Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Comedy Clash

Two teams compete against each other in a comedy tournament where only one can reign supreme and win the Comedy Clash.

Come and pick your favourite team. Is it Grandma’s Regrets, Linda Barker’s Floating Shelves, Do Ron DMC or something completely different?

With heats throughout June the teams are working towards the Grand Final on 30 June where the Winner will be crowned.

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.

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

Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Comedy Clash

Two teams compete against each other in a comedy tournament where only one can reign supreme and win the Comedy Clash.

Come and pick your favourite team. Is it Grandma’s Regrets, Linda Barker’s Floating Shelves, Do Ron DMC or something completely different?

With heats throughout June the teams are working towards the Grand Final on 30 June where the Winner will be crowned.

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.

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

Mark Scott hosts Epic Comedy Battle: Stand Up vs Improviser.

Witness the carnage when two different types of comedy clash in a winner takes all showdown. Who will come out on top? Be there to find out!

All proceeds go to The Improv School scholarship fund to support those facing financial hardship.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M

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.

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

Comedy Clash

Two teams compete against each other in a comedy tournament where only one can reign supreme and win the Comedy Clash.

Come and pick your favourite team. Is it Grandma’s Regrets, Linda Barker’s Floating Shelves, Do Ron DMC or something completely different?

With heats throughout June the teams are working towards the Grand Final on 30 June where the Winner will be crowned.

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.

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

Mark Scott hosts Epic Comedy Battle: Stand Up vs Improviser.

Witness the carnage when two different types of comedy clash in a winner takes all showdown. Who will come out on top? Be there to find out!

All proceeds go to The Improv School scholarship fund to support those facing financial hardship.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M

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.

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

Comedy Clash

Two teams compete against each other in a comedy tournament where only one can reign supreme and win the Comedy Clash.

Come and pick your favourite team. Is it Grandma’s Regrets, Linda Barker’s Floating Shelves, Do Ron DMC or something completely different?

With heats throughout June the teams are working towards the Grand Final on 30 June where the Winner will be crowned.

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.

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

Prepare to be transported back to ye olde times with A Bard’s Tale—the improvised Shakespearean adventure where wit meets whimsy!

In this delightful romp through Elizabethan intrigue, our cast of improvisers brings to life a brand-new tale inspired by the Bard himself. With flowery language, outrageous characters, and plot twists that would make even Shakespeare do a double-take, no two performances are the same. Whether it's mistaken identities, star-crossed lovers, or some good old-fashioned swordplay, you’re in for a night of clever wordplay and hilarious mischief.

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and maybe even shout “Huzzah!” as A Bard’s Tale proves that all the world’s a stage—and it’s full of surprises.

A Bard’s Tale – the greatest plays Shakespeare never wrote

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!

“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

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

Step right up for Ferris Wheel, where the ups and downs of life take center stage in a hilarious and heartwarming improv show!

Set at the top of a Ferris Wheel, each scene brings together characters with different stories, personalities, and surprises, as their paths cross in unexpected and delightful ways. Every two minutes, the wheel turns, and a new adventure begins—offering fresh laughs, touching moments, and endless possibilities.

With plenty of charm, quick wit, and a dash of whimsy, Ferris Wheel is a feel-good journey that celebrates the little twists of fate that bring people together. Whether you’re in for laughs or heartfelt moments, you’ll be sure to enjoy the ride!

“An ingeniously versatile premise… essentially delightful.”
Theatreview

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.

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

Prepare to be transported back to ye olde times with A Bard’s Tale—the improvised Shakespearean adventure where wit meets whimsy!

In this delightful romp through Elizabethan intrigue, our cast of improvisers brings to life a brand-new tale inspired by the Bard himself. With flowery language, outrageous characters, and plot twists that would make even Shakespeare do a double-take, no two performances are the same. Whether it's mistaken identities, star-crossed lovers, or some good old-fashioned swordplay, you’re in for a night of clever wordplay and hilarious mischief.

