Te Aroha Dramatic Society
Welcome to Te Aroha Little Theatre
ABOUT US
A group with a strong history and a common passion
Since 1949 the Te Aroha Dramatic Society has been providing the Te Aroha community with quality live theatre. We produce a variety of theatre productions each year by New Zealand and international playwrights and aim to both entertain and educate our supporters. When you become a member you'll gain access to our productions, costume hire discounts and most importantly, a group of like-minded individuals who are just as passionate as you are.
Cauldron Bubble by Brian Daly
Our next production is "Cauldron Bubble" by Brian Daly and directed by Annette Plumpton. When Spencer Wilson directs a student production of MacBeth, what could go wrong? Well, when your cast is made up of raw beginners conscripted from your English class, your faculty advisor is an intern with zero theatre knowledge, her mentor wants it all to end in disaster and the drama teacher is outraged that Spencer is threatening her dominion over all things theatrical... everything could go wrong. And when Spencer accidentally triggers the Macbeth curse and accidents start to happen, it's looking like double, double toil and trouble time. Is the curse going to flatten everything and everyone in its path, or will it be all's well that ends well?
Show dates are between 2nd and 12th May 2024. Tickets will be on sale from Monday 15th April 2024 at 9am.
At the Little Theatre
The Theatre is centrally located and well-equipped. The Society receives good support from the community. We provide the chance for people of all ages and walks of life to become involved with any aspects of theatre production; from acting through to backstage, lighting and sound, advertising, marketing and promotion.
Great plays
The society aims to stage three plays a year - usually March, June and November. With a great legacy behind us, we are proud of the quality of our plays. Follow our Facebook page to keep up-to-date with audition calls and what's on.
Costume hire
Our range of costumes is stunning and vast. See our gallery page for proof! For your next event why not get in touch? We love seeing our wardrobe enjoyed by the community.
Fun opportunities
Putting on a production is hard work, fun, and ultimately very satisfying. We need a range of skills - it's not just about being on stage! We would love to have you join us. Come along to our regular Tuesday morning gatherings at 10 am, or contact us below.
Membership
For an annual fee you can support the Society's work, get discounts for costume and theatre hire, and receive a regular newsletter keeping you informed.
Annual membership fees are
$15 for single persons,
$25 for couples,
$35 for families.
To renew your membership for 1st April 2023 to March 31st 2024 please pay to our bank account:
03-1573-0041082-000
Use your name as a reference.
Theatre Hire
The theatre is available for hire. It has hosted musical concerts, school performances, writers group, drama classes, and last year was the venue for a New Zealand short film premiere. We offer:
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comfortable air-conditioned auditorium
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raked seating for approx. 80 people
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toilet facilities
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42m2 stage with additional wing space
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spacious backstage changing room with lit mirrors
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sound and lighting equipment
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foyer with a bar area and tea/coffee making facilities.
Radio Te Aroha 88 FM
We own and operate Radio Te Aroha, which is run by volunteers and publicises community groups and their activities, local businesses, and local music artists.
The station offers a fantastic opportunity to local businesses by offering radio advertisements that cost just $200 for a whole year.
If you’d like to volunteer, please get in touch. We're always looking for locals who are keen to do voiceovers for our community organisations and our commercial advertisers. Listen in via the player below.