A delightful fusion of slapstick and wit, "Rumours" promises an evening of belly laughs, pure entertainment, and a truly enjoyable theatre experience. You won’t want to miss this comedic gem put on by Company Theatre, directed by Kate Birch with a host of well-known local actors.
As.guests arrive for the 10th wedding anniversary of their Deputy Mayor friend, they're confronted not with celebration but with a puzzling scenario: the host has shot himself in the earlobe, the kitchen staff are nowhere to be found, and his wife is missing!
As more guests arrive, the effort to conceal the evening's unfolding chaos leads to a crescendo of confusion. Each character with their quirks and pretexts, go to great lengths to maintain the façade, as they become entangled in an ever-deepening web of comic deceit.
Venue: The Rose Theatre, 4 School Road, Belmont, Auckland
Running Time: 2 hours including interval
Standard Prices:
Adult - $29.00
Senior Gold card (65+) - $25.00
Student - $25.00
Saturday Special:
$22 tickets - Saturday 11th & 18th performances only
Saturday 11th November 8.00pm — Saturday Special - Opening Night
Sunday 12th November 2.00pm — Matinee
Wed 15th November 8.00pm
Thursday 16th November 8.00pm
Friday 17th November 8.00pm
Saturday 18th November 8.00pm — Saturday Special
Sunday 19th November 2.00pm — Matinee
Wednesday 22nd November 8.00pm
Thursday 23rd November 8.00pm
Friday 24th November 8.00pm
Saturday 25th November 8.00pm — Closing Night
Director Kate Birch | Production Manager Kathy Gent | Stage Manager Vettinia Ross | Set Design Scott Thomas | Set Dressing and Painting Caroline Parker; TonySandy | Poster/Programme Sherry Berg | Costumes Lisa Percy | Iticket/Advertising Kathy Gent | Sound and Lighting Design Stephen Hood | Sound and Lighting Operation Stephen Hood | Props Vettinia Ross, Alastair Fletcher | Bar Alastair Fletcher | Front of House Lesley Hawkey | Website Sherry Ede
Kate Birch
Kate’s lifelong love of performing began at the tender age of three, a passion that has never waned. Despite her parent’s initial attempts to "get it out of her system" at dance and drama school, Kate’s involvement in amateur dramatics has remained a constant throughout her life.
In 2011, she embarked a bold move to New Zealand with her family, where she swiftly became involved with Company Theatre. Her on-stage performances have included "Fawlty Towers," "Hay Fever," and "Arms and the Man".
More recently Kate has harnessed her creative energies in a new role as a director, bringing productions like "Deathtrap" and "God of Carnage" to life.
Beyond the stage, Kate channels her passion for developing people and fostering teamwork as a Coach and Facilitator in her own company ‘Thrive Together’. Her ability to inspire and unite people mirrors her directorial talents, making her a dynamic force in both the business and theatrical worlds.
