Upcoming Events
We can't wait to share with you, all the amazing accessible events throughout Aotearoa in 2024!
ACT THREE PRODUCTIONS
Kinky Boots
Sunday 15 September, 4pm
Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North
Grab some glitter and do your best makeup, because an NZSL interpreted performance of ‘KINKY BOOTS’ is coming to Palmerston North. With outstanding Music and Lyrics by "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" singer, Cyndi Lauper and book by award winning Harvey Fierstein, this spectacular production promises an unforgettable experience for all.
Deaf / HOH Accessible tickets are only available through Act Three Productions
Phone - 06 355 0499
Email - admin@actthree.co.nz
Ticket prices: Adults $65 + ticket fees
Children 14 and under $45 + ticket fees
Please note Kinky Boots is rated P13
AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY
Girls & Boys
Friday 20 September, 8pm
ASB Waterfront Theatre, Auckland
It’s a bold and passionate one-woman drama that has hooked audiences in London and New York, and now Girls & Boys is coming to Auckland! Girls & Boys tells the story of a relationship, from the first day they meet, falling in love, raising two children, and the moment that it starts to fall apart. How it ends will make you question whether it's ever possible to truly know the people we love.
To book NZSL Access tickets
Email the Box Office team on boxoffice@atc.co.nz
OR
Use NZ Relay Service to call Auckland Theatre Company 0800 282 849
AUCKLAND ART GALLERY
NZSL Tour for Deaf visitors | The Walters Prize 2024 & Aotearoa Contemporary
Sunday 22 September, 2-3.30pm
Level 1, Auckland Art Gallery
Join us for a New Zealand Sign Language tour for Deaf visitors through The Walters Prize 2024 and Aotearoa Contemporary.
The Walters Prize is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most prestigious contemporary art award, and Aotearoa Contemporary is a showcase of what is new and current in Aotearoa New Zealand’s diverse cultural environment.
Both exhibitions sit side by side, offering a vital platform for contemporary artists from Aotearoa every three years at the Gallery. This 90-minute tour will be led by Deaf artist Abbie Twiss with supporting interpretation by Platform Interpreting NZ.
Book Tickets at the Auckland Art Gallery website.
This is a free event. The tour is limited to 15 people.
TIM BRAY THEATRE COMPANY
Mrs Wishy Washy
Saturday 21 September, 5pm (Gala)
Thursday 26 September, 10.30am
Saturday 12 October, 10.30am
The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna
Thursday 17 October, 10.30am
Due Drop Events Centre, Manukau
Enjoy some school holiday fun for the whole family with Mrs Wishy-Washy! Based on the beloved book series by Kiwi author Joy Cowley, ‘Mrs Wishy-Washy’ captures the hilarious chaos as Mrs Wishy-Washy attempts to bathe her muddy animal friends.
Book Tickets:
Online - Tim Bray Theatre Company website
Phone - 09 486 2261
Email - info@timbray.org.nz
Ticket prices vary between venues.
WOW: World of Wearable Art
Dream Awake
Friday 27 September
TSB Arena, Wellington
Journey to a world between worlds, where imagination becomes reality in the 2024 WOW Show: DREAM AWAKE. You will be drawn into six awe-inspiring realms, where the boundaries of theatrical spectacle, live music, dance, aerial choreography and wearable art are pushed to the extreme.
On Friday 27 September, the Award Ceremony will be NZSL Interpreted.
To book tickets:
Email: tickets@worldofwearableart.com
OR
Phone: 0800 496 974
A limited selection of seats are reserved close to the interpreter with a good view of the stage for the full performance. These seats will be available at our C Reserve price of $99* each and limited to 2 per person
THE WIGGLES
Live in Concert
Saturday 28 September, 12:30pm
Spark Arena, Auckland
We are thrilled to announce that The Wiggles will provide an NZSL interpreted session at Spark Arena as part of their upcoming New Zealand tour! Platform Interpreting NZ is working with Spark Arena and The Wiggles to bring this accessible performance to Auckland.
Sing, dance and learn with Australia's most popular children's entertainers.
Book tickets: Call Ticketmaster on 09 970 9700 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or you can email groups.newzealand@ticketmaster.co.nz
When booking, please provide the code ‘NZSL Wiggles’ and please ensure you communicate any special requirements you may have.
Tickets will be available for $29.20 + booking fees per ticket. This offer is set to expire Tuesday 24th September 2024, so book now to avoid disappointment!
