Joyous nuns light up stage
Musical Theatre Dunedin has unleashed a surge of 1970s soul with its vibrant production of Sister Act.
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‘Resurrection’ raises the roof
‘Resurrection’ raises the roof
About 120 instrumentalists combined with a chorus of about 120 voices to perform Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No 2 "Resurrection".
Unleashing the rage
Unleashing the rage
Full disclosure: this book may make you angry.
Superb trio bring crotchety veterans to life in ‘Heroes’
Superb trio bring crotchety veterans to life in ‘Heroes’
An impressive trio of experienced local actors bring three old soldiers to life with heart and humour in Heroes, by French playwright Gerald Sibleyras, translated by Tom Stoppard.
Humour and family dynamics to the fore in relatable Hall play
Humour and family dynamics to the fore in relatable Hall play
The challenges of shifting to Auckland to be nearer to family are explored with wit and gentle, relatable humour in Roger Hall’s new one-man play End of Summertime.
Fantastic performances and an intriguing plot
Fantastic performances and an intriguing plot
I can sum up this entire review in three words — "watch this film".
Taoist-infused jazz played totally in sync
Taoist-infused jazz played totally in sync
A near-capacity house gathered to hear the Taoist-infused jazz of Jake Baxendale and Waypeople on Anzac Day at Hanover Hall.
Dynamic tones abound in revue
Dynamic tones abound in revue
Dunedin RSA Choir with musical director Karen Knudsen were in excellent voice for their annual Anzac Revue in Knox Church on Saturday evening.
Fathers and sons in turmoil
Fathers and sons in turmoil
By My Father’s Shadow follows two young brothers who venture into Lagos with their somewhat estranged father, Fola, during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis.
Flamenco vibrant and energetic
Flamenco vibrant and energetic
In a concert that fizzed with energy, Paco Peña entranced a packed Regent Theatre on Saturday.
Performances have sense of city pride
Performances have sense of city pride
The Dunedin Symphony Orchestra began its 60th birthday celebrations with two performances at the King’s and Queen’s Performing Arts Centre over the weekend.
High-octane performance thrills
High-octane performance thrills
The Rock Tenors thrilled a capacity audience in the Dunedin Town Hall.
Hilarious show relatable and deeply personal
Hilarious show relatable and deeply personal
Popular Dunedin comedian Harriet Moir kept a packed-out Te Whare O Rukutia audience roaring with laughter during her hilarious show Dear Stalker.
Intriguing premise in one-act play bursting with potential tension
Intriguing premise in one-act play bursting with potential tension
Pas de Trois, a new play by Penelope Hare, offered an intriguing premise and moments of visual beauty.
Plenty of laughs in amusing show
Plenty of laughs in amusing show
MIGRATED CREATIVES PRESENT BROWN SUGAR The Playhouse— Wednesday, March 11The warmth and joy of the Pasifika community was to the fore in sweetly youthful piece Brown Sugar.
Brave and honest voice but jokes struggled to land
Brave and honest voice but jokes struggled to land
Stephen Lefebvre is a comedian with a brave and honest voice, but his recent show unfortunately left me feeling more sorrowful than joyful.
Superb start to year
Superb start to year
Opera Otago launched its 70th anniversary year in style with Arias at Dusk, an innovative take on operatic arias.
Book celebrates ways that reading can enhance life
Book celebrates ways that reading can enhance life
Amid the worrying number of books by people worried about reading, this elegant and charming collection of essays stands out for its refreshingly positive approach.
Sensory stimulation and wry commentary
Sensory stimulation and wry commentary
A feat of technical mastery, the writing and production of Motion Sickness are equally as impressive as the passion and perseverance with which its creative team execute it.
Successful blend of arias and dance
Successful blend of arias and dance
Opera Otago’s contribution to Dunedin’s Fringe Week opened in Hanover Hall on Tuesday evening with Arias at Dusk, a unique performance of popular operatic arias.