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311 days ago

Saturday Night Live Comedy - Austen Found: The Undiscovered Musical

Robyn from Kerikeri District

From 26 August to 14 October, “Austen Found: The Undiscovered Musicals of Jane Austen” tours the length and breadth of New Zealand as the national Arts on Tour NZ tour.

We're thrilled to be hosting the first show of the next AOTNZ homegrown performance, and invite you along to join us!

“....it's the good pavlova, the one someone has taken a few goes to get just right. The brilliant version.” - Waikato Times

“Jane Austen would be turning in her grave with delight…Rollicking good fun!” - Rip It Up Adelaide

Penny Ashton is New Zealand’s own global comedienne who has been making a splash on the world stage since 2002.

She has performed over 1000 solo shows and has sold out from Edinburgh to Edmonton to Tokoroa.

Addicted to Darcy? Lost all Sense and Sensibility? Bonkers for Big Balls?

Well, put down your cross-stitching and join Penny Ashton, Lori Dungey and Jamie Burgess as they swoon, romp, and pianoforte their way through an entirely improvised Austenian Musical.

Charming suitors, meddlesome mothers, tight breeches and surprisingly well-educated girls will all paint a vivid picture in song, dance and passionate handholding.

For her fifth Arts on Tour NZ Penny Ashton (Olive Copperbottom, Promise and Promiscuity, Sense and Sensibility – The Court Theatre, Hot Pink Bits) is bringing along
her most accomplished improvising friend, Lori Dungey (M3GAN, Lord of the Rings, Xena) and her most melodical musical maestro, Jamie Burgess (Canterbury Opera, K Rd Strip, Basil Fawlty), to perambulate the NZ countryside spreading laughter and delightful bonnets as they go. An entirely improvised Austenian Musical.

Complete Sell-out Comedy Festival (2007 and 2021) and Adelaide Fringe (2010)

“Penny Ashton and Lory Dungey – two excellent improvisers who know what they’re doing.” - Dominion Post

Would you like to talk with Penny some time before the Northland shows?

If you are able to make mention of these coming events, that would be much appreciated.

The full media release is attached.

www.eventfinda.co.nz...

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1 day ago

Riddle time neighbours! Can you crack this?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What has a head and a tail but no body?

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5 days ago

Do you volunteer or know someone who does?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all appreciate them for the great work that they do!

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19 hours ago

Spice up your winter

Jane Mander Retirement Village

When it’s cold outside, there's nothing quite like being inside the cosy warmth of a kitchen infused with the aroma of spices. But did you know that beyond their aromatic allure, these spices harbour a treasure trove of health benefits?

From the fiery kick of chilli to the sweet warmth of cinnamon, each spice brings not only flavour but also a host of nutrients and healing properties to our winter dishes. So, whether you're sipping on mulled wine, indulging in gingerbread, or savouring a hearty stew, every bite promises to not just please your palate but also contribute to your overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full story.

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