tempo° is
TRUE STORIES TOLD LIVE
A new Book Council event that taps into the compelling need we all have for story, whether we are avid storytellers ourselves or enjoy listening to a good yarn. Through stories we make sense of things, the world around us, and the curious landscapes of our lives. The past three “True Stories Told Live” events held at TAPAC were an evening so intimate, fresh and engaging that to call it ‘storytelling’ almost falls short. Unrehearsed and in front of a live audience the speakers get up one by one and either sit or stand on the empty stage. From all walks of life, some never having done anything like this before, they start where they think the beginning of their story is and end about 10 minutes later. Each telling is like a confession, the audience all unabashedly leaning forward, intent on catching every word being uttered. It’s a great night’s entertainment and this Fathers’ Day come and hear seven different takes about Dad, Sunday 5 September 2010 at 4 pm. Admission $10.00. Door sales only. Come early to ensure a seat.
For more information phone 09 845 0295
A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
Peach Theatre Company presents A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE by Arthur Miller
“Certain plays … are rich enough to be visited as often and as long as there are performers with strong, original voices and fresh insights”, says a recent New York Times review of Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge starring Scarlett Johansson and Liev Schrieber. Peach Theatre Company gathers some of New Zealand’s finest actors, including George Henare, Annie Whittle and Shortland Street’s Robbie Magasiva and Anna Jullienne, in this rarely performed masterpiece. This explosive love story centres on a young couple, from two cultures, torn apart in a world of jealousy and obsession. Following on from acclaimed Peach Theatre Company productions of The History Boys and Sweeney Todd, A View From The Bridge is directed by Jesse Peach and designed by Emily O’Hara. All ticketing is general admission. The duration of the play is approximately 2 hours including interval.
OPENS: Thur 21 October 2010
CLOSES: Sun 31 October 2010
TIMES: Tue, Wed 6.30 pm / Thur – Sat 8 pm / matinee Sun 24 October 4 pm + Sat 30 October 2 pm + Sun 31 October 2pm
Click here to book or phone 09 845 0295
Good Company brings to TAPAC their 2009 ” witty, sexy and entertaining hit The Idea of America, a poignant, at times devastating play” - Theatreview.
Jude, a failed actress living with dementia, seems to think she’s a lot more famous than she actually is. Between playing mother and battling with her illness, she escapes into a world of sequins, air-kisses and grand sweeping entrances. Amongst all this her conservative and bigoted daughter, Holly, returns to the fold. Youngest Maureen, and secretive older brother Sean, greet her warily. As things turn from bad to worse the comically dysfunctional siblings must unite in a common cause. Lies are exposed, old wounds reopened and each must struggle with their own off beat neuroses.
Award winning designer John Parker, established playwright Gary Henderson, Academy Award and two time Emmy winning director Milton Justice and current ‘Go-Girls’ cast member Michele Hine, have joined forces with Sam Shore and a line-up of some of New Zealand’s finest up and coming talents to create a captivatingly original portrayal of family life.
“This play is a testament to upcoming New Zealand talent. The Idea of America is fun, fabulous, but also heart breakingly sad. I was blown away.” – Express.
Bookings opening soon for TAPAC season from 10 November 2010
PASNZ Workshops and performances
July 28th, 2010 | Comments Off | Posted in Dance Classes, Performing Arts School, School Holidays, Theatre
Fresh Memory – PASNZ Pointy Dog / Out Loud Youth Companies
Where: TAPAC Theatre
Dates: 18 – 20 September
Times: 6pm and 7pm
Wild Earth – PASNZ Gala Season
Where: TAPAC Theatre
Dates: 23 – 25 September
Times: 7:30pm
Petit – PASNZ Ballet Shows
Where: TAPAC Theatre
Dates: 25 – 26 September
Times: Matinees only 11am and 1pm
PASNZ Movement Workshop Series
Where: TAPAC Studios
Dates: 2 – 3 October
Times: 9:30am to 4pm
Bookings 09 845 0290 (EXT 2)
Discount options for family/group and block ticket bookings available
TAPAC - The Auckland Performing Arts Centre
Welcome, we are located (map) at 100 Motions Road, Western Springs right across from the Auckland Zoo. Check out details of upcoming performances, or hire our theatre or one of the 4 studios for your event. Contact us. We also have ample free carparking on site.
Our Partners
About Our Place
