Kinky Boots - The Musical
NZ PREMIERE SEASON
Published: 16th September 2022
KINKY BOOTS has inspired audiences across the globe, reminding everyone we can change the world when we change our minds. This uplifting sensation features a Tony® and Grammy®-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, a book by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein and direction and choreography by Tony winner Jerry Mitchell. Filled with glitter, glam and a whole lot of sole, KINKY BOOTS invites you to FEEL THE JOY all over again!
Auckland: The Civic from 25 May | Ticketmaster
Wellington: Opera House from 28 June | Ticketmaster
Producers are today excited to announce that the Broadway smash-hit musical, KINKY BOOTS, is coming to Auckland and Wellington in 2023.
From the producers of last year’s smash-hit production of JERSEY BOYS in Auckland and Wellington, and the sold-out season of LES MISÉRABLES in Wellington, KINKY BOOTS will play at the home of musicals, The Civic, Auckland from 25 May and the Wellington Opera House from 28 June.
Produced by G&T Productions and the Amici Trust, pre-sales for these strictly limited seasons of the award-winning Cyndi Lauper production start on Monday 19 September with all remaining seats going on sale to the general public on Wednesday 21 September. Tickets from $63.50*.
KINKY BOOTS is the big-hearted musical extravaganza that won six Tonys including Best Musical, the Grammy for Best Musical Theatre Album and London’s Olivier Award for Best Musical. KINKY BOOTS features a joyous, Tony-award winning score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, and a hilarious, uplifting book by four-time Tony winner, Harvey Fierstein. Billy Porter won a Best Actor Tony Award for his portrayal of Lola.
Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father's shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father's legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realised and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world.
KINKY BOOTS is full of opportunities for a theatre to flex its artistic muscles with elaborate costumes, exhilarating choreography and a heartfelt story. A sure-fire crowd pleaser, KINKY BOOTS will have audiences dancing in the aisles and discovering why, sometimes, the best way to fit in... is to stand out!
KINKY BOOTS will be helmed by one of New Zealand’s most experienced directors, David Adkins (Miss Saigon, Sister Act) and will feature a dazzling new set by Harold Moot and suitably outrageous costuming by Stephen Robertson -- all created in New Zealand.
Director David Adkins says he is thrilled to be bringing such an exciting show to New Zealand for the very first time. “Kinky Boots is a perfect tonic to lift the spirits after such a tough few years,” he says. “It’s fun, it’s free-spirited and has so much heart. We know you’ll love it.”
*Service fees apply.
About The Producers
G&T Productions have, for the last decade, produced quality and affordable musical theatre for New Zealand audiences. This has been achieved by collaborating with musical theatre community groups, corporate sponsors, and community trusts. The sustainable success of this model has provided significant funds to non-profit performing community arts organisations to assist in growing the community performing arts sector in New Zealand for all ages.
Other benefits have been providing the opportunity for both professional and non-professional performers, designers, and technicians to participate in some of New Zealand's largest musical theatre projects, giving those same people the opportunity to work on New Zealand's most iconic and largest stages, and has provided many opportunities for training and development, ultimately launching numerous professional careers in the arts sector. Previous productions include: Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Chess, Mamma Mia! Evita, The Phantom of the Opera, Mary Poppins, Sister Act, 42nd Street, Rent, and Cats.
The Amici Trust was formed in 2011 to encourage participation in all aspects of the performing arts through its productions, workshops and network. The trust actively supports opportunities within the greater Auckland area with a current focus on musical theatre. The trust’s mission is two-fold. Firstly, it aims to foster excellence in performing arts for the enjoyment of all New Zealanders and to provide a platform for development in all areas of the arts. This can be evidenced in its highly acclaimed productions, more recently, Les Misérables and Mary Poppins, and this year the very successful semi-staged production of Chess.
Secondly, it is to develop and grow the next generation of performers. Honouring its mission to grow and encourage the participation of our youth in all facets of musical theatre, the trust has recently developed a scholarship to provide pathways for emerging young artists and technicians.
