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Christchurch Arts Strength Evidenced In New Court Theatre Chief Executive Appointment

Tuesday, 25 March 2025, 3:03 pm | Sandra Roberts

Richard has a wealth of experience working across the arts in New Zealand, with more than a decade spent leading arts organisations including SCAPE Public Art and Aotearoa’s longest running contemporary dance company, Footnote New Zealand Dance. More >>

Atomic! 2.0 Stellar Line-up Announced

Thursday, 6 March 2025, 10:15 pm | Sandra Roberts

As we celebrate International Women’s Day this Saturday, we’re proud to reveal that every aspect of the Atomic! 2.0 Tour will be powered by an all-femme team—from the artists on stage to the producers behind the scenes. More >>

No.1 Taylor Swift Tribute Show Announces NZ Tour

Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:27 pm | Sandra Roberts

Taylor’s Story – direct from North America – landing this May. More >>

The Play That Goes Wrong - Producers Finally Announce Cast!

Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 10:11 am | Sandra Roberts

The cast includes Joe Kosky who you might recognise from his acclaimed performance as Dewey Finn in the hit stage musical School of Rock throughout Australia and New Zealand as well as Shrek in Shrek or Oz in Come From Away. More >>

The Long-Awaited Sequel To MAMIL Opens On Monday

Friday, 7 February 2025, 8:20 am | Sandra Roberts

Starring acting legend Mark Hadlow ONZM (King Kong, The Hobbit, SNAG) and written and directed by Gregory Cooper (That Bloody Woman), MAMIL 2: GOMIL reunites this dream team who is directly responsible for causing laughter lines on the faces of ... More >>

The Long-Awaited Sequel To Mamil Announced

Wednesday, 18 December 2024, 8:51 am | Sandra Roberts

This long-awaited sequel will have its Ōtautahi Christchurch premiere season in the “city of cyclists” at the Isaac Theatre Royal from 10 – 21 February. More >>

Strictly Ballroom The Musical: Sends Box Office Into Spin!

Saturday, 30 November 2024, 8:28 pm | Sandra Roberts

With tickets selling faster than a foxtrot, audiences are urged to get their moves on and sashay to the box office immediately! The first two weeks are nearly sold out, and overall season sales for this final spectacular tango at The Shed are setting ... More >>

The Play That Goes Wrong Announces 10th Anniversary Tour Of NZ

Monday, 28 October 2024, 7:00 am | Sandra Roberts

Mischief’s The Play That Goes Wrong opened at the Duchess Theatre, London in September 2014, and this year celebrates its 10th year in the West End. This fan favourite will be causing chaos in Wellington from 19 April ’25 before travelling to Christchurch. More >>

Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert Announced For 2025

Monday, 14 October 2024, 10:03 am | Sandra Roberts

Based on the Oscar-winning movie, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is the heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed ... More >>

A Midsummer Night’s Dream At Pop-up Globe’s King’s Court | Auckland | Q Theatre’s Loft | 31 Oct-3 Nov 2024

Sunday, 6 October 2024, 12:33 am | Sandra Roberts

Audiences of just 100 people will enjoy a 3-hour experience including a performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream so intimate they’ll see the sweat on the actors’ faces, accompanied with celebratory canapés and drinks by the team at Auckland’s ... More >>

The Rocky Horror Show Creator Announces Brand-New Musical

Tuesday, 30 July 2024, 2:06 pm | Sandra Roberts

Inspired by the madness of American politics and the ripple effect it has on the rest of the world, the 82-year-old Tauranga-based twisted genius announces the world premiere of “The Celebration of Kindness Tour” this October, ahead of the chaos ... More >>

BRIDGERTON BY CANDLELIGHT -- Featuring The World-Renowned NZ String Quartet

Thursday, 20 June 2024, 9:00 pm | Sandra Roberts

Bridgerton By Candlelight promises an evening of romance and intrigue as fans immerse themselves in the world of Penelope, Colin, and the vibrant characters of Bridgerton. More >>

The Police’s Guitar Legend Announces NZ Tour

Thursday, 13 June 2024, 9:11 pm | Sandra Roberts

Presales start at 9am today | All remaining seats on sale at 9am, Monday, 17 June Ranked by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the greatest guitarists ever, The Police’s Andy Summers announces a three-venue tour his critically acclaimed show, The Cracked ... More >>

Aotea Square Ice Rink Is Back!

Thursday, 6 June 2024, 12:11 pm | Sandra Roberts

Auckland’s coolest winter experience, the Aotea Square Ice Rink, will return to the city centre this month with more fun than ever before. More >>

The Most Talked-about Musical To Come Out Of The U.S In A Decade

Thursday, 16 May 2024, 12:23 pm | Sandra Roberts

After smash-hit seasons on Broadway, in London and Australia, FUN HOME comes to Christchurch’s The Court Theatre in a soaring, brand-new production this August. More >>

When The Cat's Away - Rare Tour Kicks Off This Weekend

Wednesday, 10 April 2024, 12:53 pm | Sandra Roberts

A rare tour by New Zealand’s most cherished supergroup When The Cat’s Away -- the first in 34 years -- kicks off in Christchurch this Sunday night. More >>

The Court Theatre Announces Killer Cast For Murder On The Orient Express!

Thursday, 8 February 2024, 8:19 pm | Sandra Roberts

The Court Theatre is thrilled to announce the “killer cast” for its next blockbuster production, Agatha Christie’s MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, opening in just three weeks. Playing the principal character, Hercule Poirot, is star of stage, television ... More >>

ATOMIC - Boh Runga Joins Epic Line-up | Eurythmics, Pretenders, Patti Smith, Jefferson Airplane, Joan Jett & More

Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 6:12 am | Sandra Roberts

Multi-platinum-award winning artist, Stellar* front woman Boh Runga is joining the awesome line-up for ATOMIC! HAILING THE WOMEN OF ROCK for a three-city tour next month. As one of New Zealand’s biggest selling and most successful bands, Stellar*’s ... More >>

Iconic Kiwi Comedy Is About To Hit The Road

Tuesday, 19 September 2023, 6:43 am | Sandra Roberts

Rangiora, Dunedin, Invercargill, Gore, Oamaru, Christchurch, Ashburton, Nelson, Blenheim, Wellington, Kapiti, Napier, Tauranga, Rotorua, Carterton, Palmerston North, Whanganui, Kerikeri, Whangarei, Auckland, New Plymouth, Hamilton New Zealand's “sexiest” ... More >>

WE WILL ROCK YOU -- The Queen & Ben Elton Musical Announced For Wellington

Tuesday, 5 September 2023, 5:38 am | Sandra Roberts

Today, we’re celebrating what would have been Freddie Mercury’s 77th birthday with a very special announcement for the Capital. WE WILL ROCK YOU , the world’s favourite rock musical featuring 24 of Queen’s greatest hits, is coming to Wellington ... More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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