The show was cancelled mid-performance on Friday, disappointing around 1600 theatregoers.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern narrates Peter and the Wolf at the Herald Theatre in Auckland. Video/Dean Purcell

Theatre company tests out green initiatives which could be used by all NZ arts groups.

Audiences promised refunds after sound failure; one describes show as 'Friday Night Flop'.

Auckland show was cancelled mid-performance after technical difficulties with the sound.

For one night, Dust Palace and APO star in magical concert where classical meets cirque.

Keshia Tunks grew up singing in church; her next role brings her full circle - sort of.

Hundreds of fans were left disappointed after the show was called off.

Theatre engaging with pressing issues is impressive and epic, says Paul Simei-Barton.

It's 40 years since Saturday Night Fever was released. A new stage show is coming to NZ.

Last Tapes Theatre Company are producing a play called Earthquakes in London about environmental catastrophe and are walking their talk by launching a sustainability initiative for other performing arts groups.

Puppets, indie band and technology turn Peter and the Wolf into a visual and aural feast.

Taut drama evocative meditation on dark side of dreaming big in world of pro sport.

Play about Martin Luther King's final hours sees big themes dealt with warmth and humour.

Canadian comedy star flies into Auckland as kings of improvised comedy celebrate 20 years.

Chelsie Preston Crayford rose to fame in her mum Gaylene Preston's film Home By Christmas.

Spectrum of human emotions portrayed in the play Two will make you laugh and cry.

Touring show Magicians has picked an NZ director with more than a few tricks up her sleeve

Story of loss and renewal signals new era for creative duo.

Theatrical magic set to continue as creatives join forces for new theatre venture.

A true tale from the Otago goldfields provides an entertaining setup for the psychic rush.

Real-life ghostly encounters and chilling stories from NZ's past inspire horror theatre.

Costume department can take it easy with Red Speedo.

Sweet and sour siblings served with a liberal helping of messages about morals.

Zimbabwean New Zealander Stanley Makuwe's short play packs a punch, says Janet McAllister.

Laughton Kora talks about the importance of helping kids build firm foundations for life.

Brendan O'Carroll hospitalised amid fears he was suffering a heart attack during filming.

Auckland teen Sammie Campbell gets lead of Sophie for Mamma Mia! returning in March.

Assured storytelling from Wellington playwright explores identity, writes Janet McAllister

The Play That Goes Wrong does - nearly - everything right, writes Roger Hall.