Heretaunga Players Inc.

02/09/2026

Reminder the auditions are this Saturday 2pm we would love to see you there!!

Kia ora everyone,

Our end‑of‑year show Calculated Mayhem will be a Comedy Showcase, directed by Sara Macintyre and Louise Brodie.

The production features a collection of short comedic plays and sketches, offering satirical takes on news and entertainment programs. With a wide variety of characters and performance styles, the show provides a broad range of roles for actors of all experience levels.

Auditions will be held on 5 September at 2 pm at The Studio Ward Street Upper Hutt
Rehearsals will begin on 14 September.

Performance dates will run from 26 November to 5 December.

If you are interested in being part of the cast but cannot attend auditions, we would still love to hear from you. Please register your expression of interest by emailing [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there.

19/08/2026

Kia ora everyone,

Our end‑of‑year show Calculated Mayhem will be a Comedy Showcase, directed by Sara Macintyre and Louise Brodie.

The production features a collection of short comedic plays and sketches, offering satirical takes on news and entertainment programs. With a wide variety of characters and performance styles, the show provides a broad range of roles for actors of all experience levels.

Auditions will be held on 5 September at 2 pm at The Studio Ward Street Upper Hutt
Rehearsals will begin on 14 September.

Performance dates will run from 26 November to 5 December.

If you are interested in being part of the cast but cannot attend auditions, we would still love to hear from you. Please register your expression of interest by emailing [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there.

15/08/2026

15/08/2026

That’s a wrap! Huge thanks to our cast for their talent, our crew for their hard work, and our audience for bringing the laughs and the love. You’ve all helped make this show unforgettable. Until next time, keep the joy of live theatre alive.

13/08/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that the show has officially sold out! Thank you to everyone who has purchased tickets and shown such incredible support. We can't wait to see you there and promise an unforgettable experience. If you missed out on tickets, stay tuned for future events and announcements. Your enthusiasm and dedication mean the world to us!

11/08/2026

The Green Room Podcast at 9 pm tonight (Monday) with Carl & Neil feature director Liz Ebrey and actor Shane Abrahams with the upcoming production - Obvious Guilt at Heretaunga Players Inc. in Upper Hutt. Make sure you tune in for the chat and secure a ticket!

There will also be a run through all the usual theatre news, including what's coming up, audition opportunities, and everything else happening around the local theatre scene.

Tune in 106.7 FM locally in Lower Hutt and online: huttcityfm.co.nz - press listen live button 🎭

06/08/2026

Check out the glowing review of our latest show there are still a few tickets left if you get in fast.

Tickets are $23 plus booking fee, and as always, the team at Whirinaki Whare Taonga are looking after ticket sales.

You can purchase them by:
* Phoning them on 527 2168
* Visiting them at 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt, between 10am - 4pm, 7 days a week
* https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2026/aug/obvious-guilt

06/08/2026

Obvious Guilt by Ethan Bortman and directed by Liz Ebrey

Tickets are $23 plus booking fee, and as always, the team at Whirinaki Whare Taonga are looking after ticket sales.

Get your tickets By:
* Phoning them on 527 2168
* Visiting them at 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt, between 10am - 4pm, 7 days a week
* Online via https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2026/aug/obvious-guilt