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and maybe even shout “Huzzah!” as A Bard’s Tale proves that all the world’s a stage—and it’s full of surprises.

A Bard’s Tale – the greatest plays Shakespeare never wrote

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!

“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

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

Step right up for Ferris Wheel, where the ups and downs of life take center stage in a hilarious and heartwarming improv show!

Set at the top of a Ferris Wheel, each scene brings together characters with different stories, personalities, and surprises, as their paths cross in unexpected and delightful ways. Every two minutes, the wheel turns, and a new adventure begins—offering fresh laughs, touching moments, and endless possibilities.

With plenty of charm, quick wit, and a dash of whimsy, Ferris Wheel is a feel-good journey that celebrates the little twists of fate that bring people together. Whether you’re in for laughs or heartfelt moments, you’ll be sure to enjoy the ride!

“An ingeniously versatile premise… essentially delightful.”
Theatreview

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.

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

The Improv Bandits - Mid Winter Xmas Special

New Zealand’s top improv act invites you to a night of unscripted comedy and delicious dining—because nothing warms the soul like belly laughs and bellyfuls.

Join us for a festive dinner-and-show experience crafted for your midwinter celebration. Perfect for end-of-financial-year parties, work dos, or anyone needing a reason to get jolly in July.

Limited bookings available – contact us to secure your table.
Let the sleigh bells ring... with laughter.

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.

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

It's Fiesta Time! Our graduates from our Improv 201 class step from the workshop space onto the stage to show you what they've learnt in the last 20 weeks.

More adrenalin packed that a first-time bungee jump this show is not to be missed! It's fun and frivolous and such a sweet, sweet show.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

The Improv Bandits - Mid Winter Xmas Special

New Zealand’s top improv act invites you to a night of unscripted comedy and delicious dining—because nothing warms the soul like belly laughs and bellyfuls.

Join us for a festive dinner-and-show experience crafted for your midwinter celebration. Perfect for end-of-financial-year parties, work dos, or anyone needing a reason to get jolly in July.

Limited bookings available – contact us to secure your table.
Let the sleigh bells ring... with laughter.

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.

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

It's Fiesta Time! Our graduates from our Improv 201 class step from the workshop space onto the stage to show you what they've learnt in the last 20 weeks.

More adrenalin packed that a first-time bungee jump this show is not to be missed! It's fun and frivolous and such a sweet, sweet show.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Double the improvisers, double the fun—welcome to Double Down!

In this fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy show, pairs of improvisers team up to create spontaneous, unscripted adventures based on just one suggestion from the audience. With quick wit, wild imagination, and no script to hold them back, these dynamic duos dive headfirst into unpredictable storylines that can go anywhere! From hilarious mishaps to heartwarming moments, Double Down delivers twice the comedy and endless surprises, proving that when it comes to improv, two heads are better than one!

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Rated: M

Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Double the improvisers, double the fun—welcome to Double Down!

In this fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy show, pairs of improvisers team up to create spontaneous, unscripted adventures based on just one suggestion from the audience. With quick wit, wild imagination, and no script to hold them back, these dynamic duos dive headfirst into unpredictable storylines that can go anywhere! From hilarious mishaps to heartwarming moments, Double Down delivers twice the comedy and endless surprises, proving that when it comes to improv, two heads are better than one!

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Rated: M

Ever wondered what it’s like to see a Broadway show created right before your eyes? Welcome to Instant Broadway!

In this uproarious musical comedy extravaganza, a team of quick-thinking improvisers takes audience suggestions and spins them into a full-blown musical—complete with catchy songs, hilarious characters, and unforgettable dance numbers—all made up on the spot! No two shows are the same, and every night is a brand-new, side-splitting adventure. Whether you're a musical theatre fan or just love a good laugh, Instant Broadway guarantees a show-stopping performance you’ll be singing about long after the curtains close!

