Brewer, Leigh, 1933-2013

Date: 1960 - 1969

Reference: Eph-A-MAORI-1960s

Description: Includes: 1960s: Dawson Cards. Waitangi Whare-Runanga / Howard photo. [Black & white photographic postcard of the interior decoration of Whare-Runanga. 1960s?] Eglinton Plastics Ltd: Tane Polynesian artifacts. Printed by Coulls Somerville Wilkie Ltd. [Pamphlet. 1960s?] (2 copies) Maori Education Foundation (N.Z.) :Your children's future depends on you and education. Maori Education Foundation, [1960s?] (4 copies) He whare Whakairo. He taonga hou mo te rohe o Poneke. [Pamphlet. 1960s?] N S Seaward’s post cards, Broad Bay, Dunedin. Souvenir envelope [1960-1970s?] (2 copies) 1960: He powhiri; Arohanui Ki Te Tangata. Te taima tepara. [10 September 1960] Order of service for the dedication and official opening, 10 September 1960, invitations, car pass and guest cards for the occasion. 1962: Maori Education Foundation Board of Trustees. Maori education; a new foundation. 1962 (1 copy) 1964: Catholic Maori Mission. Children’s Camp Paki Paki. “My lucky no” weekly raffle no. 64 closed 26 May 1964 [Ticket] Proposed Maori community centre for Palmerston North as a memorial to the Maori Battalion. Universal Printers Ltd., 22-26 Blair Street, Wellington [Photocopy. 1964?] 1965: Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference. Reception and entertainment at the Marae “Arohanui-ki-te-tangata” for delegates. 4 December 1965. Programme New Zealand. Department of Maori Affairs: Maori boys and girls in rural areas, learn a trade! R E Owen, Government Printer, Wellington, 1965. N Hatwell. Maoris. New Zealand in colour, by N Hatwell. [Concertina folder of coloured photographs] Te Hauke Maori Committee. Kahuranaki Jubilee 1915-1965. 50th Jubilee celebrations of Kahuranaki Meeting House. 19 June 1965. [Invitation card] 1968: [Communist Party]. Govt. plans the last big grab of Maori land. People’s Voice, April 1968. Pamphlet Souvenir cover to commemorate first printing Maori Bible in 1868. First day of issue April 23rd 1968 "Te Rongopai"; in the beginning was the Word. Written and directed by Richard Campion for the New Zealand Maori Theatre Trust and Associates. Choreographer Leigh Brewer, musical director Paul Katene, Maori advisors Bill Parker, Koro Dewes, Bill Kerekere. [1968]. programme Victoria University of Wellington. Department of University Extension. Maori language (Conversation) Residential Weekend School. 8-10 November 1968. Pamphlet / enrolment form 1969: New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation. Captain Cook Bi-Centenary lectures. 5. “Cook and the Maoris” by Dr D Simmons. Concert Chamber, 2 December 1969. Ticket Victoria University of Wellington. Department of University Extension. Maori language (Conversation) Residential Weekend School. 28 February – 2 March 1969. Pamphlet / enrolment form Quantity: 11 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photolithographs, sizes varying below 250 mm. Provenance: Some items purchased from Anah Dunsheath, Auckland, in 2007. One postcard donated by Philippa Conway, Wellington, in 2016. Processing information: Maori Education Foundation Board of Trustees. Maori education; a new foundation,1962 (one of two copies), combined into ATL-Group-00753, October 2022.

Date: 1968

From: Mercury Theatre :[Programmes and fliers relating to plays and dramatic performances. 1960s].

By: Pelorus Press

Reference: Eph-B-MERCURY-1968-01

Description: Programme for a performance featuring the Auckland Anglican Maori Club performing traditional Maori items. The second half of the programme was a performance of "He mana toa" (The creation) by James Ritchie, directed by Richard Campion, choreographed by Leigh Brewer, produced by Don Selwyn and designed by Peter Keiha. The front cover shows a carved Maori mask. Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photolithographs on programme folded to 265 x 115 mm.

