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Peter Hayden
Peter John Hayden (born 1948/49) is a New Zealand actor, and television series writer, producer and presenter. Hayden is known to New Zealand audiences as the writer and narrator of nature documentaries series including ''Wild South'' and ''Journeys Across Latitude 45''. Early life Hayden grew up in Napier, and attended Marist Primary School and St John’s College. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Massey University in 1972. In 1973, Hayden graduated from the QE11 Arts Council Drama School, and was an apprentice actor at Downstage Theatre for two years. He worked as a reporter/ director for TVNZ at Avalon Studios, Lower Hutt, on the programmes ''Today at One'' and ''Country Calendar''. Documentaries Hayden joined the television production company Natural History New Zealand (subsequently NHNZ) in 1980. He is widely known for his work over the following three decades on writing, producing and presenting television documentaries. His most significant work wit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Napier New Zealand
Napier ( ; mi, Ahuriri) is a city on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Hawke's Bay region. It is a beachside city with a seaport, known for its sunny climate, esplanade lined with Norfolk Pines and extensive Art Deco architecture. Napier is sometimes referred to as the " Nice of the Pacific". The population of Napier is about About south of Napier is the inland city of Hastings. These two neighbouring cities are often called "The Bay Cities" or "The Twin Cities" of New Zealand, with the two cities and the surrounding towns of Havelock North and Clive having a combined population of . The City of Napier has a land area of and a population density of 540.0 per square kilometre. Napier is the nexus of the largest wool centre in the Southern Hemisphere, and it has the primary export seaport for northeastern New Zealand – which is the largest producer of apples, pears, and stone fruit in New Zealand. The Hawke's Bay wine region ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Importance Of Being Earnest
''The Importance of Being Earnest, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People'' is a play by Oscar Wilde. First performed on 14 February 1895 at the St James's Theatre in London, it is a farcical comedy in which the protagonists maintain fictitious personae to escape burdensome social obligations. Working within the social conventions of late Victorian London, the play's major themes are the triviality with which it treats institutions as serious as marriage, and the resulting satire of Victorian morality, Victorian ways. Some contemporary reviews praised the play's humour and the culmination of Wilde's artistic career, while others were cautious about its lack of social messages. Its high farce and witty dialogue have helped make ''The Importance of Being Earnest'' Wilde's most enduringly popular play. The successful opening night marked the climax of Wilde's career but also heralded his downfall. The John Douglas, 9th Marquess of Queensberry, Marquess of Queensberry, whose son Lor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Living People
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New Zealand Film And Television Awards
New Zealand film and television awards have gone by many different names and have been organised by different industry groups. As of 2017, New Zealand has relaunched a standalone New Zealand Television Awards after a five-year hiatus. The film awards continue to be sporadically awarded as the Rialto Channel New Zealand Film Awards (Moas). History Early years The first New Zealand television awards were the National TV Awards, which ran from 1964–1965, organised by the New Zealand Television Workshop. The trophy was designed by noted sculptor Greer Twiss. From 1970–1985, the New Zealand Feltex Awards honoured New Zealand television, sponsored by carpet manufacturer Feltex. GOFTA Awards The Feltex Awards were superseded by annual awards organised by the Guild of Film and Television Arts (GOFTA). The awards ran from 1986 to 2003 and were known by a number of different titles, including the GOFTA Awards. The awards were run as joint film and television awards until 2000 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Zealand Order Of Merit
The New Zealand Order of Merit is an order of merit in the New Zealand royal honours system. It was established by royal warrant (document), royal warrant on 30 May 1996 by Elizabeth II, Monarchy of New Zealand, Queen of New Zealand, "for those persons who in any field of endeavour, have rendered meritorious service to the Crown and nation or who have become distinguished by their eminence, talents, contributions or other merits", to recognise outstanding service to the Crown and people of New Zealand in a civil or military capacity. In the order of precedence, the New Zealand Order of Merit ranks immediately after the Order of New Zealand. Creation Prior to 1996, New Zealanders received appointments to various British orders, such as the Order of the Bath, the Order of St Michael and St George, the Order of the British Empire, and the Order of the Companions of Honour, as well as the distinction of Knight Bachelor. The change came about after the Prime Minister's Honours Advis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2017 Birthday Honours (New Zealand)
The 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours in New Zealand, celebrating the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, were appointments made by the Queen in her right as Queen of New Zealand, on the advice of the New Zealand government, to various orders and honours to reward and highlight good works by New Zealanders. They were announced on 5 June 2017. The recipients of honours are displayed here as they were styled before their new honour. New Zealand Order of Merit Knight Grand Companion (GNZM) *The Right Honourable John Phillip Key – of Auckland. For services to the State. File:John Key February 2015.jpg, Sir John Key Dame Companion (DNZM) * Julie Claire Molloy Christie – of Auckland. For services to governance and the television industry. * Emeritus Professor Peggy Gwendoline Koopman-Boyden – of Hamilton. For services to seniors. File:Julie Christie DNZM (cropped).jpg, Dame Julie Christie File:Peggy Koopman-Boyden DNZM investiture 02.jpg, Dame Peggy Koopman-Boyden Kn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Under The Mountain