“Genuinely funny comedy.”
Theatreview

“Adroit manoeuvring at its finest .”
NZ Herald

“Seriously good comedy, genuine side-splitting laughter. Extraordinarily great… gorgeous vocal work in seriously well-sung songs.”
The Speakeasy

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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.

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

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.

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

Ever wondered what it’s like to see a Broadway show created right before your eyes? Welcome to Instant Broadway!

In this uproarious musical comedy extravaganza, a team of quick-thinking improvisers takes audience suggestions and spins them into a full-blown musical—complete with catchy songs, hilarious characters, and unforgettable dance numbers—all made up on the spot! No two shows are the same, and every night is a brand-new, side-splitting adventure. Whether you're a musical theatre fan or just love a good laugh, Instant Broadway guarantees a show-stopping performance you’ll be singing about long after the curtains close!

“Genuinely funny comedy.”
Theatreview

“Adroit manoeuvring at its finest .”
NZ Herald

“Seriously good comedy, genuine side-splitting laughter. Extraordinarily great… gorgeous vocal work in seriously well-sung songs.”
The Speakeasy

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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.

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

Prepare to be transported back to ye olde times with A Bard’s Tale—the improvised Shakespearean adventure where wit meets whimsy!

In this delightful romp through Elizabethan intrigue, our cast of improvisers brings to life a brand-new tale inspired by the Bard himself. With flowery language, outrageous characters, and plot twists that would make even Shakespeare do a double-take, no two performances are the same. Whether it's mistaken identities, star-crossed lovers, or some good old-fashioned swordplay, you’re in for a night of clever wordplay and hilarious mischief.

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and maybe even shout “Huzzah!” as A Bard’s Tale proves that all the world’s a stage—and it’s full of surprises.

A Bard’s Tale – the greatest plays Shakespeare never wrote

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!

“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

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

After a delightful dinner party, friends gather together in the cozy ambiance of the living room. The conversation takes an unexpected turn, igniting a series of improvised scenes that promise to entertain. With each topic discussed, the cast takes you on a comedic journey, exploring outrageous scenarios that keep the laughter rolling. Experience the magic of spontaneous comedy and watch as mundane moments transform into side-splitting entertainment. This show guarantees an unforgettable night of humour and fun!

Ticket Information

• General Admission: $17.55 each ($16.00 + $1.55 fees)

• Concession (Student, Gold Card, Group 6+): $15.50 each ($14.00 + $1.50 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.

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

Prepare to be transported back to ye olde times with A Bard’s Tale—the improvised Shakespearean adventure where wit meets whimsy!

In this delightful romp through Elizabethan intrigue, our cast of improvisers brings to life a brand-new tale inspired by the Bard himself. With flowery language, outrageous characters, and plot twists that would make even Shakespeare do a double-take, no two performances are the same. Whether it's mistaken identities, star-crossed lovers, or some good old-fashioned swordplay, you’re in for a night of clever wordplay and hilarious mischief.

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and maybe even shout “Huzzah!” as A Bard’s Tale proves that all the world’s a stage—and it’s full of surprises.

A Bard’s Tale – the greatest plays Shakespeare never wrote

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!

“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

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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

After a delightful dinner party, friends gather together in the cozy ambiance of the living room. The conversation takes an unexpected turn, igniting a series of improvised scenes that promise to entertain. With each topic discussed, the cast takes you on a comedic journey, exploring outrageous scenarios that keep the laughter rolling. Experience the magic of spontaneous comedy and watch as mundane moments transform into side-splitting entertainment. This show guarantees an unforgettable night of humour and fun!

Ticket Information

• General Admission: $17.55 each ($16.00 + $1.55 fees)

• Concession (Student, Gold Card, Group 6+): $15.50 each ($14.00 + $1.50 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.

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

Get ready for a hilarious showdown at the Office Comedy Clash!

