The problem of paua poaching in New Zealand is being tackled in a new show by award-winning theatre company SEEyD, who are known for their meticulous research and attention to detail.

Set in the small town of Waiwhero, PAUA is described as part environmental wake-up call, part whodunit, part thriller and part slasher movie. It's on at Downstage in Wellington from 19 January - 16 February 2008.The problem of paua poaching in New Zealand is being tackled in a new show by award-winning theatre company SEEyD, who are known for their meticulous research and attention to detail.

Set in the small town of Waiwhero, PAUA is described as part environmental wake-up call, part whodunit, part thriller and part slasher movie. It's on at Downstage in Wellington from 19 January - 16 February 2008.As in their recent productions, including Turbine and The Brilliant Fassah, Director Tim Spite - a passionate paua diver himself - and his team once again explore a topical issue with a high priority on the political agenda.

PAUA is directed by Tim Spite, devised and performed by Aaron Cortesi, Emma Kinane, Rob Lloyd, Nikki MacDonnell, Sam Selliman, Tim Spite and Te Kohe Tuhaka. The script advisor is Phil Braithwaite.

When: 19 January - 16 February 2008
Where: Downstage Theatre, Wellington
Tickets: $39 for a full price ticket, $30 for a concession and $20 for a student standby ticket. Special group discounts apply.
Bookings: Tickets can be purchased online, at Downstage's box office or by phone at 04 801 6946.

To find out more about the show, visit the newly established Theatre Blog at www.downstagetheatre.blogspot.com

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