hopefully Theatreview send someone along
June 7, 2024 at 6:23 AM
hopefully Theatreview send someone along
IN OTHER WORDS review: "Clarence St Theatre is packed … The script is terrific … Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … The emotionally charged scenes are very good … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
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In Other Words
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February 23, 2025 at 1:15 AM
IN OTHER WORDS review: "Clarence St Theatre is packed … The script is terrific … Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … The emotionally charged scenes are very good … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
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I DIDN'T INVITE YOU HERE TO LECTURE ME review: "Austin’s performance has the whole audience in laughter and engaged … flawlessly navigates between the eight characters … hilarious show"/Theatreview
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21-24 May, Q Theatre; tix: www.qtheatre.co.nz/shows/i-didn...
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21-24 May, Q Theatre; tix: www.qtheatre.co.nz/shows/i-didn...
May 11, 2025 at 10:11 PM
I DIDN'T INVITE YOU HERE TO LECTURE ME review: "Austin’s performance has the whole audience in laughter and engaged … flawlessly navigates between the eight characters … hilarious show"/Theatreview
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21-24 May, Q Theatre; tix: www.qtheatre.co.nz/shows/i-didn...
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21-24 May, Q Theatre; tix: www.qtheatre.co.nz/shows/i-didn...
Also it got a lovely review that said nice things, including:
"Solo improv is one of the hardest performance forms there is.... Matt Powell is one of the nation’s finest at this rare and intimidating art."
Pretty nice! Pretty accurate!
"Solo improv is one of the hardest performance forms there is.... Matt Powell is one of the nation’s finest at this rare and intimidating art."
Pretty nice! Pretty accurate!
The Natural History Boy - Theatreview
For millions of years, life on Earth has engaged in a spectacular variety of behaviours, adaptations, and accidents, from the African elephant using its toenails to communicate over vast distances, to...
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September 17, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Also it got a lovely review that said nice things, including:
"Solo improv is one of the hardest performance forms there is.... Matt Powell is one of the nation’s finest at this rare and intimidating art."
Pretty nice! Pretty accurate!
"Solo improv is one of the hardest performance forms there is.... Matt Powell is one of the nation’s finest at this rare and intimidating art."
Pretty nice! Pretty accurate!
CHICAGO review: "opening night played to a pulsing crowd of theatregoers who, from the first bang at curtain rise, stayed engaged throughout … What a cast! … A showcase … embraces Chicago’s history, glamour, & moral complexities … I am going again"/Theatreview
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Reviews – Theatreview
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July 31, 2025 at 10:32 PM
CHICAGO review: "opening night played to a pulsing crowd of theatregoers who, from the first bang at curtain rise, stayed engaged throughout … What a cast! … A showcase … embraces Chicago’s history, glamour, & moral complexities … I am going again"/Theatreview
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IN OTHER WORDS review: "must see…Hurst and Ward-Lealand move from present to past, young to middle-aged, relaxed to frustrated, calm to angry, clear to bewildered…subtlety of their acting skills…insightful, moving, disturbing and heart-warming"/Theatreview
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In Other Words
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February 28, 2025 at 5:46 AM
IN OTHER WORDS review: "must see…Hurst and Ward-Lealand move from present to past, young to middle-aged, relaxed to frustrated, calm to angry, clear to bewildered…subtlety of their acting skills…insightful, moving, disturbing and heart-warming"/Theatreview
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The wasp nest has been well and truly kicked.
The situation for the arts in this country is a shitshow. So many people around me (and me!) are devastated, exhausted, nervous, cynical, hopeless, you get the idea.
Do we as a country *actually* love the arts?
www.theatreview.org.nz/2026/08/01/r...
The situation for the arts in this country is a shitshow. So many people around me (and me!) are devastated, exhausted, nervous, cynical, hopeless, you get the idea.
Do we as a country *actually* love the arts?
www.theatreview.org.nz/2026/08/01/r...
Request for an Arts and Culture Sector Restructuring and Funding Investigation - Theatreview
Request for an Arts and Culture Sector Restructuring and Funding Investigation By Jan Bolwell ONZM and Dr Tania Kopytko Disclaimer: the views expressed in this document are our own and not those of a...
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August 1, 2026 at 7:07 AM
The wasp nest has been well and truly kicked.
The situation for the arts in this country is a shitshow. So many people around me (and me!) are devastated, exhausted, nervous, cynical, hopeless, you get the idea.
Do we as a country *actually* love the arts?
www.theatreview.org.nz/2026/08/01/r...
The situation for the arts in this country is a shitshow. So many people around me (and me!) are devastated, exhausted, nervous, cynical, hopeless, you get the idea.
Do we as a country *actually* love the arts?
www.theatreview.org.nz/2026/08/01/r...
