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A Shrew’d New Comedy by Will Shakespeare and Penny Ashton
Sicily’s beloved King Enzo is dead.
Now Princess Rosa, a stroppy spinster, must navigate the tempestuous waters of belching Step-Fathers, lusty suitors, popping cod pieces and menopausal witches, to face her destiny.
Award … View moreA Shrew’d New Comedy by Will Shakespeare and Penny Ashton
Sicily’s beloved King Enzo is dead.
Now Princess Rosa, a stroppy spinster, must navigate the tempestuous waters of belching Step-Fathers, lusty suitors, popping cod pieces and menopausal witches, to face her destiny.
Award Winning Comedian Penny Ashton (writer and director of Circa’s smash hit Sense and Sensibility, Promise and Promiscuity, Olive Copperbottom) presents her latest literary solo musical with this Shakespearean frolic. She’ll spark 13 characters into life in an Elizabethan tale of magic, meddling and puffed bull’s puzzles.
“..a well-crafted and deftly performed production of a witty and intelligent show. I very much appreciate the skillful use of Shakespearean material throughout.” Theatreview
“… a funny and clever romp…an excellently written script that Shakespeare himself would be proud of.” Theatrescenes
6 Nov -1 Dec
Circa Two
Tues – Sat 7.30pm, Sun 4.30pm
$30 Sunday Special – Sunday 10 November
$15 – $65 Choose Your Price Night – Tuesday 12 November
Duration: 90 minutes, no interval
PG 14
Audience care: Flashing lights, mild coarse language, mild innuendo and witches, audience participation.
‘A perfectly pitched family drama’
Gus Lochburn is a celebrated pianist. But this weekend he is being moved into a care home.
His three grown children have the weekend to pack up his life, their childhood, and the memories of their mother into neat boxes. It’s been five minutes – they … View more‘A perfectly pitched family drama’
Gus Lochburn is a celebrated pianist. But this weekend he is being moved into a care home.
His three grown children have the weekend to pack up his life, their childhood, and the memories of their mother into neat boxes. It’s been five minutes – they are already at each other’s throats.
Between fights and fugues comes magic, memory, and music.
Starring a celebrated cast of actor-musicians, performing soaring symphonies and jazz standards. and the Lochburns is brought to life by an exceptional band of award-winning theatremakers, including married duo Andrew Paterson and William Duignan, and designer Meg Rollandi (NZ National Curator, Prague Quadrennial 2023).
Regress back to childhood squabbles, pubescent spats, and fights over pizza slices, in one nostalgic night of loss and laughter.
This touching new play is a world premiere not soon forgotten.
By Suzie Miller
Back after its sell-out season in 2023!
This vital, witty, gripping, multi-award-winning solo-show is touring New Zealand and is back at Circa Theatre for a limited time.
Tessa is a criminal defence lawyer at the top of her game and loving it: defending, cross-examining, … View moreBy Suzie Miller
Back after its sell-out season in 2023!
This vital, witty, gripping, multi-award-winning solo-show is touring New Zealand and is back at Circa Theatre for a limited time.
Tessa is a criminal defence lawyer at the top of her game and loving it: defending, cross-examining, and playing the rules of the law to win. But when the tables turn she finds herself at the mercy of the very system that she has dedicated her life to. Shadows of doubt are illuminated, making us question, who is our legal system serving?
This phenomenal production starring Mel Dodge and directed by Lyndee-Jane Rutherford continues an urgent conversation for Aotearoa New Zealand.
Reviews
“This play is the reason you go to the theatre.” Courier Mail
“An urgent and compelling work…run, don’t walk.” ★★★★★ Time Out
11 – 28 September
Tues – Thurs 6.30pm, Fri – Sat 8pm, Sun 4pm
Specials:
$35 Sunday Special, Sunday 15 September
$15 – $65 Choose Your Price Night, Tuesday 17 September
Q&A Nights: 12, 18, 19, 24, 25 September
Duration of show: 100 minutes, no interval
Audience Care: This show includes themes of sexual assault. Recommended for audiences 12+
Prima Facie was first produced by Griffin Theatre Company in May 2019 at the SBW Stables Theatre.
A charming kiwi adventure for the young and young at heart!
Mimi, Poppa and Trey are on a magical quest to Mount Rubbish more to save the world from the villainous Litter Bug! Mimi is still learning how to be a hero, but Poppa is there to guide her. Together, they explore how the whenua is part of… View moreA charming kiwi adventure for the young and young at heart!
Mimi, Poppa and Trey are on a magical quest to Mount Rubbish more to save the world from the villainous Litter Bug! Mimi is still learning how to be a hero, but Poppa is there to guide her. Together, they explore how the whenua is part of their whānau.
