The Importance of Being Earnest

Jack Worthington pretends to be Ernest to avoid certain social obligations, but Gwendolen has fallen in
love with him as Ernest – and he with her. Quizzed as to his origins by his aunt, Lady Bracknell, Jack has
to admit to being found in a handbag.
Oscar Wilde’s classic is a delight from the first cucumber sandwich on, as Jack’s double life catches up
with him. The problems are resolved in an extremely charming and quite unexpected way as Jack and
Algernon discover the importance of being earnest while answering to the name Ernest.

The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert

When drag queen Anthony (Hugo Weaving) agrees to take his act on the road, he invites fellow cross-dresser Adam (Guy Pearce) and transsexual Bernadette (Terence Stamp) to come along. In their colorful bus, named Priscilla, the three performers travel across the Australian desert performing for enthusiastic crowds and homophobic locals. But when the other two performers learn the truth about why Anthony took the job, it threatens their act and their friendship.

Feel free to dress up!

AUDITIONS: The Importance of Being Earnest

Jackie goes Prima Diva

Homegrown chanteuse Jackie Clarke turns her powerhouse vocals, wicked humour and maverick entertainment style to the songs of the 20th and 21st Centuries’ most legendary divas.

Coming to OSPA on 5 April, Jackie pays homage to Judy Garland, Shirley Bassey, Nina Simone, Peggy Lee, Streisand and more! From Alison Durbin to Dolly Parton, from Kate Bush to Gaga, she lets her diva flag fly, while playfully engaging the audience with her trademark witty panache.

Accompanied by the splendid Karl Benton on piano (Ardijah, Che Fu, Annie Crummer), expect iconic songs performed with tender soul and gleeful virtuosity.

Don’t miss this rollicking show of bravura song styling, dazzling frockage, pin-drop moments and plenty of laughs.

Tickets $30 from www.ospa.org.nz or cash sales at The Urban Market, 214 King Street, Pukekohe. Doors open at 5.30, show starts at 7pm.

Live music once again: Jon Sanders & Dave Alley

Dave Alley and Jon Sanders have been making epic acoustic contemporary folk and world music as a duo since 2006 when they met in New Zealand.

Jon’s years based in the idyllic melting pot that is Dingle, Ireland, instantly blended with Dave’s antipodean influences to produce sonic magic.

Described recently as “the most stunning intuitive duo ..” the pair blend their virtuoso Guizouki (google it), guitar, percussion and vocal talents with ears and minds wide open.

Come massess! Stragglers, and the wary wayward – a musical epiphany abounds and the echoes of joy will resound!

Read more here: https://jon-sanders.com and https://www.davealley.co.nz

Tickets are $25 and are on sale now at www.ospa.org.nz or cash sales at The Urban Market, 214 King Street, Pukekohe.

The Anthony Wilding Story

Back in 2000 when OSPA Theatre was just a dream, Matt Chamberlain brought The Anthony Wilding Story to Onewhero as one of the very first fundraising events. Now, 25 years later, he’s bringing it to the OSPA stage at 5pm on Sunday 2 March.

Hear how a young man from Christchurch took on the world’s best and beat them, winning Wimbledon four times!

This charming solo performance is set on the Mansfield tennis court and tells the story of the free-spirited Anthony Wilding as he tours England and Europe on his motorbike, and plays in tennis tournaments.

The Anthony Wilding Story has toured New Zealand extensively and was even performed at Wimbledon in 2003!

Tickets are $25 and include a delicious High Tea.  Cash sales also available at The Urban Market, 214 King Street, Pukekohe.

Green Fieldz is Keith Rea and Sally Carter performing bluegrass, Celtic, ragtime, gypsy jazz, pop, originals and old favourites. Stunning ukulele duets and wild fiddle with blazing guitar intertwine melodies and harmonies on well known tunes. With gorgeous vocal harmonies Sally and Keith feast on a show-stopping blend of genres that draw audiences in to enjoy their wonderful performance, lively onstage banter and warm humour.
They are supported by Larry Coulter.

Geoff Rowe & Bryce Patten

Bryce Patten – professional long hair enthusiast and expert metal guitar shredder, is a regular at many a folk music night in Auckland. When he takes the stage with an acoustic guitar, his deft fingers navigate the fretboard with intricate melodies often seen only in heavier genres. To this he adds a tender vocal around a myriad of meaningful topics. He is a folk artist in a metal wrapper, a wonder to behold, and pleasure to hear.

Geoff Rowe – amateur no-hair enthusiast and expert nerd – is a sasquatch-like cryptid of the Auckland Folk scene. When he takes the stage, a mixture of sad, sweet, and silly songs makes people weep, fawn, and guffaw respectively. His lyrical trickery, combined with a broad set of interests, make more of a variety show, and he was asked to represent the Devonport Folk Music Club at the 50th Auckland Folk Festival in 2023 (before it got flooded).

Having regularly performed on the same bill, they have decided to join forces and venture to Geoff’s hometown of Onewhero. Combined, they promise to bring a unique mix of songs, and a night of exploring different musical stylings. We hope to see you there!

Saturday 23 November, doors open 7pm. Tickets on sale shortly!

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Dave Alley & Guests

Local musician Dave Alley is a genre defying artist whose mostly acoustic guitar based music stems from roots, world, blues, rock, reggae, funk, folk and south pacific. OSPA is looking forward to welcoming Dave’s talent and that of his musician friends back to the theatre at Onewhero.

Dave and guests will be playing at the theatre on Saturday 19th of October. It’s been a while since we have some live music, so put the date in your diary now and we’ll look forward to seeing you at the theatre!

Tickets will go on sale NOW