Land of the Long, Long Drive

A beaming actor dressed as a snail, with an orange cap and a yellow shell on his back.

Wētā, Tuna and Kārearea are mates of Gary the Glowworm, and are travelling to attend his rave in the cave birthday party. The friends face a number of trials on the road, and learn that despite their differences, they can achieve their goals by working together! A tale for kiwi kids, featuring iconic NZ creatures, landscapes and fresh waiata by NZ singer songwriter Benny Tipene.

Land of the Long, Long Drive is the Winner of Playmarket’s 2022 Plays for the Young (3-8 Year-old category), and nominated for the PAYPA production of the Year (2024). A tale about friendship, birthdays and going the extra mile for the ones we love, Horse With No Name and GRIDLEY by Victoria are excited to bring back Land of the Long, Long Drive for Circa’s big 50th birthday celebration!

When: Sat 4th - Sat 18th (No shows on Sundays or Mondays)
Times: 10.00AM and 11.30AM
Where: Circa Theatre, Wellington
Age Suitability: 4-8 year-olds

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Land of the Long, Long Drive

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