Join us as seven companies go head-to-head on stage, bringing uproarious laughter and unforgettable moments in the search of being crowned the funniest office in NZ. The stakes are high and the humour even higher.

Each team will battle each other before they hit knockout semi-finals and the Grand Final on 30 October – where there can be only one winner!  

This year’s teams are BNZ, Fisher & Paykel Technology, Kiwibank, Genesis Energy, MediaWorks, Radius Care, and Serko

Who will emerge triumphant in the ultimate battle of wit and comedy? Come cheer on your team or favourite organization, and let the laughter reign supreme at the Office Comedy Clash.

Proudly supported by Genesis Energy.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

The Improv Bandits - No script. No plan. No mercy.

Since 1997, NZ’s most successful improvised comedy act has been setting stages (and expectations) on fire—locally and globally. Armed with lightning-fast wit and absolutely nothing prepared, the Improv Bandits deliver high-energy, high-stakes comedy that’s never the same twice.

They’ve won awards, wowed international crowds, and earned praise from comedy royalty. But don’t just take our word for it...

“The Improv Bandits are fast, funny and top-notch humans.”
—Colin Mochrie, Whose Line Is It Anyway?

“Improvised comedy at its hilarious best.”
—Evening Post

“The gladiators of quick response.”
—The Austin American-Statesman

“They are risky, creative, hilarious improv actors.”
—The Montreal Gazette

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.

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

Spellbound is a magical night of improvised comedy. The ensemble cast take an everyday object, manifest it into something god-like and then use it as their inspiration to perform an unscripted comedy experience. We don’t know where the show goes, as the audience and cast find out the journey together in the moment but we do know it’s a HUGE amount of fun that will leave you… you guessed it – Spellbound!

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Rated: M

The Improv Bandits - No script. No plan. No mercy.

Since 1997, NZ’s most successful improvised comedy act has been setting stages (and expectations) on fire—locally and globally. Armed with lightning-fast wit and absolutely nothing prepared, the Improv Bandits deliver high-energy, high-stakes comedy that’s never the same twice.

They’ve won awards, wowed international crowds, and earned praise from comedy royalty. But don’t just take our word for it...

“The Improv Bandits are fast, funny and top-notch humans.”
—Colin Mochrie, Whose Line Is It Anyway?

“Improvised comedy at its hilarious best.”
—Evening Post

“The gladiators of quick response.”
—The Austin American-Statesman

“They are risky, creative, hilarious improv actors.”
—The Montreal Gazette

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.

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

Spellbound is a magical night of improvised comedy. The ensemble cast take an everyday object, manifest it into something god-like and then use it as their inspiration to perform an unscripted comedy experience. We don’t know where the show goes, as the audience and cast find out the journey together in the moment but we do know it’s a HUGE amount of fun that will leave you… you guessed it – Spellbound!

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Rated: M

Get ready for a hilarious showdown at the Office Comedy Clash!

Join us as seven companies go head-to-head on stage, bringing uproarious laughter and unforgettable moments in the search of being crowned the funniest office in NZ. The stakes are high and the humour even higher.

Each team will battle each other before they hit knockout semi-finals and the Grand Final – where there can be only one winner!  

Who will emerge triumphant in the ultimate battle of wit and comedy? Come cheer on your team or favourite organization, and let the laughter reign supreme at the Office Comedy Clash.

Proudly supported by Genesis Energy.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Set phasers to “laugh.”

Calling all Trekkies, space cadets, and beings of questionable origin—this is an intergalactic improv adventure like no other. Our crew of cosmic clowns is hurtling through the final frontier with no script, no sense of direction, and a highly illogical amount of enthusiasm.

Expect wormholes, warp drives, and weird alien romance. Resistance is futile. So is making sense of it.

Rated: M

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

Get ready for a wild ride with The Remarkable Case Of...

