News
Posted 29 January 2012
Looking for something different to do in 2012? Just arrived in the area and want to meet some new people? How about being part of a talented and creative backstage team helping to put a production together? HLT’s directors are looking for volunteers for the following roles:
As You Like It – a comedy by William Shakespeare. Season: May 12 to June 2
Director Judy Rankin (535-6603)
A sound/lighting operator to jobshare with one other.
Entertaining Angels – a comedy by Richard Everett....
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Posted 21 January 2012
As part of the Arts Festival Out East, Howick Little Theatre and Willow Productions
present a return to Auckland of the acclaimed award-winning production of
Meeting Karpovsky.
With Helen Moulder & Sir Jon Trimmer.
Directed by Sue Rider
"Pure magic ..... together they are magnificent" -
The Listener
Season: March 29 – April 1
In the dance of life Sylvia has two left feet, but Karpovsky has arrived to tutor her in hope and grace. Years ago, Sylvia travelled the world and its greatest...
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Posted 20 January 2012
Need something to wear to a fancy-dress party or period event? Click for information on costume hire.
Posted 18 January 2012
A Howick Little Theatre Subscription is an ideal gift for the theatre lover in your life. An original and imaginative idea for birthdays, thank-yous or any occasion, gift subscriptions are available throughout the year for between two and five shows. Gift subscriptions can be purchased online or from the theatre. We will post them to you or your chosen recipient in an attractive wallet with a copy of our season brochure and a personal message. See Subscriptions for details.
Posted 11 December 2011
Congratulations to director Anton Bentley and the cast and crew of
Some Girl(s), which on Saturday night won the Best Production Award for 2011. Congratulations also to Merit Award winners: Emma Love, Elaine Dwyer, Rosie Elder, Caroline Greig, Chris Jeram, Rae McGregor and Marion Wood.
Posted 27 November 2011
Thanks to the Lion Foundation for a $10,000 grant towards new sound equipment. The purchase of the Q-Lab system will give us much greater flexibility when it comes to designing soundscapes for HLT productions. The new equipment will also enhance the quality of the sound experience for theatregoers.
Posted 26 October 2011
Welcome to Howick Little Theatre's 2012 Season.
The Priory
A comedy by Michael Wynne
Directed by Adey Ramsel
“
The Big Chill meets Agatha Christie.” –-
Guardian.
Kate is delighted when she finds a perfect country retreat for her New Year’s Eve celebrations, and she invites her closest friends to join her. But she finds these successful professionals in search of a good time in the sticks can make for a less-than-ideal party … and some surprising resolutions! This play, winner of the...
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Posted 26 October 2011
Mayor Len Brown visited the theatre to look at the facilities and discuss the theatre's future plans. His visit was reported in the
Howick and Pakuranga Times (13/9/09).
He was photographed during the visit with (from left): Kathy Bigwood (office manager), David Gifford (vice-president; at back), Margaret Nash (president), The Queen aka Judy Rankin, committee members Alison Mudford and Rae McGregor, and Nikita the dog.
BUSINESS AWARDS FINALIST
Howick Little Theatre has also been in the...
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