Already extended for an extra week due to popular demand during pre-sales, SquareSums&Co, Oriental Maidens and Auckland Theatre Company premiere the neo-noir action-comedy Basmati Bitch at Q Theatre, Rangatira, 11 - 23 July.  

The Wild is a sensory, visual celebration of the power we all have to make the world anew. Performed in the school holidays 19th-23rd April at Q Theatre LOFT.

Some of Aotearoa’s funniest comedians and television personalities are set to battle it out IRL at this year’s The Great Comedy Debate, a night of lively debate over one mighty topic – the Internet. This year, the New Zealand Comedy Trust are honoured to present the show in a new partnership with chartered accountants and longtime Kiwi comedy supporters PKF Withers Tsang Chartered Accountants during the 30th annual NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo. Six comedians will put it all on the line at SkyCity Theatre on Friday 19 May at 7.30pm.

Te Uru announces its new Director Adrienne (AD) Schierning who comes to the position with 25 years industry experience across the sector. Andrew Clifford, Te Uru’s director of almost 10 years moves to the Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui. Schierning brings a new energy and experience to this important position.

Following its renowned sold-out premiere season in 2021, The Haka Party Incident has confirmed a six-centre national tour from June 2023.

Doc Edge is thrilled to announce a suite of new films for the 2023 Festival and introduce its new membership programme, providing documentary lovers with exclusive access to a world of thought-provoking and inspiring films. Members will enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted tickets, early bird access to the festival programme, and invitations to special events such as the 2023 festival's programme launch on 26 April. Additionally, members will have the opportunity to attend a special screening of The UnRedacted, a highly anticipated film from Doc Edge 2022, at SkyCity Theatre in Auckland.

Doc Edge is thrilled to announce a suite of new films for the 2023 Festival and introduce its new membership programme, providing documentary lovers with exclusive access to a world of thought-provoking and inspiring films. Members will enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted tickets, early bird access to the festival programme, and invitations to special events such as the 2023 festival's programme launch on 26 April. Additionally, members will have the opportunity to attend a special screening of The UnRedacted, a highly anticipated film from Doc Edge 2022, at SkyCity Theatre in Auckland.

Acclaimed theatre company Nightsong are pleased to announce that their acclaimed children’s show The Worm will head to Hawke’s Bay for four shows on 28 and 29 April at Toitoi – Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre, in the magnificent and recently restored Opera House. All shows will be FREE to attend, with almost 4000 tickets available. Particular focus is being given to engaging with communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Acclaimed theatre company Nightsong are pleased to announce that their acclaimed children’s show The Worm will head to Hawke’s Bay for four shows on 28 and 29 April at Toitoi – Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre, in the magnificent and recently restored Opera House. All shows will be FREE to attend, with almost 4000 tickets available. Particular focus is being given to engaging with communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Proving that everyone loves a good laugh, the 2023 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo is showcasing four hilarious whānau friendly shows this Festival, made for even the youngest comedy fans.

The Board of the New Zealand Dance Advancement Trust is very pleased to announce the appointment of NZ Arts Laureate Moss Te Ururangi Patterson (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) to the role of Chief Executive/Artistic Director of The New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC).  Patterson joins NZDC as the Company enters its second decade, following a period of disruption caused by the COVID-19 epidemic.

Proving that everyone loves a good laugh, the 2023 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo is showcasing four hilarious whānau friendly shows this Festival, made for even the youngest comedy fans.

The Board of the New Zealand Dance Advancement Trust is very pleased to announce the appointment of NZ Arts Laureate Moss Te Ururangi Patterson (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) to the role of Chief Executive/Artistic Director of The New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC).  Patterson joins NZDC as the Company enters its second decade, following a period of disruption caused by the COVID-19 epidemic.

Following its renowned sold-out premiere season in 2021 The Haka Party Incident is finally back by popular demand at Te Pou Theatre, Henderson from 8-11 June 2023, ahead of a 6-centre national tour.

Following its renowned sold-out premiere season in 2021 The Haka Party Incident is finally back by popular demand at Te Pou Theatre, Henderson from 8-11 June 2023, ahead of a 6-centre national tour.