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by Janice on 12/07/2025Bruce Mason Centre - Takapuna BeachRating: 5 out of 5Took my grandson for his first experience of live theatre, loved it. Full of action, familiar characters and participation
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- 13/07/2025Sunday 11:00 amThe GruffaloTakapuna Beach, NZBruce Mason Centre
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- 13/07/2025Sunday 02:00 pmThe GruffaloTakapuna Beach, NZBruce Mason Centre
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- 13/07/2025Sunday 04:00 pmThe GruffaloTakapuna Beach, NZBruce Mason Centre
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About
A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood...
After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End & Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to Aotearoa for the first time since 2016!
“this whimsical, imaginative show is pitched at just the right level for three to seven-year-olds, as well as the big ones they have brought along with them...” - The Scotsman
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?
“funny, charming and smart… brings the house down” – Sydney Morning Herald
"Exudes charm, fun and a winning simplicity" - Dominion Post
Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.
“Beg, borrow or steal tickets. Your kids will love you for it” – Stage Whispers
FAQS
This performance of The Gruffalo is NZSL interpreted. During this performance, trained interpreters will be positioned on the stage, and specific seats are reserved for deaf patrons, with a clear view of the stage and interpreters. Tickets for these seats are $20.00 each (plus service fees) and a companion ticket is available at the same price if required.
There will be introductory notes in NZSL for attendees at 1:15pm. Upon arrival, please follow the signage in the foyer to the function room where this will take place. Venue staff will be present to assist with navigation.
To book online, enter the ticketing code SIGNED where indicated on the performance booking page. To book over the phone, please call the Ticketmaster Groups Booking line on 09 970 9745 (Opens in new tab)or email groups@ticketmaster.co.nz(Opens in new tab). An $8 service fee per transaction will apply for all phone and online bookings. NZSLI tickets for The Gruffalo will be available until 12pm, Friday 4 July 2025 or until the allocation is exhausted.
This performance of The Gruffalo is Audio Described. Blind or low vision patrons can listen to trained audio describers broadcasting live commentary during the performance, which they will hear through a supplied earpiece. There are specific seats reserved for patrons and their companions. Tickets for these seats are $20.00 each (plus service fees) and a companion ticket is available at the same price if required. Guide dogs are welcomed, but please notify staff upon booking your ticket.
There will be a touch tour commencing at 1:10pm, which gives patrons an opportunity to become familiarised with some of the costumes and props used in the show. If you wish to attend the touch tour, please arrive at the Bruce Mason Centre foyer at 1:00pm. Venue staff will be present to escort you to the touch tour location.
To book, please call the Ticketmaster Groups Booking line on 09 970 9745 (Opens in new tab)or email groups@ticketmaster.co.nz(Opens in new tab). An $8 service fee per transaction will apply for all phone bookings. Audio Described tickets for The Gruffalo will be available until 12pm, Friday 4 July 2025 or until the allocation is exhausted.
This performance of The Gruffalo is a Relaxed Performance. The show will be held in a comfortable, non-distracting or non-aggravating environment. Audience members can also bring their headphones to reduce noise if they wish. Tickets for these seats are $20.00 each (plus service fees) and a companion ticket is available at the same price if required.
You can also download the visual story(Opens in new tab) to help familiarise with the storyline, characters, and venue before coming to the show.
To book online, enter the ticketing code Mouse where indicated on the performance booking page. To book, please call the Ticketmaster Groups Booking line on 09 970 9745 (Opens in new tab)or email groups@ticketmaster.co.nz(Opens in new tab). An $8 service fee per transaction will apply for all phone bookings and online bookings. Relaxed tickets for The Gruffalo will be available until 12pm, Friday 4 July 2025 or until the allocation is exhausted.