Massive Company’s free theatre workshops are designed for rangatahi aged 14-25 years. You may be taking part in drama classes at school, Uni or have done some acting in the past – but even if you haven’t, these workshops are suitable for all levels of experience.
You will learn how to make exciting performance pieces using your own stories and ideas, using Massive’s unique style of theatre-making. We will teach you how to form a great connection with other actors and an audience, helping you to develop as a dynamic performer who people will love to watch on stage.
Massive works physically, collaboratively and rigorously with your stories, ideas and dreams at the heart of everything we do. We give feedback to help develop your skills as a performer and a creative, because we believe in you and all you have to give the world. Hone your craft as a performer, share your stories, and dig deep.
Massive Company’s free theatre workshops are designed for rangatahi aged 14-25 years. You may be taking part in drama classes at school, Uni or have done some acting in the past – but even if you haven’t, these workshops are suitable for all levels of experience. You will learn how to make exciting performance pieces … Continued
An earnest comedy about parenting, progress, life, death and family. On Sunday, September 2nd, 2018 I wake up in an armchair in the NeoNatal intensive care unit of Wellington Hospital. My wife is asleep in the wards after a long, tough labour. Our son is alive, but only just. A kind, practical NICU nurse walks … Continued
Blast off to Mars these school holidays in a special development season presentation of a thrilling interactive space adventure. You’ll be right in the middle of the story as a skilled engineer on an international space station in the year 2034. In charge of your own digital console you’ll be guided by the Mission Commander … Continued
Ngā Hua Toi Te Tai Tokerau presents: PAGE TO STAGE a reading of WHEN SUN AND MOON COLLIDE by BRIAR GRACE SMITH Isaac runs a tea room in the middle of nowhere where he watches life and cars pass by his window each day. When two of his customers share a chance meeting, he finds himself embroiled … Continued
Ngā Hua Toi Te Tai Tokerau Presents: Page to Stage Play Reading | Tuatahi THE PROPHET by HONE KOUKA (with Haka and Waiata composition by Hone Hurihanganui) Five teenage cousins have returned to their ‘home’ on the East Coast for another cousin’s unveiling (headstone ceremony). Over the three days there, they deal with the new roles they … Continued
Northland Youth Theatre presents an electrifying performance of William Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, brought to life by a talented cast aged 14-20. Under the visionary direction of emerging director Rose McKenzie, this production offers a fresh interpretation of the classic play. As the lights come up, the audience is transported to a world of political … Continued
Radical and rambunctious, explosive and gritty, Heart go… BOOM! takes Massive Company’s iconic theatrical style and kicks it up a gear. Heart go… BOOM! introduces Cypha Clark, Ingrid Lee, Molly Curnow, Talia Pua and Tane Te Pakeke-Patterson, five electric actors capturing the spirit of youthfulness through heart-felt physicality. Reflecting the diversity and passion in the … Continued
Sarah Macombee’s new musical work My Name is Laverne has been in development for the last year and has been performed as part of a Living Room Tour under the name Put Up and Shut Up! It won the Best New Work at Whangārei Fringe 2022 and is the powerful story of Rose, who mourns … Continued
Come along to watch some Te Tai Tokerau’s finest Shakespeare performers. Featuring Whangārei Boys High School & Whangārei Girls High School Shakespeare winners + more! Featuring Whangārei Boys High’s very own Fideliter Jazz Band & Smokefree Rockquest Award-winning rock band “Ready Set” All funds raised go towards getting the regional winners to Wellington to compete … Continued
Massive Company’s Professional Development Workshops are designed for teachers and theatre practitioners working with rangatahi, with a particular interest in developing their devising practice. Suitable for teachers and theatre practitioners of all levels. They are a practical and useful tool for you to use in the classroom, workshop and rehearsal space. Fun, dynamic and playful, … Continued