Auckland Live Presents Swing

Auckland Live Presents Swing

An Irish international theatrical hit fresh from New York, Paris and Edinburgh

Fresh from sell out shows and five star reviews across the globe, Auckland Live proudly presents the acclaimed Irish theatre show, Swing at the Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre, from 16 to 19 September.

Swing is a heart-warming comedy about dancing, music, love, not settling and feeling like an eejit. Being brave and having doubts, trying your best and trying new things, thinking outside the box and seeing things clearly. Living as well as you can and giving it a lash and its rock ‘n’ roll soundtrack will make you want to dance!

Janet Moran who wrote and performs in the production alongside Stephen Blount explains how it all started: About ten years ago I danced with Stevie (Blount) at a party. He used to do swing dancing and when he danced I told him that it was the best dance of my life. Every so often when I’d bump into him I’d say, we should do a play where we get to dance because we dance brilliantly together!”

After its 2013 premiere, a string of accolades have followed the production on its international tour - The New York Times called the show ‘dazzling’ and ‘poignant’ and The Times, UK found it “funny, touching and beautifully performed” to mention some of the high praise. More recently, their season at the Christchurch Arts Festival next month has already sold out - even before the show opens!

Steve Blount who wrote and performs in the production alongside Janet Moran is thrilled to be able to bring Swingto our shores. “I am honoured and excited to bring our little story from our island in the Atlantic Ocean to your island in the South Pacific Ocean on the other side of the world. We hope you enjoy it and have as much fun as we do.”

Swing will run from Wednesday 16 to 19 September at the Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre. Tickets are available for pre sale now and will be on general sale Tuesday 11 August, from Ticketmaster.

To discover more visit: http://aucklandlive.co.nz/swing.aspx

High resolution images of the show can be downloaded from the link below

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'SWING'

Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
16-19 September
Shows 8pm and Saturday matinee performance at 2pm
Opening performance (for reviewers Wednesday 16 September, 8pm)

TICKETS:

Adult $35
Concession (senior citizens, students, gold card holders, Actors Equity members) $25
Group of 6+ $30
*Service fees apply

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