The PumpHouse Theatre: What's On
Mid-Winter Murder Mystery… Go Back For Murder is Agatha Christie’s 1960 stage adaptation of her 1942 novel Five Little Pigs (the novel was also known by the title Murder in Retrospect.) The story is located in England in two decades – 1940s and then back in time to the 1930s of WW2 and the scene of a murder. Upon the deathbed recantation of Caroline, who was jailed for the killing of her philandering husband, all the people present at the time and place of his death are brought together again in an effort to solve what has become a cold case.
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AGATHA CHRISTIE GO BACK FOR
MU R D ER
A SHORESIDE THEATRE MID-WINTER MYSTERY THRILLER
JULY 23 - AUGUST 1
In the stage version of the story the famous protagonist of the novel, Hercule Poirot has been removed all-together and replaced by Justin Fogg, a one-time admirer of Caroline who is determined to find the real murderer. The reason for this is thought to be that a potential audience who had already read the novel would assume to already know ‘whodunit’. By changing the plot or characters in various strategic places Christie maintained suspense so those familiar with the novel could not forecast the twists and turns in the play. Go Back For Murder is Shoreside Theatre’s third production of a mid-winter murder mystery by Agatha Christie and given the brisk ticket sales, the popularity of the legendary mystery writer’s plays remains undiminished nearly 40 years after her death. Some performances will sell out – you have been warned.
James Fox, Melissa Williams and Kutumi Lefferts in rehearsal for Agatha Christie's 'Go Back For Murder'. Photo by Mags Delaney.
the strings, with one exception - the Double-Bass. Other instruments include Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes, Bassoons, Trumpets, Trombones, Baritones, Horns, Tubas, Saxophones and Percussion. This year's concert also includes Piano. The North Shore Concert Band was formed over 35 years ago to create opportunities for people in the community to make and perform music together. A show to celebrate Grandparents The band has a diverse membership from students to octogenarians, and a number of founding members Tim Bray Productions school holiday season of Grandma McGarvey with Grandpa’s Slippers brings to who are still going strong. Joining the North Shore Concert Band will be the stage two popular children’s storybook characters. guest artists, the Royal New Zealand Navy Pipes and Both Grandma McGarvey and Grandpa (owner of the Drums Band and promising young soprano Tania aforementioned slippers) are New Zealand creations Cheeseman, all under the musical direction of Mike from the pens of authors Jenny Hessell and Joy Ashton who is also an accomplished trombonist with Watson. Two separate stories with one theme – the idiosyncrasies of seniors who refuse to conform. This the New Zealand Navy Band. is a great show for children to bring grandparents to. So kids, treat your grandparents to some theatre tickets. They might learn some new tricks.
Last Night of the Proms The North Shore Concert Band performs around six times per year in a variety of venues, but the musical highlight on the band's calendar is always the annual concert at The PumpHouse Theatre, which has been a must see North Shore event for at least 20 years. This year the theme is Last Night of the Proms which will feature a variety of musical styles all with a very British flavour. The programme will include proms classics such as Land of Hope and Glory, Fantasia on British Sea Songs, Jerusalem and Rule, Britannia! as well as varied selection of other pieces from marches to swing to pop music. A Concert Band is essentially an orchestra without
Angela Antony, QSM. Photo by Simon Woodard.
Announcing our new patron The PumpHouse has recently been on the lookout for a patron and we are thrilled to announce that longtime North Shore arts stalwart Angela Antony has graciously agreed to be our figurehead. Welcome to the team Angela!
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CAROL DUMBLETON
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BOOKINGS: Ph 489 8360 or www.pumphouse.co.nz The PumpHouse Theatre (off Manurere Ave) Killarney Park, Takapuna. info@pumphouse.co.nz
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Until July 18 Tim Bray Productions presents Grandma McGarvey byJenny Hessell with Grandpa’s Slippers by Joy Watson Two sessions daily except Sunday Tickets $22 - $25 July 23 – August 1 Shoreside Theatre presents Go Back For Murder A Mid-Winter Murder Mystery By Agatha Christie Adult $26 Senior/Student $22 Discounts for groups
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@ Pumphouse Weds – Sat @ 7.30pm Sunday July 26 @ 4pm Saturday Matinees 2pm on July 25 & Aug 1 No shows Mon & Tues
Cheeseman and the NZ Navy Pipe and Drums Band Adult $16 Senior/Child $13
Until July 9 Matariki Exhibition in The French Rendezvous Café (at The PumpHouse) The Textile and Fibre Art of Louise DavisBarr Tues-Sun 10am – 3pm
Sunday August 9 @ 4pm …come hell or high water Helen Medlyn & Penny Dodd In cabaret All tickets $28.50
Sunday August 2 @ 2pm North Shore Concert Band presents Last Night of the Proms Featuring guest vocalist Soprano Tania
August 13-15 Rangitoto College Senior Shakespeare presents Antony & Cleopatra