This improv extravaganza turns every audience member into a potential detective as our talented cast dives headfirst into a brand-new mystery inspired by your wackiest suggestions. Expect a whirlwind of quirky characters, outrageous plot twists, and laugh-out-loud moments that’ll leave you questioning everything—especially our detectives' sanity!

Watch as our improvisers piece together clues and crack jokes, often with questionable logic, while navigating through a sea of absurdity and hilarity. Who needs a script when you can have chaotic fun? From suspicious cats to overzealous butlers, every performance is a new adventure filled with shenanigans and plenty of cheeky banter.

Join us for a night where solving the case is only half the fun—because in this world of improv, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! The Remarkable Case Of... proves that with a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of mischief, every mystery can lead to unforgettable laughs!

Rated: M

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Set phasers to “laugh.”

Calling all Trekkies, space cadets, and beings of questionable origin—this is an intergalactic improv adventure like no other. Our crew of cosmic clowns is hurtling through the final frontier with no script, no sense of direction, and a highly illogical amount of enthusiasm.

Expect wormholes, warp drives, and weird alien romance. Resistance is futile. So is making sense of it.

Rated: M

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

Get ready for a hilarious showdown at the Office Comedy Clash!

Join us as seven companies go head-to-head on stage, bringing uproarious laughter and unforgettable moments in the search of being crowned the funniest office in NZ. The stakes are high and the humour even higher.

Each team will battle each other before they hit knockout semi-finals and the Grand Final – where there can be only one winner!  

Who will emerge triumphant in the ultimate battle of wit and comedy? Come cheer on your team or favourite organization, and let the laughter reign supreme at the Office Comedy Clash.

Proudly supported by Genesis Energy.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Ever wondered what it’s like to see a Broadway show created right before your eyes? Welcome to Instant Broadway!

In this uproarious musical comedy extravaganza, a team of quick-thinking improvisers takes audience suggestions and spins them into a full-blown musical—complete with catchy songs, hilarious characters, and unforgettable dance numbers—all made up on the spot! No two shows are the same, and every night is a brand-new, side-splitting adventure. Whether you're a musical theatre fan or just love a good laugh, Instant Broadway guarantees a show-stopping performance you’ll be singing about long after the curtains close!

“Genuinely funny comedy.”
Theatreview

“Adroit manoeuvring at its finest .”
NZ Herald

“Seriously good comedy, genuine side-splitting laughter. Extraordinarily great… gorgeous vocal work in seriously well-sung songs.”
The Speakeasy

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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.

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

Do you like Graham Norton? Then you'll love On The Couch. It's the Covert Theatre's comedy show that takes a chat show format and throws in some hilarious celebrity show biz improv.

The improvised chat show where three celebrity guests spill the secrets, scandals, and surprises of their lives in the spotlight. From rockstars and influencers to movie stars, bestselling authors, and even that one person who once did a TED Talk—no one is off-limits. Get ready for fame, fortune, and a fair share of misfortune On The Couch.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

No audience member is brought up on stage, so you can relax and enjoy the show from the comfort of your seat.

Rated: M

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

Ever wondered what it’s like to see a Broadway show created right before your eyes? Welcome to Instant Broadway!

In this uproarious musical comedy extravaganza, a team of quick-thinking improvisers takes audience suggestions and spins them into a full-blown musical—complete with catchy songs, hilarious characters, and unforgettable dance numbers—all made up on the spot! No two shows are the same, and every night is a brand-new, side-splitting adventure. Whether you're a musical theatre fan or just love a good laugh, Instant Broadway guarantees a show-stopping performance you’ll be singing about long after the curtains close!

“Genuinely funny comedy.”
Theatreview

“Adroit manoeuvring at its finest .”
NZ Herald

“Seriously good comedy, genuine side-splitting laughter. Extraordinarily great… gorgeous vocal work in seriously well-sung songs.”
The Speakeasy

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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.

