror Show
Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch
09/11/2010 - 12/12/2010
"O’Brien tells Rocky’s tale his way..
"O’Brien’s gift exhilarates..
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The Nutcracker
Wellington, Napier, Christchurch, Auckland, Invercargill, Palmerston North
29/10/2010 - 09/12/2010
"Slick theatrical magic!..
"The Nutcracker - great to watch..
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Macbeth
Auckland, Wellington
18/09/2010 - 16/10/2010
"Great theatre: a must-see..
"A tortured king, lean, mean queen and malevolent witches pack powerful punch..
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Cirque Mother Africa
Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton
07/09/2010 - 29/09/2010
"Prepare to be happily freaked out..
"Unstoppable energy and sheer exuberance needs editing and better technical support..
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Swan Lake On Ice
Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland
30/06/2010 - 25/07/2010
"Russian classic gorgeous served on ice with twist..
"Spectacle serves the story..
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