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'The Nanny' Is Being Turned Into a Broadway Musical

The hit 90s sitcom is being adapted for the stage by original star Fran Drescher, co-creator Peter Marc Jacobson and 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' talent Rachel Bloom.

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New Zealand Festival of the Arts Has Unveiled a Diverse Lineup for 2020

The 18th edition of the arts and culture festival will take place from 21 February to 15 March.

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The 'Mrs Doubtfire' Stage Musical Is Finally Happening (And It'll Hit Broadway in 2020)

Say "helloooo" to the latest 90s film to make the leap to the theatre.

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'The Book of Mormon' Is Finally Coming to Auckland

It's Auckland's time to get in on the crass magnum opus from 'South Park' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.

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Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness Is Bringing His Live Comedy Show to Australia and New Zealand

The 'Road to Beijing' stand-up show is inspired by the star's lifelong attempt to become a figure-skating prodigy

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Fred Armisen Is Bringing His Live Comedy Show to New Zealand for the First Time

The prolific comedian has been in everything from 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' to 'Portlandia', and now he's bringing his new show Down Under.

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Dylan Moran Is Bringing His New Comedy Show to New Zealand

The 'Black Books' star is touring the country this October.

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'Magic Mike' Is Being Turned Into a Stage Musical

It's due to premiere in the US in November, and is eyeing off a Broadway run.

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The Country's Biggest Winter Festival Has Announced Its Jam-Packed 2019 Lineup

It returns to the picturesque lakeside village from 20-23 June.

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The Best Things to See and Do at CubaDupa 2019

Wellington's huge two-day culture festival is back for its fifth year.

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The NZ International Comedy Festival Has Dropped Its 2019 Lineup

Take your pick from over 120 shows this May.

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Ten Shows, Installations and Parties to Get Amongst at NZ Fringe Festival 2019

Wellington's favourite independent open-access arts festival is back for another year.

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Ten Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Wellington

From dragon parades and terracotta sculptures to lantern festivals and yum cha, here's how to celebrate the Year of the Pig in the capital.

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'The Notebook' Is Being Turned Into a Stage Musical

Nicholas Sparks' famous romantic drama is headed to Broadway — and they should probably just hand out tissues with every ticket.

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New Zealand Festival Has Announced a Major Revamp for 2020

Including changes to the festival programming, a residency program and a new annual immersive event.

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The Royal New Zealand Ballet Announces Sensational 2019 Season

Featuring a new series of world premieres, Swan Lake for the 21st century and a classic fairytale.

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Five Ways to Get Some Culture in Wellington After Work

Jazz up your evenings once you clock off from work.

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The Fall Guy

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Thursday, April 18 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington

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Baz Luhrmann's Moulin Rouge! Is Being Adapted Into a Stage Musical

Come what may.

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This New Off-Broadway Show Encourages Selfies During the Performance

Yes, that's Daniel Radcliffe sneakin' a selfie.

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Edinburgh Festival Programs Controversial Opera, Then Offers Refunds Before It Opens

Programmed unseen, Christophe Honoré's 'Così fan tutte' has been slammed for "volatile, violent racism".

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Bring Your Dream To The Surface: From Underground Comedy to Global Podcast Guru

How the funny man turns a rough idea into outstanding original content.

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125 Acts Have Been Announced for This Year's NZ International Comedy Festival

Wisecracks from award-winning internationals, popular locals and returning festival favourites.

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London's Abandoned Tunnels Will Play Host to an Immersive Goosebumps Theatre Experience

Reader beware, you're in for an actual, real life scare.

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