| What is ‘The Whale Rider – On Stage’? An uniquely New Zealand story that has touched the hearts of many around the world, now a new multi-million dollar theatrical production designed and presented to the highest international standards. How is ‘The Whale Rider – On Stage’ different from the movie? It follows closely the story of the novel taking the audience on a journey between two worlds – land and sea, young and old, and highlights the deep spiritual connection between the human and whale worlds. Where does the cast and creative team come from? All New Zealand cast. Written by Witi Ihimaera, adapted for the stage by Toby Gough, starring Rawiri Paratene as Koro and Vicky Haughton as Nanny Flowers and featuring songs written by Hinewehi Mohi. George Henare as Paikea and to be announced very soon is the young girl who will play Kahu (Please note Kahu is her name from the novel - in the movie the producers chose to name her Paikea). What are the performance dates? From 20th August - 12th September Preview 20th August Opening Night 21st August Performance times? Tuesday-Saturday 7.30pm Sunday 5.00pm Wednesday Matinee 1.00pm Saturday Matinee 2.00pm Duration of performance? ACT I 50 minutes ACT II 50 minutes plus Interval of 20 minutes. When do tickets go on sale? On sale now! Ticket prices? All performances (except Wed Matinee): Premium $79.00 A Reserve $69.00 B Reserve $59.00 C Reserve $49.00 Wednesday Matinee: A Reserve $55.00 B Reserve $49.00 C Reserve $42.00 Concessions: Groups (10 or more), Seniors 65+, Children under 16 B Reserve $54.00 C Reserve $42.00 Schools & Fundraising: Wednesday 1:00pm Matinee Performances 10 or more in any price reserve $20.00 1 teacher FOC for every paid group of 20. Special price available for Wednesday matinee performances only. Ticket prices do not include service fee. Fundraising For every 10 tickets sold in any price category (except the $20 matinee offer) the school will receive one ticket free to on sell at the individual ticket price - with the proceeds going to the school. For more information on school bookings, please contact Ben Ph 09 573 7987, Mob 021 777 309 or Email Ben Can a group book in another area? Yes, but at the full price for that area. Can a group make a provisional booking? Yes – tickets can be on hold until one month prior to the performance date Online Group Bookings Enquiries Please click here for online group bookings... |
| If you have any further enquiries, please email us at enquiries@thewhalerider.co.nz |