How Massive Theatre built generations of fearless performers

Artistic director and founder Sam Scott didn’t set out to grow a multi-faceted company that lasted decades. In 1991, she simply wanted to provide a place where…

NZ Herald · 2026-06-29T07:02:00.000Z

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River Cole2026-06-29T07:10:00.000Z

yeah nah, more arts funding for the rich kids in the city while the regions get nothing. classic.

Sky Murphy2026-06-29T07:27:00.000Z

mate have you even been to a show? they literally tour the whole country. stay ignorant.

Peyton Hall2026-06-29T07:17:00.000Z

Sam Scott is a legend. This theatre has changed so many lives, including my nephew's. Bit of respect please.

Zoe King2026-06-29T08:10:00.000Z

your nephew probably got a participation award. groundbreaking.

Eva Anderson2026-06-29T07:25:00.000Z

does anyone actually go to these shows or is it just a circle jerk for the actors' parents?

Quinn Murphy2026-06-29T07:41:00.000Z

I moved here recently and went to a show last month. Honestly was really impressed with the energy. More of this please.

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How Massive Theatre built generations of fearless performers

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James O’Brien

2026-06-29T08:25:00.000Z

yeah nah they're not all that. seen better school productions tbh.

Aria Wilson2026-06-29T07:57:00.000Z

lol 35 years and still nobody outside Auckland has heard of them. get stuffed with your inclusivity wank.

Eva Anderson2026-06-29T08:06:00.000Z

Massive Theatre gave me my first ever role when I was 14. I'm a stage manager now because of them. Forever grateful.

Peyton Hall2026-06-29T08:37:00.000Z

cry more. some of us actually care about the arts in this country.

Casey Adams2026-06-29T08:22:00.000Z

Another article patting themselves on the back. Meanwhile youth mental health funding gets cut. You're not that important.

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