PUBLIC SHOWS
Bring your friends and family to a public performance of hilarious, music-filled Shakespeare theatre! We started out performing in gardens and backyards in New Zealand, so adapting to public performances at wineries, historical homes, resorts, parks, and stages of any size is a piece of cake!
Check out the currently confirmed show dates below for our season of Macbeth!
We’ll be adding shows here as they’re confirmed, so watch this space 👀
If you’d like us to come to your city/town/venue/backyard but it’s not listed below, get in touch!
Macbeth at Lindisfarne College (Hastings)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Rotorua Arts Village
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Stratford Shakespeare Festival
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth coming spiritually home to Stratford!
Macbeth at Treechurch (Hamilton)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth coming spiritually home to Stratford!
Macbeth at Willowbrook (Hamilton)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth coming spiritually home to Stratford!
Macbeth at the Pumphouse (Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau)
Three words: Music, Mischief, Magic. It’s accessible, professional Shakespeare, combining the timeless appeal of the Bard with the lively energy of bluegrass.
Macbeth at Artworks (Waiheke Island)
Three words: Music, Mischief, Magic. It’s accessible, professional Shakespeare, combining the timeless appeal of the Bard with the lively energy of bluegrass.
Macbeth at Chapel Off Chapel (Melbourne)
Three words: Music, Mischief, Magic. It’s accessible, professional Shakespeare, combining the timeless appeal of the Bard with the lively energy of bluegrass.
Macbeth at Peak House (Hawke’s Bay)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Whisky and Wood (Wellington)
Wellington, the demand outstripped capacity at our January show, so we've managed to squeeze in one more for you!
Macbeth at Raetihi Lodge
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Little Andromeda (Christchurch / Ōtautahi)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Dunedin Fringe (St. Hilda’s Collegiate School, Larnach Castle, Opera House Garden)
Raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining, it's Macbeth like you've never seen before.
Macbeth at Adelaide Fringe (Adelaide Botanics)
We’re back for year 2 at the Adelaide Fringe! Join us again in the Botanics!
Macbeth at Sevenhill Cellars (South Australia)
Arrival from 6 pm to purchase wine by the glass and bottle with incredible eats by Funk Sol Brother then the performance begins at 7:30pm.
Book now on Sevenhill Cellars website for an unforgettable evening of music, mischief and magic!
Macbeth at Backdock Arts (Brisbane)
Brisbane actress, Carla Haynes, will join the cast from 6th - 9th for a few special performances!
Macbeth at Briar Ridge Winery (Newcastle)
Prepare your picnic blanket and round up your favourite companions for a sunset soiree brimming with theatrical delights and top-tier wines.
Estancia Osteria will be showcasing an exclusive menu full of delicacies, available for you to purchase on the evening.
Buy tickets here! Includes a complimentary drink on arrival.
Macbeth at Tocal Homestead (Newcastle)
It’s dinner and a show! A garden party on the lawn at the historic Tocal Homestead.
Buy Tickets here! Limited tickets available!
Macbeth at Leichhardt Italian Forum (Sydney)
The dark and twisted tale of ambition and betrayal reimagined with a sassy, sexy bluegrass flair, performing in the stunning Leichhardt Italian Forum!
Macbeth at Bluestone Church Arts Space (Melbourne)
Indoor shows at the amazing Bluestone Church Arts Space in Footscray! Buy tickets here!
Macbeth at Secret Mont Albert Amphitheatre (Melbourne)
Outdoors, please bring something to sit on. Location will be revealed after tickets are booked!
Macbeth at the TSB Festival of Lights (New Plymouth)
This is a free event as part of the TSB Festival of Lights in New Plymouth!
Macbeth at Wellington Botanics (The Dell)
Final show in Wellington this season! Bring chairs, blankets and picnic!
Macbeth at Fairfield House Nelson
We’re back in Fairfield’s majestic courtyard! Food and drink available.
Macbeth at Fairfield House Nelson
We’re back in Fairfield’s majestic courtyard! Food and drink available.
Macbeth at Fairfield House Nelson
We’re back in Fairfield’s majestic courtyard! Food and drink available.
Macbeth at Fairfield House Nelson
We’re back in Fairfield’s majestic courtyard! Food and drink available.
The Barden Party IN CONCERT! - The FreeHouse Nelson
Join past and new cast members for our Tour Fundraiser concert! A night of music and celebration!
Featuring music from all 3 years of Barden Party shows.
Donations on the night.
Macbeth at The Mussel Inn
For the first time, Barden Party at the iconic Mussel Inn! Don’t miss it!
Macbeth at Teschemaker's Resort - Oamaru
Join us at this beautiful homestead. Last year, we performed in their historic chapel and the acoustics were stunning.
Macbeth at Georges Road Winery - Waipara
Join us at stunning Georges Rd Winery in Canterbury for one show only! Book quick, we sold out last year!
Macbeth at Donegal House - Kaikoura
27 & 28 at Donegal House - Kaikoura! Book quick, we sold out last year!
Macbeth at Donegal House - Kaikoura
27 & 28 at Donegal House - Kaikoura! Book quick, we sold out last year!
World Premiere - Macbeth - Shake Your Speares!
World Premiere at Silvan Steps! A night of revelry organised by Dorado Whakatū. A DJ before and after the event, food, a bus to shuttle guests up and down the hill, an incredible view and a the World Premiere of BP's Macbeth! Shuttles start from 430, Show at 630.
Much Ado Season Finale!!
You're invited to the Season Finale of the award-winning Barden Party's latest production of Much Ado About Nothing.
For this special show, the entire double cast of the show will appear on stage for the first and last time.
Much Ado at Stratford Shakespeare Fest
The Barden Party has been developing a reputation as one of NZ's most in-demand theatre groups and they bring to the festival their rock-a-billy reimagining of Much Ado About Nothing for 3 fantastic performances in 3 totally different and delightful venues; surrounded by the serenity of Hollard Gardens, the stunning sculptures and scenery of Te Popo Gardens, or in the shadow of the Malone Gates, in King Edward Park.
Bring a picnic and let this talented ensemble sweep you away!
Nothing in your area?
If you can’t find a public show near you, don’t worry! We’re constantly travelling and will continue to update this page with new shows as they are confirmed.
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