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SUMMARY:******AUDITIONS THE SECRET LIVES OF EXTREMELY OLD PEOPLE
DESCRIPTION:Auditions \n“The Secret Lives of Extremely Old People” \nAre you ready to step into the lives of five compelling characters and explore the challenges and unexpected joys of extreme old age? \nThe South Canterbury Drama League invites you to audition for The Secret Lives of Extremely Old People by Rachel McAlpine\, presented by arrangement with Playmarket.org.nz. \nThis thought-provoking play is inspired by real stories of nonagenarians. Blending humour\, emotion\, and storytelling\, it asks the poignant question: “Is life worth living after 90?” \nAbout the Play:\nAn intimate and at times confronting production\, it offers a glimpse into advanced aging through five individuals navigating love\, loss\, and the complexities of life in their nineties: \n· A devoted couple who have overcome a lifetime of struggle.\n· A free-spirited musician embracing her truth.\n· A Māori kuia rediscovering her heritage and reclaiming the cultural identity she was denied for much of her life.\n· A privileged\, educated man with a distinguished career\, confronting social injustice and inequality.\nFULL CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS HERE \nWhy Audition?\nThe opportunity to bring complex characters to life to challenge and inspire audiences. Experienced actor or new to the stage\, this play offers a chance to explore what life will be like in the 90’s. \nPerformance Details:\n· When: 8–17 May 2025\n· Where: The Playhouse\, Timaru\n· Directed by: Chris Thomas \nAudition Information: Auditions are by booking only. Please contact Chris to secure your spot: \n· Phone: 027 297 9643 · Email: chris@specialevents.co.nz\n· Audition Dates: Saturday\, 1st February\, or Sunday\, 2nd February 2025\n· Time: 10am–2pm \nDon’t miss the chance to be part of this serious and fun production!
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/auditions-the-secret-lives-of-extremely-old-people/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Auditions,Little Theatre,Repertory
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Joe Bennett
DESCRIPTION:The South Canterbury Drama League is hosting\n“An Evening with Joe Bennett” at The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street on the 28th Feburary at 7.30pm. \nBorn in England\, Joe Bennett has lived in New Zealand since 1987.\nHis newspaper columns are syndicated throughout the country and he has several times been judged New Zealand Columnist of the Year.\nThirteen collections of his columns have been published in New Zealand and three world-wide. He has had four travel books published by Simon and Schuster UK\, and his work has been translated into Chinese\, Korean\, Greek and American. Where Underpants Come From was the Whitcoulls Travcom Travel Book of the Year in 2009.\nBe entertained with his wit\, wisdom and humour at this special one night only event. \n\nQuestions from the audience are entertained as long as they are entertaining.\nTickets available from iTicket and Timaru Information Centre
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/an-evening-with-joe-bennett/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Little Theatre,Repertory
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SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Extremely Old People
DESCRIPTION:THE SECRET LIVES OF EXTREMELY OLD PEOPLE \nFive fictional nonagenarians share their fascinating stories. They riff\, they rant\, they rebel\, they remember. Tragedy hovers and death is drawing close. So why do they say they are lucky? Deeper than data about old age\, their stories are startling\, exhilarating and moving. \nPlaywright Rachel McAlpine was shocked to the core when her GP predicted she would live to 99. Like most people\, she had opinions about very old age but no experience. \nShe asked local people in their 90s about their lives and found their revelations broke all the stereotypes. She also walked the footpaths of Wellington asking people how they see their life unfolding at 90. \nThe play\, “The Secret lives of Extremely Old People” erupted from those conversations. \nPreceding each of three matinees\, The Vintage Piano Trio will perform in the lounge for 30 minutes. Their ages span three decades and total 255 years \nPerformances \nFri May 9th 7.30 pm \n*Sat May 10th & *Sun May 11th 2pm Matinee \nThur May 15th & Fri May 16th 7.30pm \n*Sat 17th May 2pm Matinee \nBuy tickets on line at iTICKET and at the \nTimaru Information Centre