A kiwi tale, featuring iconic NZ creatures, landscapes, and fresh waiata by NZ singer-songwriter Benny Tipene. Brought to the stage by the multi-award winning theatre company Horse With No Name, and made beautiful through costumes by Wellington Theatre Awards 2021 Costume Designer of the year GRIDLEY by Victoria, Trees, Bees and Me is a journey for the kiwi kids and the whole family!
Reviews
“Horse With No Name have come up with one of the best children’s theatre shows that Wellington has seen in quite some time.” Deborah Rea, Theatreview
28 Sep – 12 Oct
Circa Two
Tues – Sat, 10am and 11.30am daily
$15 or $50 for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children)
Haramai ki te Hākari: Celebrate Matariki in style with The Tīwhas!
Mānawatia a Matariki!
Fill up your wairua with dinner and a drag show, as The Tīwhas! – Dame Jthan, Slay West, Pania, and the fabulous newcomer Huh? Mama! make their wintry return to Circa’s hearth. Let Aotearoa’s … View moreHaramai ki te Hākari: Celebrate Matariki in style with The Tīwhas!
Mānawatia a Matariki!
Fill up your wairua with dinner and a drag show, as The Tīwhas! – Dame Jthan, Slay West, Pania, and the fabulous newcomer Huh? Mama! make their wintry return to Circa’s hearth. Let Aotearoa’s fastest growing girl group dazzle you with their unique blend of kapa haka, drag artistry and live vocals, complete with bilingual reimaginings of your favourite pop songs from throughout the decades. Backed by a talented live band, this show promises an unforgettable evening of fun, costumes, choreography and joyful celebration of te tau hou Māori and mana takatāpui.
Dinner and a show: a main meal is included in the price of all tickets.
In this fabulous theatrical reimagining of a Matariki feast these talented Queens will guide you through celebrating te tau hou Māori (the Māori new year) with signature Tīwhas flare. You’ll meet the stars, be whisked away by original Māori lyrics set to tunes you know and love, and share kai with your new extended whānau. A main meal is included in all ticket prices, just pick your meal of choice when booking or chat with our friendly box office staff to discuss your options. Starters, desserts and drinks are all available to purchase on the night from the Circa restaurant.
Reviews
“The synchronised dance moves leave me trying to fathom how they can move so effortlessly, sing with such power and play to the audience without missing a beat” – Theatreview
“The evening is full of high energy numbers melting into poignant ballads with luscious harmonies” – Theatreview
Tō Hākari Matariki / Your Matariki Menu:
Hei Tīmata / Starters (purchase a starter on the night for $12 each)
Fry bread & honey (df/v)
Ceviche (gf/df) Fresh catch of the day, lime, cucumber, red onion, coconut cream
Pulled pork croquettes Pickles, spiced plum sauce
Kai Matua / Mains (included in all ticket prices)
Duck leg (gf/df*) Served with kūmara gratin, orange and watercress salad, jus
Pan fried fish (gf) Pan fried hapuka, broccolini with saffron mussel velouté
Roasted root vegetable salad (v/ve/df) Couscous, kūmara, carrots, beetroot, spinach, house vinaigrette
Purini / Desserts (purchase a dessert on the night for $10 each)
Sweet kūmara pie Ginger crust, vanilla whipped mascarpone
Drinks can be purchased from the Circa bar on the night.
Nō reira, kia kakama, e hoa mā! Book your tickets now to spend an “evening [...] full of high energy numbers melting into poignant ballads with luscious harmonies.” (Theatreview)
Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki!
Come celebrate the rising of Matariki with us!
Te Ohu / Cast and Crew:
Ngā Tīwha: Dame Jthan (Jthan Morgan), Pania (Raureti Ormond), Slay West (Levi Waitere), Huh? Mama! (Te Hamama Hohua)
Ngāti Tīwha: Kree Matthews, Hayden Taylor, Tom Knowles
Ringatohu/ Director: Jthan Morgan
Hoahoa Rama/ Lighting Design: Marshall Rankin
Hoahoa Oro / Sound Design: Tom Knowles
Kaitito & Mātanga Reo / Lyricist & Reo Consultant: Bea Joblin
Hoahoa ā-ata & Toi Ataata / Design & Artwork: Jared Pallesen
Te whakatairanga / Publicity: Tyler Clarke
19 - 29 June 2024
Circa Theatre Restaurant and Bar
Tues – Thurs 7pm, Fri – Sat 8pm, Sun 6pm
$75 per person, includes a main meal*
$69 per concession, includes a main meal*
Runtime: 90 minutes no interval
Audience care: mature themes
To book please call our friendly Box Office 04 801 7992 or email circa@circa.co.nz
No Door Sales, bookings close at 5pm the day before each performance.
The Tīwhas: A Matariki Spectacular is proudly supported by Burnett Foundation Aotearoa. Find out more about the important work they do here: www.burnettfoundation.org.nz...
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