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

Do you like Graham Norton? Then you'll love On The Couch. It's the Covert Theatre's comedy show that takes a chat show format and throws in some hilarious celebrity show biz improv.

The improvised chat show where three celebrity guests spill the secrets, scandals, and surprises of their lives in the spotlight. From rockstars and influencers to movie stars, bestselling authors, and even that one person who once did a TED Talk—no one is off-limits. Get ready for fame, fortune, and a fair share of misfortune On The Couch.

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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 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

Get ready for a hilarious showdown at the Office Comedy Clash!

Join us as seven companies go head-to-head on stage, bringing uproarious laughter and unforgettable moments in the search of being crowned the funniest office in NZ. The stakes are high and the humour even higher.

Each team will battle each other before they hit knockout semi-finals and the Grand Final – where there can be only one winner!  

Who will emerge triumphant in the ultimate battle of wit and comedy? Come cheer on your team or favourite organization, and let the laughter reign supreme at the Office Comedy Clash.

Proudly supported by Genesis Energy.

Rated: M
Tickets $22.00

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. With workshops and shows every night of the week there is something for everyone.

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

Step into the shadowy streets of the 1940s, where fedoras are sharp, secrets are sharper, and there’s always a smoking gun. It’s an unscripted film noir classic, unfolding live before your eyes.

Somebody’s dead. But who? Why? And who’s holding the smoking gun? Enter the hard-boiled Private Dick, sniffing out clues in a tangled web of lies, double-crosses, and intrigue. In this world, trust is as rare as a dame who doesn’t spell trouble, and everyone’s got something to hide.

Prepare for mystery, suspense, and a whole lot of snappy one-liners as the 1940s noir style gets an improv twist. With danger lurking in every shadow and plot twists you won’t see coming, one thing’s for sure—this is a rip-roaring yarn you can’t afford to miss.

Slip into something shady, grab a ticket, and get ready for a night where the only thing unscripted is everything

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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

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.

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

Step into the shadowy streets of the 1940s, where fedoras are sharp, secrets are sharper, and there’s always a smoking gun. It’s an unscripted film noir classic, unfolding live before your eyes.

Somebody’s dead. But who? Why? And who’s holding the smoking gun? Enter the hard-boiled Private Dick, sniffing out clues in a tangled web of lies, double-crosses, and intrigue. In this world, trust is as rare as a dame who doesn’t spell trouble, and everyone’s got something to hide.

Prepare for mystery, suspense, and a whole lot of snappy one-liners as the 1940s noir style gets an improv twist. With danger lurking in every shadow and plot twists you won’t see coming, one thing’s for sure—this is a rip-roaring yarn you can’t afford to miss.

Slip into something shady, grab a ticket, and get ready for a night where the only thing unscripted is everything

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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

Welcome to Jester, the show where our bright-eyed newbies mix with our seasoned pros for a night of unpredictable, family-friendly fun!

Think Whose Line Is It Anyway?, but with way more chaos. Our improvisers leap onto the stage to create scenes, sagas, and songs based on whatever wild suggestions you can dream up, all while battling it out for the ultimate title of Jester.

Expect laugh-out-loud moments, a few glorious missteps, and plenty of cheeky banter as they vie for your applause—and their dignity. Always different, always hilarious, and always a bit of cheeky fun. You won’t want to miss it!

Rated: M

Ticket Information

• General Admission: $17.55 each ($16.00 + $1.55 fees)

• Concession (Student, Gold Card, Group 6+): $15.50 each ($14.00 + $1.50 fees)

“Sheer madcap wit and an energetic, slapdash hour of fun.” Theatreview

“Come armed with your funny bone and some unique suggestions for the performers who are guaranteed to leave you grinning from ear to ear before the night is done.”

NZ Entertainment Podcast

Our fully licensed bar opens one hour before the show begins so come and have a drink before the show.

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, home of improv comedy, is community in spirit and professional in standards. 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