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The Reservoir

Presented byREvolve Theatre Aotearoa
Dates
2–6 Mar 2027
Venue
BATS Theatre1 Kent Ter, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Directed by
Rob Ormsby
Credits
Script adapted by Robert Ormsby. Based on the short story by Janet Frame.
Tickets from
NZ$15.00

About the show

Coming to the Wellington Fringe in 2027, The Reservoir is a poignant adaptation of Janet Frame's classic short story. Set against the backdrop of New Zealand's 1948 polio epidemic — a time of closed schools and sudden, unexpected freedom. The play captures the boundless curiosity and wild imagination of childhood. Join REvolve as we explore the delicate threshold of growing up, where innocent adventure meets the quiet fears of a mysterious world.

Booking & enquiries: Questions about your visit go to the theatre.

Visit theatre websiterevolve.aotearoa@gmail.com

Auditions for this production

  • The Reservoir

    REvolve Theatre Aotearoa

    Auditions
    Sat 7 Nov, 10:00Sun 8 Nov, 11:00
    Where
    Wellington, Porirua
    Prepare
    Auditions will take place in small groups, allowing us to see how performers work both individually and together. Short monologue Please prepare one or two monologues from the audition material, which can be downloaded below and will also be emailed to you once you have completed your application. We'd love to see a range of characters and a willingness to play. You don't need to be word-perfect, but we'd encourage you to be familiar enough with the material to work without holding a script, if possible. Come ready to play! Alongside your monologue, we'll explore some group exercises, improvisation and ensemble work. We're equally interested in how you respond to and work with others, as we are in your individual performance. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. What to expect on the day Your group audition will last approximately 40 minutes. You'll have an opportunity to present your chosen monologues and work with other performers. We may ask you to revisit some material with different intentions or explore an alternative approach to a character. There may also be some children's games, theatre games, improvisation, trust exercises and simple choreographed movement. Nothing too tricky, we promise! Some activities may involve working in close physical proximity to other performers. Please let us know beforehand if you have any concerns or access requirements so we can plan accordingly.
    Closes
    6 Nov 2026
    More infoEmail the theatre

Performances

DateTimeVenueTypeTickets
Tuesday 2 March18:00BATS Theatre
Wednesday 3 March18:00BATS Theatre
Thursday 4 March18:00BATS Theatre
Friday 5 March18:00BATS Theatre
Saturday 6 March18:00BATS Theatre

Ticket prices

  • UnwagedNZ$15.00

  • WagedNZ$25.00

Official tickets are sold here and on REvolve Theatre Aotearoa’s own website. Tickets from anywhere else may not be real.

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