Bookings open 2pm, Wednesday 11th September 2024 and close 5pm, Tuesday 24th September 2024.
AUCKLAND LIVE
Matilda
Thursday 10 October, 7:30pm
Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland
Experience this magical musical during the school holidays! ‘Matilda’ is inspired by the popular Roald Dahl novel, and features songs from the talented Tim Minchin. The story follows Matilda, a smart young girl with cruel parents who discovers she can move objects with her mind.
Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and some of New Zealand’s most talented young performers, Matilda will be the show to see in Auckland 2024.
Seats are reserved for d/Deaf patrons wishing to attend the NZSL interpreted performance with a clear view of the stage and interpreters. Introductory notes in NZSL will be given to attendees in the Killarney Rooms at the Bruce Mason Centre at 6:15pm.
Book Tickets:
Online - Book through the Auckland Live website and enter the promo code SIGNED
Phone - 09 970 9745
Email - groups@ticketmaster.co.nz
Tickets for these seats are at a discounted price of $75.60 (plus service fees) and a companion ticket is available at the same price if required.
A $5 service fee per transaction will apply for all phone and online bookings.
NZSLI tickets for Matilda the Musical will be available until 5pm, Tuesday 8 October 2024 or until the allocation is exhausted.
GLASS CEILING ARTS COLLECTIVE
Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.
Saturday 12 October, 2pm
Sunday 13 October, 2pm
Church Unlimited Whangārei
Head under the sea for a musical adventure with Glass Ceiling Arts Collective’s production of ‘The Little Mermaid Jr’! This adaptation of the Disney classic is colourful, musical, and magical.
Information about NZSL tickets coming soon.
AMDRAM THEATRE
Oliver!
Sunday 20 October, 2pm
Royal Whanganui Opera House, Whanganui
Consider yourself at home when you watch ‘Oliver!’, the award-winning musical. This musical is based on the classic novel and contains some of the most popular show tunes—it’s a show that you HAVE to see at least once!
Adapted from Charles Dicken’s classic novel, ‘Oliver!’ follow 9 year old orphan Oliver Twist as he joins a gang of pickpockets, led by the Artful Dodger and Fagin.
To book NZSL accessible tickets:
Phone (06) 349 0511
Email royaloperahouse@whanganui.govt.nz
Visit the Box Office weekdays 10am-1.30pm
AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY
Peter Pan
Saturday 26 October, 7pm
ASB Waterfront Theatre, Auckland
Travel to Neverland for a magical adventure like no other! The classic childhood tale ‘Peter Pan’ is coming to Auckland. Fun for the whole family, prepare to be enchanted by fairies, pirates, the Lost Boys, and all your favourite characters.
To book NZSL Access tickets
Email the Box Office team on boxoffice@atc.co.nz
OR
Use NZ Relay Service to call Auckland Theatre Company 0800 282 849
THE COURT THEATRE
A Doll's House
Thursday 31 October, 6.30pm
The Court Theatre, Christchurch
Christchurch, are you ready? Experience secrets, love and drama when you watch ‘A Doll’s House’!
Henrik Ibsen’s 1879 classic family drama is coming to Christchurch! Torvald Helmer believes himself to be the ethical member of the family, while his wife Nora assumes the role of the pretty and irresponsible little woman. Through an intricate story of reputations, secrets, love, and betrayal, Nora finds her way out of the “doll’s house” constructed by a restrictive society, ready to discover who she really is.
To book seats with the best view of the NZSL interpreter please email communications@courttheatre.org.nz, phone 0800 333 100, or visit Box Office at The Court Theatre in Addington.
A place of gathering in the foyer will be clearly signposted from two hours prior to the show start time, and an NZSL interpreter will be available to provide assistance prior to going into the performance space.
COLDPLAY
Music of the Spheres World Tour
Wednesday 15, Friday 15, and Saturday 16 November 2024,
Eden Park, Auckland
We are thrilled to announce that ‘Coldplay - Music of the Spheres - World Tour 2024’ will be NZSL interpreted!
Since the start of the tour in March 2022, the band have played to more than 7 million fans – more than any tour since the pandemic. The tour has also received rave reviews from fans and critics alike, picking up accolades including Favourite Touring Artist at the 2022 AMAs and Tour of The Year at the 2023 iHeartRadio Awards.
To book tickets:
For the special link to access NZSL tickets, email us at: platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com