New play acknowledges the past with humour and music
Play set to strike a chord with those separated from their roots.
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People don't realise just how extensive the collection is or how widely it’s used
Kea Kids News: Theatre show for kids puts the spotlight on te reo Māori
Te Haerenga a Hoiho is a brand new play that incorporates te reo Māori words into some big fun, and it may be coming to your school soon! Kea Kids News reporter Aria goes backstage with the cast. Video / Kea Kids News
Canvas: Behind the scenes of NZ Opera's latest production
In demand across Europe, opera singer Madison Nonoa is back home to perform in (m)Orpheus. Video / NZ Opera
Polynesian star for The Bodyguard Musical UK
Rachel is now portrayed by former Australian Idol runner-up Emily Williams.
Plan devised for future of NZ’s oldest provincial theatre
There have been inquiries about hosting birthday parties and weddings in the theatre.
Actor Jarred Blakiston’s journey from Shorty to Switzerland
Jarred Blakiston is passionate about starring in the upcoming thriller Switzerland.
Māori in Queenstown create play to support whānau who’ve lost loved ones to suicide
A small community of Māori living in Tāhuna, Queenstown has organised a stage play, Toa, to connect and support whānau who may be grieving loved ones. Video / Te Ao Māori News
‘A vulnerable time’: Madeleine Sami on her thriving career and the end of her relationship with Ladyhawke
Actor/director reflects on life, loss and love through the busiest period of her career.
Not just dance: Devised physical theatre production makes its way to Northland
Northlander Molly Curnow is looking forward to playing her part in a theatre production.
Spy: Jono Kenyon gets his kit off
Nationwide tour of Ladies Night reboot starts in September.
$31.5m pledged. Not a cent on the St James yet. Why?
Bielby had at times wondered if he wanted to carry on with the project.
Mayor threatens demolition of St James if restoration doesn't start soon
Auckland Council's $15m restoration grant expires on June 30 next year.
Government pledges $15m for restoration of Auckland's historic St James Theatre
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Carmel Sepuloni announced on Saturday, July 23 that the Government would do its part to support the restoration and revival of the nationally significant and historic Queen St theatre. Video / Supplied / Aja Lethaby
Watch: St. James Theatre as it stands now
A look around St. James Theatre as it stands now, ahead of the multi-million dollar refurbishment. Video / @once_upon_a_rebuild
Government promises millions to restore lost jewel of Auckland theatre
Shovels should be in the ground at decaying St James Theatre within a year, MP says.
'Am I too old to join?': Peepshow will have you wanting to run away with the circus
Glitter Spanx, risqué dance moves and acrobatics. Where do I sign up?
Sir James Wallace case: Top institutions distance themselves from sex offender
Organisations scramble to remove links to disgraced former rich-lister and philanthropist.
Review: Dirty Work: Singing in praise of the unsung hero
Trio channel a comedy that finds a hero where we might not expect it.
Review: Show comes to life in second act
"Company" traces the struggles of a New York man-about-town.
Theatre: There’s nothing like good company - especially when it’s on stage
Winner of six Tony Awards, Company is a love letter - or love-hate letter - to New York.
Non-binary actors make history at Tony Awards
J Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell both won Tonys for acting.
'Excellently executed': Famous Agatha Christie whodunnit comes to Shambles Theatre
A killer is in their midst. Will they strike again?
Bankrupt builder used his child's bank account to steal $60k from theatre group
'I deeply regret my actions', says Nicholas Greer.
William Dart review: Cosi fan Tutte at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
This opera has always been tricky territory with its sexual politics.
Māori performing arts companies combine forces for open day
Te Pou Theatre and The Dust Palace encourage young people to attend.
Focus: Kinky Boots The Musical stepping into NZ
Based on a true story set in England’s Midlands, Kinky Boots The Musical is set to open at Auckland’s Civic Theatre next Thursday. Video / Supplied
'Erased from history': Smash hit show Hamilton is coming here - but some aren't happy about it
The NZ-bound smash-hit show has won fans around the world - but some aren't happy with it.
Theatre review: Kōpū - a celebration of wāhinetanga
When you arrive at Te Pou Theatre for the show, leave your white feminism at the door.
Autaia: Rangatahi set to shine in Haka Theatre showcase
Autaia celebrates the richness, diversity, and importance of ngā toi Māori (Māori arts).