Date: 1982

Reference: Eph-C-DANCE-1982

Description: Includes booklets for: The Australian Elizabethan Theatre Trust together with Michael Edgley and Benson & Hedges Pty Ltd with the assistance of Michael Redington, London, present Sadler's Wells Royal Ballet, a Royal Opera House company. A British Council tour. Promotional booklet (2 copies) with 2 inset flier programmes for St James Theatre Wellington, 29 September 1982, matinee and evening By arrangement with Russia's Ministry of Culture, Michael Edgley & Benson and Hedges Pty Ltd, and Kevin Jacobsen Concerts present "Stars of the Russian Ballet". South East Asian tour 1982. Tour booklet (2 copies) plus inserted typescript programme, undated Includes posters for: The Dance Centre. "Dance Centre" concert, "Memorial Theatre", 5-6 Dec. [1982](2 copies) The Dance Centre. New premises at 21 Manners St (old Beggs Building). Classes in jazz, modern, tap, disco roller skating, Slimnastics, children's creative dance / drama, cabaret jazz. "Dancing time again!" presented by pupils of the Jean Goodman School of Dancing. Ballet, jazz, tap by request. "Legend of the lotus" and "The twilight zone" plus new ballets! Victoria University Theatre, 18 December [1982] (Hand written poster) Paula Hunt Ballet Academy presents "Oliver" and a full dance recital at University Memorial Theatre. 10-11 December [1982] Impulse Dance Theatre. "Lines". New director Pamela Buckman. Victoria University Memorial Theatre, 17-20 March [1982]. (2 copies, one without dates) 1982 Lower Hutt City Ballet presents "Alice through the looking glass" and "The spiders banquet". Choreographer K Haines; "Rock gems", choreographer S Roche. Little Theatre Lower Hutt, 6-9 October [1982] Manhattan House for Theatre Arts. Director / choreographer Leigh Brewer. Courses available: theatre dance, beginners training for musical theatre, adult ballet, body toning, beginners and advanced classical ballet, vocal technique master classes, aerobic dance fitness course. On The Move. University Memorial Theatre, 14 April [1982] Talking Dancing. Jamie Bull, Lyne Pringle; an intimate evening, 2 July [1982], 6 pm. Talking Dancing. Jamie Bull, Lyne Pringle & Louise Loft; a performance at the Women's Gallery, 323 Willis Str, 10 Nov, 7.30 pm Talking dancing; lunchtime performances by Jamie Bull and Lyne Pringle, formerly of Impulse Dance Theatre. Upstairs at City Gallery, 4-7 May [1982] (2 copies) Quantity: 2 folder(s). Physical Description: Photolithographs, 420 x 310 mm (approx)

Date: 1960 - 1969

From: Opera-Technique Inc :[Ephemera and programmes for performances of opera. 1950-1990s]

Reference: Eph-A-OPERA-OT-1960s

Description: Includes: Opera Technique presents Johann Strauss' "Gipsy baron". Produced by Harry Baker; musical director Harry Botham. Wellington Technical College Theatre, 16-19 November 1960. Programme (2 copies) (Cover design by A.L. - Alan Lees?) 1961: Opera Technique Inc presents "The bartered bride", by Frederick Smetana. Produced by William Sheat; musical direction by Harry Botham. Choreography by Leigh Brewer. Technical College Theatre, 21-24 June; Lower Hutt Little Theatre, 26-27 June 1961. Programme (2 copies) 1962: Opera Technique presents two operas, produced with the assistance of the Arts Advisory Council: "Dido and Aeneas" by Henry Purcell (produced by Joan Warwick); and "A dinner engagement", by Lennox Berkeley (directed by Bruce Lawson). Concert Chamber Wellington, 13-14 March; Little Theatre Lower Hutt, 16-17 March [1962]. Programme (2 copies) Opera Technique Inc presents "A night in Venice" by Johann Strauss. Directed by Harry Baker; musical direction by Evan Roberts. Wellington Technical College Theatre, 2-6 October [1962]. Programme (2 copies) Opera Technique (Inc) presents "Amahl and the night visitors", by Menotti. produced by Alix McMillan. Preceded by "Policeman's serenade" by A P Herbert (Pianist Nora Dowse); and "Plain Jane". (Pianist Nora Dowse).[and/or "A sprig of Heather" presented by Edith Campbell, ALison Clegg and Andrew Braid] Epuni, 10 December 1962. Stokes Valley, 17 December 1962. Programme (2 versions) 1963: Opera-Technique (Inc) proudly presents ... "La vie Parisienne", an operetta in three acts by Jacques Offenbach. Revised version by A P Herbert. Directed by Harry Baker; musical direction by Evan Roberts. Guest conductor James Robertson. Grand Opera House Wellington, 10-14 September [1963]. Programme (2 copies) and flier (2 copies) 1964:"Amahl and the night visitors", by Menotti, presented by Opera Technique Inc. , presented in association with "Lo sposo deluso" (The deluded bridegroom) by Mozart. Producer Maureen Donaldson; musical director Evan Roberts. Programme (small folded sheet with ticket attached) Opera-Technique presents Gilbert and Sullivan's "Trial by jury", produced by Edna Wiggs; [and] "Antarctica", by Peter Grenwell [Greenwell]; directed by Harry Baker. University Memorial Theatre, 27 August - 1 September; Lower Hutt Little Theatre, 8-10 September [1964]. Programme (2 copies) 1965: Opera-Technique presents Offenbach's "Tales of Hoffmann". Directed by Harry Baker; musical direction by Harry Botham. St James Theatre Wellington, 9-14 August [1965]. Programme (2 copies) and one pink bookmark Opera-Technique presents Menotti's "Amahl and the night visitors". Produced by Roger Savage; musical director Patrick Flynn. Heretaunga College, 11 December; Seatoun Church Hall, 14 December; Wesley Church Taranaki Street, 22 December, Botanical Gardens Sound Shell, 23 December [1965]. Programme (2 copies incl. photocopy). 1966: Opera Technique presents 4 American operas: "Sunday excursion", by Alec Wilder and Arnold Sundgaard; "Hand of bridge", by Samuel Barber and Gian-Carlo Menotti; "Unicorn in the garden", by Russell Smith and Joseph Longstreth; "Down in the Valley", by Kurt Weill and Arnold Sundgaard. Produced by Brian Bell; musical director Patrick Flynn; set designer Roger Hart. Concert Chamber, 20-26 May [1966]. Programme (2 copies) Opera-Technique presents "The beggar's opera", by John Gay, in a new musical version realised from the original airs by Benjamin Britten; vocal score by Arthur Oldham. Produced by Dick Johnstone; musical director Patrick Flynn. [1966]. Programme (2 copies) 1967: Opera Technique. Newsletter, volume 10, no 1, January 1967. (2 copies) "Irma La Douce", in association with Opera-Technique. With Arianthe Garland, Bub McKegg, Barry Hill. Produced by Richard Campion. Programme 1969: Opera Technique [presents] Franz Lehar's "The land of smiles". Produced by Ken Blackburn; musical director Russell Channell. Opera Centre, 12-23 April 1969. Programme (2 copies) Opera-Technique presents Menotti's "Amahl and the night visitors". Stage director John Wadd. St Mark's Church Dufferin Street, 3 December; Eastbourne School Hall, 6 December, St John's Church Willis Street, 7 December; Soundshell Botanical Gardens, 11 December; Onslow College, 14 December [1969?]. Programme (2 copies) Opera Technique presents "To cut a long story short", devised and directed by Alan Farquhar; musical direction Brian Hands; choreographer and solo dancer Pauline Noorts. [1969]. Programme (photocopy only) Other Titles - Gypsy Baron Quantity: 17 programmes. Physical Description: Programmes, sizes ranging under 250 mm.