THE GOLDEN ASS opens tomorrow/Pumphouse Theatre
pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"Ass-tonishing…comedic tour-de-force"/
@stuff.co.nz
"Hilarious? Totally. Good theatre? Absolutely"/Theatreview
"should not miss…a memorable goody"/NZ Arts Review
"Highest of recommendations"/@broadwayworld.com
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"Ass-tonishing…comedic tour-de-force"/
@stuff.co.nz
"Hilarious? Totally. Good theatre? Absolutely"/Theatreview
"should not miss…a memorable goody"/NZ Arts Review
"Highest of recommendations"/@broadwayworld.com
June 14, 2025 at 12:18 AM
THE GOLDEN ASS opens tomorrow/Pumphouse Theatre
pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"Ass-tonishing…comedic tour-de-force"/
@stuff.co.nz
"Hilarious? Totally. Good theatre? Absolutely"/Theatreview
"should not miss…a memorable goody"/NZ Arts Review
"Highest of recommendations"/@broadwayworld.com
pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"Ass-tonishing…comedic tour-de-force"/
@stuff.co.nz
"Hilarious? Totally. Good theatre? Absolutely"/Theatreview
"should not miss…a memorable goody"/NZ Arts Review
"Highest of recommendations"/@broadwayworld.com
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
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November 21, 2024 at 9:55 AM
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
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#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
Christchurch, you're next up for IN OTHER WORDS!
There'll be a Q&A with Michael and Jennifer after Thursday's performance.
Info/book: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
There'll be a Q&A with Michael and Jennifer after Thursday's performance.
Info/book: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
March 10, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Christchurch, you're next up for IN OTHER WORDS!
There'll be a Q&A with Michael and Jennifer after Thursday's performance.
Info/book: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
There'll be a Q&A with Michael and Jennifer after Thursday's performance.
Info/book: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Ward-Lealand and Hurst are terrific … excellent piece of work … Highly recommended"/Theatreview
Review: "Ward-Lealand and Gibson had us in the palms of their hands, chuckling, hooting, and gurgling … they have created a work that is moving and funny, quirky and alive … sublimely good"/Theatreview
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Info/tix: www.atc.co.nz/whats-on/202...
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Info/tix: www.atc.co.nz/whats-on/202...
Helen Clark in Six Outfits
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April 11, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Review: "Ward-Lealand and Gibson had us in the palms of their hands, chuckling, hooting, and gurgling … they have created a work that is moving and funny, quirky and alive … sublimely good"/Theatreview
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Info/tix: www.atc.co.nz/whats-on/202...
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Info/tix: www.atc.co.nz/whats-on/202...
shout out to theatreview, the people's review centre, who reviewed my mate's show last night and misgendered/deadnamed all performers throughout
that really takes some skill
that really takes some skill
September 4, 2024 at 8:45 AM
shout out to theatreview, the people's review centre, who reviewed my mate's show last night and misgendered/deadnamed all performers throughout
that really takes some skill
that really takes some skill
Last chance, Christchurch! After a sold-out weekend, the late-added Tues performance of CHICAGO still has some tickets available: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Bold, confident … flawless … Everyone up there is a total star … one of the most dazzling shows I’ve ever seen"/Theatreview
"Bold, confident … flawless … Everyone up there is a total star … one of the most dazzling shows I’ve ever seen"/Theatreview
August 24, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Last chance, Christchurch! After a sold-out weekend, the late-added Tues performance of CHICAGO still has some tickets available: premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.a...
"Bold, confident … flawless … Everyone up there is a total star … one of the most dazzling shows I’ve ever seen"/Theatreview
"Bold, confident … flawless … Everyone up there is a total star … one of the most dazzling shows I’ve ever seen"/Theatreview
Michael directed I DIDN'T INVITE YOU HERE TO RESCUE ME
Wellington 6-8 May
Auckland 21, 22, 24 May
Chch 29 May
"Superb"/Theatreview
"Phenomenal"/Theatrescenes
Tix:
Akl & Wellie www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/i-didnt-invite-you-here-to-lecture-me/
Chch www.eventbrite.com/e/i-didnt-in...
Wellington 6-8 May
Auckland 21, 22, 24 May
Chch 29 May
"Superb"/Theatreview
"Phenomenal"/Theatrescenes
Tix:
Akl & Wellie www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/i-didnt-invite-you-here-to-lecture-me/
Chch www.eventbrite.com/e/i-didnt-in...
May 1, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Michael directed I DIDN'T INVITE YOU HERE TO RESCUE ME
Wellington 6-8 May
Auckland 21, 22, 24 May
Chch 29 May
"Superb"/Theatreview
"Phenomenal"/Theatrescenes
Tix:
Akl & Wellie www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/i-didnt-invite-you-here-to-lecture-me/
Chch www.eventbrite.com/e/i-didnt-in...
