Review: MAMMA MIA! at Civic Theatre, Invercargill
by Neil Brewer - July 16, 2024
Mamma Mia! is a jukebox musical featuring the timeless songs of the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA. It is set on a picturesque Greek island and tells the story of a young bride-to-be, her mother and three possible fathers....
Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY at Circa Theatre
by Neil Brewer - July 09, 2024
“Sense and Sensibility” is a classic novel by Jane Austen, published anonymously in three volumes in 1811. It offers a vivid depiction of 19th-century middle-class life in England, following the romantic relationships of Elinor and Marianne Dashwood....
Review: AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS at Howick Little Theatre
by Glenda Pearce - July 07, 2024
Looking for family theatre – for the July holidays – this is definitely worth investigating. Get along on this exciting journey! Even if you’re not usually live theatre goers, this latest treat at HOWICK LITTLE THEATRE will definitely appeal to school aged children, parents and grandparents… and it’...
Review: NICOLA CHEESEMAN IS BACK at Herald Theatre
by Monica Moore - July 08, 2024
Kathryn Burnett's insightful script, coupled with Jodie Rimmer’s extraordinary performance, makes this show a must-see for anyone seeking poignant reflections on resilience, identity, and the pursuit of happiness. And a damn good belly-aching laugh....
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Court Theatre
by Neil Brewer - July 08, 2024
Something Rotten! premiered on Broadway in 2015 and was nominated for ten Tony Awards. It is the story of the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who strive for success in the theatrical world as they compete with their incredibly popular competitor, one William Shakespeare. Desperate to out-Bard the B...
Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Bats Theatre
by Neil Brewer - June 20, 2024
Heartbreak Hotel is the latest offering by EBKM, Eleanor Bishop and Karin McCracken who have worked together since 2017 and have written a number of plays, notably Jane Doe and Body Double, both award winning productions....
Review: PRIMA FACIE at Pumphouse
by Monica Moore - June 20, 2024
Michael Hurst’s direction ensures that the play’s heavy themes are expertly managed, bringing a sharp focus to Tessa's internal and external battles. The staging is both minimalist and effective, allowing the strength of the script and the power of Woodhouse’s performance to shine through. ...