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The Professional Theatre Company is Nelson’s brand-new home of storytelling. Stories about us. Stories from afar. Stories to make us think, grow and laugh. Unforgettable shared experiences, powered by the brilliant professional talent right here in our region.

We’re here to connect and inspire, expand understanding and bring genuine joy and delight through the region’s very own Professional Theatre Company.

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CAT vs DOG

Founders Energy Event Centre

Sat 28th September - Sat 12th October

11am & 1pm daily (excluding Sundays)

Uncle Bert loves his Cat and his Dog and everything
seems alright in the world.
However when Uncle Bert leaves the room, it's all on for Cat Vs Dog!
But one day they take it too far and
disaster strikes!
Can Cat and Dog learn how to
work together to save the day?

Book NOW to see this clever Dan Bain
children’s physical theatre show that will thoroughly entertain.
Cat vs Dog is a physical, inventive, funny show that will engage all ages and ignite imaginations.
DON’T MISS OUT. BOOK NOW

BOOK TICKETS

2024 PAST SEASONS

Mr and Mrs Macbeth of Heathcote Valley Road

The Court Theatre, Christchurch

Fri 17th May - Sat 22nd June 2024

Jo and Tom Macbeth are experienced professional actors who have a reputation as Shakespearean specialists. It is the opening night of a production of Macbeth, 30 minutes before curtain up. In the dressing room, something major has happened. Not great timing.

Crisp, sharp dialogue, revelations and discoveries on both sides provide moments of emotion, accusations and crackling synergy. With a crisis just before the interval, disaster seems imminent. The second half is filled with every actor's nightmare - being in the wrong play at the wrong time, especially when Taika Waititi is in the house casting for his Amazon-funded film version of the Shakespearian tragedy.

Enjoy a rollercoaster ride of comedy, drama, poignancy and explosive conflict, as these two-stage dynamos reveal the highs and lows of partnerships, on and off the stage. Mr & Mrs Macbeth of Heathcote Valley Road will appeal to all, including people who hated Shakespeare at school.

2024 - 2025 SEASON PROGRAMME

At the heart of The Professional Theatre Company is an annual programme of entertaining, moving and thought-provoking productions that will be showcased at the treasured Theatre Royal as well as various other venues across New Zealand. Our repertoire consists of an array of performances, including newly commissioned works by talented New Zealand playwrights, beloved classics, and stories that reflect our place, our whānau, our challenges and our joys. We want everyone in our community to feel they belong to something that is truly ‘ours’.