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/the-secret-lives-of-extremely-old-people/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Little Theatre,Repertory
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SUMMARY:Babooshka
DESCRIPTION:BABOOSHKA – Bold\, Witty\, and Wonderfully Honest! Like the Russian doll ‘Babooshka’\, five women peel away the layers to reveal more than you might expect. A chance encounter in a department store changing room provides the backdrop for this unexpected\, frank and witty play. \nStep into the spotlight and strip back the layers of five fierce\, flawed\, and funny women. \nA fast-paced\, satirical take on body image\, fame\, and finding yourself. Layers will be shed. Truths will be told. Laughs guaranteed. \nR16 Language. Content may offend. Trigger warning: contains negative body image & eating disorder themes. \n  \nDirected by Erin Mulholland \n 
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/babooshka/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Little Theatre,Repertory
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SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Extremely Old People - Encore Season
DESCRIPTION:BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND AS THE PREVIOUS SEASON WAS SOLD OUT.\n“THE SECRET LIVES OF EXTREMELY OLD PEOPLE”\nENCORE SEASON \nFive fictional nonagenarians share their fascinating stories.  They riff\, they rant\, they rebel\, they remember.  Tragedy hovers and death is drawing close.  So why do they say they are lucky?  Deeper than data about old age\, their stories are startling\, exhilarating and moving. \nPlaywright Rachel McAlpine was shocked to the core when her GP predicted she would live to 99.  Like most people\, she had opinions about very old age but no experience.  She asked local people in their 90s about their lives and found their revelations broke all the stereotypes.  She also walked the footpaths of Wellington\, asking people how they see their life unfolding at 90.  The play\, “The Secret Lives of Extremely Old People” erupted from those conversations.  Overall\, the success of the play depends upon character\, and mercifully\, the script avoids patronising stereotypes. \nWriter Rachel McAlpine said of the previous SCDL production\,  “The director\, cast\, crew\, and production team are to be commended for their courage in mounting what in many ways is a difficult play\, and for putting across the issues with considerable warmth and good humour. They are to be congratulated on the patent success of their undertaking. Well done all!” \nOnly five performances \nWednesday 25th Feb 7.30 pm.\nThursday 26th Feb 7.30 pm.\nFriday 27th Feb 7.30 pm.\nSaturday 28th Feb 2 pm.\nSunday 1st Mar 2 pm. \nBuy tickets online at iTICKET and at the Timaru Information Centre \nTHE PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES WERE QUICKLY SOLD OUT SO BUY TICKETS SOONER RATHER THAN LATER.
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/the-secret-lives-of-extremely-old-people-encore-season/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Little Theatre,Repertory
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SUMMARY:Petite Plays
DESCRIPTION:🎭 Petite Plays\n11th & 12th June 2026 \nFunny. Whimsical. Farcical. Anarchic. \nGet ready for a wild\, theatrical ride. \nPetite Plays are small but perfectly formed\, some only a few minutes long\, bringing together a vibrant collection of short works written by local playwrights. Expect an evening of infinite variety\, where no two pieces are the same. \nFrom a cheeky Chaucerian rewrite\, “The Miller’s Tale”\, to the sci-fi horror “Fingers and Thumbs”\, these bite-sized plays cover the full gamut of theatre. Fast-paced\, surprising\, and full of character\, there’s something here for everyone. \n\n✨ The Plays & Playwrights\n\nWelcome to Existence – Joe Smith\nKiwiana – Elizabeth Contreras\n8 or 12 Weeks? – Cate Bauer\nFingers and Thumbs – Wayne Doyle\nBible Basher – Esther Ashby-Coventry\nThe Miller’s Tale – Harry Kirkwood\nBest Mate – Suze Smith\nA Most Useful Instinct – Suze Smith\nThe Final Draft – Suze Smith\n\n\n🎟️ Performance Details\nONLY TWO PERFORMANCES📅 Thursday 11th &  Friday 12th June 2026 \n💲 Adults: $20🎓 Students: $15
URL:https://dramaleague.org.nz/event/petite-plays/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 198 Church Street\, Timaru\, 7910\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:All,Current Shows,Little Theatre,Repertory,Upcoming Shows
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