Wellington 6-8 May
Auckland 21, 22, 24 May
Chch 29 May
"Superb"/Theatreview
"Phenomenal"/Theatrescenes
Tix:
Akl & Wellie www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/i-didnt-invite-you-here-to-lecture-me/
Chch www.eventbrite.com/e/i-didnt-in...
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
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📸- Ellie Kurttz
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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📸- Ellie Kurttz
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
November 21, 2024 at 9:58 AM
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
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📸- Ellie Kurttz
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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📸- Ellie Kurttz
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham
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November 21, 2024 at 9:54 AM
Review: A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Rep Birmingham.
#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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#AChristmasCarol #MarkGattis #AGhostStory #TheatReview #Birmingham #RepBirmingham #Christmas
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{PR Gifted ticket} The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time @questors.bsky.social is thoughtful, emotionally resonant and a reminder of how imaginative community theatre can be. #theatre #theatreview See our ★★★★☆ review here: www.operationlivetheatre.com/post/the-cur...
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Thoughtful, emotionally resonant and a reminder of how imaginative community theatre can be.
www.operationlivetheatre.com
March 22, 2026 at 8:01 PM
{PR Gifted ticket} The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time @questors.bsky.social is thoughtful, emotionally resonant and a reminder of how imaginative community theatre can be. #theatre #theatreview See our ★★★★☆ review here: www.operationlivetheatre.com/post/the-cur...
Hey, Auckland! Michael will be making an ass of himself 15-21 June at The Pumphouse Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"It’s brilliant"/Theatreview
PRIMA FACIE starring Cassandra Woodhouse will be there on the same dates; Michael directed. Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"It’s brilliant"/Theatreview
PRIMA FACIE starring Cassandra Woodhouse will be there on the same dates; Michael directed. Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
The Golden Ass - The PumpHouse Theatre
Coming at you full force via ancient Rome, Michael Hurst’s free-wheeling adaptation of the notorious original is a wild ride through a timeless world of bandits, goddesses, witches, magic, circuses, s...
pumphouse.co.nz
May 26, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Hey, Auckland! Michael will be making an ass of himself 15-21 June at The Pumphouse Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"It’s brilliant"/Theatreview
PRIMA FACIE starring Cassandra Woodhouse will be there on the same dates; Michael directed. Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
"It’s brilliant"/Theatreview
PRIMA FACIE starring Cassandra Woodhouse will be there on the same dates; Michael directed. Info/book: pumphouse.co.nz/whats-on/sho...
The wait ends now, Wellington! WAITING FOR WAITING FOR GODOT is at Hannah Playhouse tonight thru Saturday.
Info/book: bit.ly/40TUXp3
"In [director Michael Hurst's] capable hands the script has been brought to searing, passionate life … hilarity around every corner"/ Theatreview
Info/book: bit.ly/40TUXp3
"In [director Michael Hurst's] capable hands the script has been brought to searing, passionate life … hilarity around every corner"/ Theatreview
Waiting for Waiting for Godot
This is not Waiting for Godot. This is Waiting for Waiting for Godot: a comedy about boredom that’s anything but boring. Directed by Michael Hurst, and written b...
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November 27, 2023 at 10:03 PM
The wait ends now, Wellington! WAITING FOR WAITING FOR GODOT is at Hannah Playhouse tonight thru Saturday.
Info/book: bit.ly/40TUXp3
"In [director Michael Hurst's] capable hands the script has been brought to searing, passionate life … hilarity around every corner"/ Theatreview
Info/book: bit.ly/40TUXp3
"In [director Michael Hurst's] capable hands the script has been brought to searing, passionate life … hilarity around every corner"/ Theatreview
Kind of staggering how many people spell ‘propeller’ wrong, especially @BATS_Theatre and @Theatreview who should both know better.
January 30, 2026 at 6:31 AM
Kind of staggering how many people spell ‘propeller’ wrong, especially @BATS_Theatre and @Theatreview who should both know better.
BUDGET 09: Arts get $10.5 million extra support. (via Theatreview) http://bit.ly/LafiN
January 29, 2026 at 9:08 PM
BUDGET 09: Arts get $10.5 million extra support. (via Theatreview) http://bit.ly/LafiN
IN OTHER WORDS review: "beautifully crafted and thought provoking work … Hurst and Ward-Lealand’s mesmerising acting … many emotions revealed … It is confronting, disturbing, memorable, and theatre at is best"/@Theatreview
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www.theatreview.org.nz
June 19, 2026 at 9:11 PM
IN OTHER WORDS review: "beautifully crafted and thought provoking work … Hurst and Ward-Lealand’s mesmerising acting … many emotions revealed … It is confronting, disturbing, memorable, and theatre at is best"/@Theatreview
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