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A Bard's Tale -NZ Comedy Festival

  • Covert Theatre 51 Mackelvie Street Auckland, Auckland, 1021 New Zealand (map)

The cast perform a full length play in the style the greatest playwright that ever lived.

A Bard’s Tale has been performed at the Pop-up Globe and the Hawaiian Improv Festival and of course – it’s different every night!

Cast: CJ Le Mon, James Ting-Edwards, Kevin Barron, Mark Scott, Nik Edwards, Paul Paice, Phillip Rice, Vicki Millar and Wade Jackson.

“An impressive feat in improvised performance. Well worth a watch!”
Theatreview

“A unique, unexpected and uncanny show. This show is a testament to the clever and quick-witted talents of its players.”
Mac + Mae

“Spontaneous laughter that is pure and it’s bloody funny. This show is as good as any improv you’ll see in the modern world.”
The Speakeasy

Audience participation level: Low (the audience choose a villain from the cast, a Shakespearean location and away we go!)

Rated: M

Ticket Information

  • General Admission: $23.70 each ($22.00 + $1.70 fees)

  • General Admission: $26.77 each ($25.00 + $1.77 fees)

  • Concession (Student, Gold Card, Group 6+): $19.60 each ($18.00 + $1.60 fees)

  • Concession (Student, Gold Card, Group 6+): $22.68 each ($21.00 + $1.68 fees)


The Covert Theatre is community in spirit and professional in standards. No audience member is brought up on stage, so you can relax and enjoy the show from the comfort of your seat.

The Covert Theatre is NZ's home of improvised comedy. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone. Be sure to check out www.coverttheatre.com

To book wheelchair accessible seats, or for assistance with your booking, please email us comedy@coverttheatre.com or call (09) 600 1877