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Zonys The ZONY Awards have been established to recognise performance and production excellence amongst members of the Musical Theatre New Zealand Zone 2 region

A huge thank you to everyone who got in touch and expressed an interest in joining our judging team. We were thrilled by...
29/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who got in touch and expressed an interest in joining our judging team. We were thrilled by the response and truly appreciate the support from our community.

We are delighted to welcome four new judges to our team:
✨ Bobby Mihi Howard
✨ Diane Connors
✨ Roy Eagleson
✨ Beverley Pullon

We look forward to working alongside you and are excited about the experience, knowledge, and enthusiasm you will bring to the role.

Please join us in giving Bobby, Dianne, Roy, and Beverley a warm welcome! 👏🎭


✨ It seems appropriate to post this on Mother's Day, as we honour the "Mother" of the Zony awards. ❤️Nominations are sti...
10/05/2026

✨ It seems appropriate to post this on Mother's Day, as we honour the "Mother" of the Zony awards. ❤️

Nominations are still open for the Ngaire Holmes Memorial Achievement Award for Excellence in Theatre.

We encourage you to nominate someone in your community who has had an impact on your society for more than 5 years and is not currently covered by existing Zony Awards. 🎭

💫 Nominations close 31 May 2026 and the inaugural award will be presented at this year's Zony awards in Rotorua. 🏆

Email [email protected] for details on your nomination!


👑✨ TICKETS. ARE. ON. SALE. ✨👑The princesses have smashed the storybook, seized the spotlight, and kicked the princes to ...
08/05/2026

👑✨ TICKETS. ARE. ON. SALE. ✨👑

The princesses have smashed the storybook, seized the spotlight, and kicked the princes to the curb!
Packed with big laughs, sharp wit, and powerhouse vocals, Disenchanted! is a riotous night out celebrating fierce women, fractured fairytales, and the freedom to tell your own story. 💥👠🎤

This season is also up for Zony judging, so come along and support the cast as they bring this bold, hilarious production to life by Rotorua Musical Theatre on the Casablanca Theatre stage.

📍 Casablanca Theatre
📅 28 May – 6 June 2026
🎟️ Tickets are LIVE NOW:
https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2026/may/rmt-disenchanted

Move. Book. Run.
This princess uprising does not hold seats. 👑🔥


🚨 Urgent Call for Zony Awards Judges! 🚨Kia ora everyone,The Zonys are absolutely thriving this year with an incredible 3...
01/05/2026

🚨 Urgent Call for Zony Awards Judges! 🚨

Kia ora everyone,

The Zonys are absolutely thriving this year with an incredible 34 show entries 🎭—but we urgently need your help.

Our amazing judges have been going above and beyond, often attending shows on back-to-back nights (and sometimes even two in one day!). To keep things sustainable—and to make sure our judges stay energised and supported—we need to grow our judging pool.

Here’s the reality: without judges, the Zonys simply can’t continue. They are the backbone of everything we do.

👉 Know someone who’d be great?
👉 Interested yourself?

Please spread the word within your networks and help us bring some new faces into the team.

📅 Judges’ meeting & training: 27 June (Hamilton)

If you or someone you know is keen, get in touch with Tracy:
📧 [email protected]

Let’s keep the Zonys strong 💚


Sadly the planned upcoming Zone 2 Meeting has had to be postponed. Keep an eye out for details of the new date
30/04/2026

Sadly the planned upcoming Zone 2 Meeting has had to be postponed. Keep an eye out for details of the new date

27/04/2026

🎭✨ Big news, theatre lovers! ✨🎭

The Zony Awards are back — and this year we’re rolling out the red carpet at The Distinction Hotel on Saturday 31 October 2026! 🏆

Mark your calendars, start planning your outfits, and get ready for a night to remember…


We are now accepting nominations for two new Zony judges for the upcoming year. With the current Zony year ending on May...
22/04/2026

We are now accepting nominations for two new Zony judges for the upcoming year. With the current Zony year ending on May 30th, and the new year beginning on June 1st, we aim to have new judges trained and ready to take on their roles from the start of the new year.

The deadline for nominations is April 30th 2026.

If you or anyone else you may know is interested, please contact us for more information and for nomination requirements and forms on:
[email protected]


17/04/2026

1,000 followers and counting! From rehearsals to opening night, curtain calls to standing ovations, you’ve been part of the journey every step of the way. Thank you all for being part of our story.

Keep an eye out for more Zony Awards 2026 details coming soon. We can’t wait to celebrate with you all ✨

Passion, power, and a story that shocked a nation… 🎭The Thrill of Love by Amanda Whittington is a gripping play inspired...
16/04/2026

Passion, power, and a story that shocked a nation… 🎭

The Thrill of Love by Amanda Whittington is a gripping play inspired by the true story of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain. Set in 1950s London, it follows Ruth’s rise from nightclub hostess to convicted murderer, as those around her piece together the events that led to her downfall. Through shifting perspectives, the play explores love, abuse, and the complexities of justice.

🏆 This production is set to be judged as part of this year’s Zony Awards.

📍 Venue: 16th Ave Theatre
📅 Dates: 8–23 May 2026
🎟 Tickets: www.iticket.co.nz


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