Broadway World NZ reviewed our December 2019 production: The Addams Family – ASB Waterfront Theatre
“The opening night audience was enthralled from the first notes of the band to the last at Auckland Performing Arts Academy’s ‘The Addams Family’. From the opening tableau it was clear that this show was going to be as polished and professional as to rival any adult company…. This is a show I have seen many times and yet there is a freshness to the acting and singing I have not witnessed before…” Read the whole review here.
Student & Parent Feedback
I can’t explain what a change I’ve seen in my child for the better, and how she has improved… Anke loved every minute of it. – MARYKE DU PLESSIS, Browns Bay (parent, 12 year old – Beauty & the Beast, The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Cats)
It was such an amazing experience and was super fun to be in! The theatre we performed in was incredible! And we got individual lessons and lots of group lessons that really helped! It was such a cool experience. – MYA ROGERS, Torbay (17 years old – Beauty & the Beast, The Addams Family, High School Musical)
Jett absolutely loved being involved with APAA; the rehearsals were the highlight of his week. The show exceeded my expectations. Everything was incredibly slick and the standard of performance blew me away… it was evident that APAA are running an extremely professional operation. I couldn’t recommend APAA more. – SARAH ILES, Browns Bay (parent, 9 year old – The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Cats)
Being a part of APAA was such a positive experience for Sophie. She has gained more self-confidence, grown in maturity, made great friends, and blossomed as a performer thanks to all the fantastic coaching, mentoring, tutoring and encouragement provided by the staff at APAA. The focused weekly training sessions are what set APAA apart from other youth theatre companies. They are simply a cut above! – PATRICIA HOLDEN, Takapuna (parent, 17 year old – The Sound of Music, High School Musical)
I have met so many awesome and talented people and made some amazing friendships. I have grown in confidence with so much great support and training offered. Everyone works so hard to make every show amazing. – EVA LAWRENCE, Castor Bay (17 years old – Beauty & The Beast, The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical)
APAA has brought out the best in Billie… Your skilled teachers, directors and team ensure all members of the cast get the best opportunities and learn at the highest level… we can’t thank you enough for creating a forum that provides young people with such incredible opportunities. Billie has grown so much in the last six months with your teaching, support, guidance and care. – KRIS and CRAIG HUGHES, Kumeu (parents, 11 year old – Beauty and the Beast, The Sound of Music, High School Musical)
Performing in the show was just one of the best experiences of my life… Thank you once again for making APAA. It’s been an amazing year… You lot should be proud of what you’ve created. – TOM TOBIN, Torbay (17 years old – Beauty & the Beast and The Addams Family)
APAA was a fantastic experience, especially due to the growth in confidence throughout the journey and the friendships formed. Pablo stepped up to a bigger role and worked through doubts and confidence along the way to accomplish it – such a great achievement [with] a great show at the end. – SARA MORLES, Castor Bay (parent, 12 year old – The Sound of Music and High School Musical)
Adele loved the whole thing but especially the live performances. – SIOBHAN McPHERSON, Devonport (parent, 9 year old – Beauty & the Beast, The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Cats)
Tom just absolutely loved the group the moment he joined. He really enjoyed camp… he has gained so much wonderful experience joining APAA… Tom’s vocal ability has come on incredibly. – RUTH TOBIN, Torbay (parent, 17 year old student – Beauty & the Beast and The Addams Family)
Eloise absolutely loved being in the show. APAA are just fantastic and she has learnt so much – I feel so lucky that she has been able to meet and work with such an experienced team of people. She is looking forward to being part of the next production! – HAYLEY KEMP, Birkdale (parent, 10 year old – Beauty & the Beast, The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Cats)
Anke woke up this morning and shouted to the entire house: “Best day of my life: APAA starts today!” Just so you guys know it means a lot to these kids. – MARYKE DU PLESSIS, Browns Bay (parent, 12 year old – Beauty & the Beast, The Addams Family, The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Cats)
APAA is an amazing company. The professionally-run rehearsals and camps have helped Rico develop as a performer and gain confidence in his skills. Plus the bonus of meeting and making new friendships with like-minded people. – JOANNA LEGALL-MISIKINI, Hauraki (parent 18 year old – Beauty & the Beast and The Addams Family)
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