''Under the Mountain'' is a 1979 children's book by New Zealand writer Maurice Gee. It has been adapted into a 1981 television miniseries, a 2009 film and stage show. Plot Beneath the extinct volcanoes surrounding the city, giant creatures are waking from a spellbound sleep that has lasted thousands of years. Their goal is the destruction of the world. Rachel and Theo Matheson are twins. Apart from having red hair, there is nothing remarkable about them – or so they think. They are horrified to discover that they have a strange and awesome destiny. Only the Matheson twins can save the world from the terror of what is under the mountain. References External links Teachers notes 1979 novels Books by Maurice Gee New Zealand children's books Children's fantasy novels New Zealand fantasy novels 1979 children's books 20th-century New Zealand novels {{1970s-child-fantasy-novel-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Ladykillers (play)
''The Ladykillers'' is a 2011 stage adaptation written by Graham Linehan based on the 1955 Ealing comedy film of the same name. The play premièred at the Liverpool Playhouse in November 2011, directed by Sean Foley. ''Everyman and Playhouse Theatre, Liverpool'', 8 December 2011. Retrieved 2012-10-14. It then transferred to the in London, opening on 7 December 2011 (after previews from 26 November 2011), and closed after a successful and extended run on 14 April 2012.Andrew Girvan [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Time Stands Still (play)
''Time Stands Still'' is a play written by Donald Margulies and directed by Daniel J. Sullivan. It was nominated for two Tony Awards for ''Best Play'' and ''Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play'' for Laura Linney. Synopsis ''Time Stands Still'' is set in Brooklyn and revolves around Sarah, a photo journalist who has returned from covering the Iraq war after being injured by a roadside bomb, and her reporter boyfriend James who is swamped by guilt after leaving Sarah alone in Iraq. They receive a visit from their friend Richard, a photo editor, who introduces them to his new girlfriend Mandy, who is much younger than he. The play focuses on their relationships and Sarah and James' prospects at a more conventional life. Productions ''Time Stands Still'' premiered in February 2009 at the ''Geffen Playhouse'' in Los Angeles and was the fourth collaboration for writer Donald Margulies and director Daniel J. Sullivan. It starred Anna Gunn as Sarah and David Harbour as Ja ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Other Desert Cities
''Other Desert Cities'' is a play by Jon Robin Baitz. The play premiered Off-Broadway in January 2011 and transferred to Broadway in November 2011, marking the Broadway debut of a Baitz play. The play was a finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. ''Other Desert Cities'' involves a family with differing political views and a long-held family secret. Plot The play's name refers to a control city guide sign on eastbound Interstate 10 in California, which indicates that the freeway is headed towards Indio, California, and "other Desert Cities" (that is, the rest of the Coachella Valley and onward towards Phoenix, Arizona). The play's events occur around Christmas Eve 2004, when the family of Polly and Lyman Wyeth gather in Palm Springs, California. Their daughter Brooke Wyeth returns home after six years in New York writing magazine pieces. Polly's sister Silda is also visiting, out of a time spent in rehab. Polly and Lyman are Republicans, while Silda is a liberal who ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time (play)
''The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time'' is a play by Simon Stephens based on the novel of the same name by Mark Haddon. During its premiere run, the play tied the record for winning the most Olivier Awards (seven), including Best New Play at the 2013 ceremony (this record was surpassed by ''Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'' in 2017 with nine wins). The play premiered on 2 August 2012 in the Cottesloe Theatre at the Royal National Theatre in London before transferring to the Apollo Theatre in the West End on 12 March 2013. The production won 7 Olivier Awards in 2013 (including Best New Play), at the time equaling the record with ''Matilda the Musical'' in 2012, before both were surpassed by ''Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'' in 2017 with 9 awards. During a performance on 19 December 2013, the ceiling of the Apollo Theatre collapsed causing the production to close. It reopened on 9 July 2014 at the Gielgud Theatre. The play closed at the Gielgud on 3 June ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Vertical Hour
''The Vertical Hour'' is a play by David Hare. The play addresses the relationship of characters with opposing views on the 2003 invasion of Iraq, and also explores psychological tension between public lives and private lives. Productions The play made its world premiere on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre on 30 November 2006, directed by Sam Mendes. The cast featured Bill Nighy, Julianne Moore in her Broadway debut, and Andrew Scott. It closed on 11 March 2007, after 23 previews and 117 performances. The play received its UK premiere at the Royal Court Theatre on 17 January 2008 in a production directed by Jeremy Herrin. The principal actors were Indira Varma, Anton Lesser and Tom Riley. It was the fastest selling new play in the Royal Court's history and was broadcast on BBC Radio Three on 25 May 2008. ''The Vertical Hour'' was revived at the off-West End Park Theatre in a new production directed by Nigel Douglas. The show opened in September 2014 and was produced by Oliv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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