Kerry R Moir
★★★★★
KĀPUNIPUNI. Waikato Regional Theatre's curtain is almost ready to rise for the first time as construction wraps up and the first shows are announced. Homegrown artist Teeks will headline the public opening night on January 23, with his show Te Ao Whakahira. This multipurpose performing arts centre around a 1300-seat auditorium, with circle balconies and flexible staging, able to host drama, kapa haka, orchestral concerts, rock-pop-and-rap gigs, musicals, ballet, opera and community ceremonies.