Date: 1960 - 1969

By: Reid, John Cowie, 1916-1972

Reference: Eph-B-MERCURY-1960s

Description: Includes: 1968: "The admirable Crichton", by J M Barrie. Produced by Anthony Richardson. [1968]. Programme. (2 copies) The Auckland Theatre Trust in association with the New Zealand Maori Theatre Trust presents "He Mana toa" (The spirit of a warrior). Part One: The Auckland Anglican Maori Club presents "Mana Maori"; Part Two, "He Mana Toa" (The Creation) by James Ritchie, directed by Richard Campion, choreographer Leigh Brewer. Mercury Theatre. [1968]. Programme. "An hour and a bit with Winnie-the-Pooh", by A A Milne. Produced by Alma Woods. Mercury Theatre. 20-21 August [1968]. Programme. "New adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh", by A A Milne. Produced by Alma Woods. Mercury Theatre. 14-31 December 1968. Programme. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset prints, varying sizes up to quarto.

Date: 1960 - 1964

Reference: Eph-A-OPERA-WO-1960/1964

Description: Includes programmes for the following performances: 1960s: "Love life & laughter". Jeane Malthus (producer); Thelma Smith (producer); Rayellen Quinn (music director). [Venue and date of production not identified]. 1960s: "Music hall". Leigh Brewer (producer); Gil O'Sullivan (producer); Geoffrey Newson (music director). [Venue and date of performance not identified]. 1960s: "Music hall". Leigh Brewer (producer); Gil O'Sullivan (producer); Geoffrey Newson (music director). [Venue and date of production not identified]. (2 copies). 1960s: "That's Entertainment" (musical review). Howard Neil (producer); (Miss) Alex Wiltshire (music director); Ingrid Power (choreographer). [Venue and date of production not identified]. 1960: "Kiss me Kate". Music by Cole Porter. Lynda Hastings (producer); Geoffrey de Lautour (music director); Jean Horne (ballet mistress). With Dorothy McKegg and Frank Malthus. Grand Opera House, Wellington, 20-30 July 1960 (2 copies) 1961: "The King and I". Music by Richard Rogers; book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Geoffrey de Lautour (producer and music director). Grand Opera House, Wellington, 15 February 1961 (2 copies) 1962: "White Horse Inn". Music by Ralph Benatzky. Lynda Hastings (producer); Geoffrey de Lautour (music director); Leigh Brewer (choreographer). With Bob O'Hara, Frances Green, Frank Malthus and Vivienne Epsom. Grand Opera House, Wellington, 31 March-11 April 1962 (2 copies) 1963: "Carousel". Antony Groser (producer); Geoffrey de Lautour (music director); Leigh Brewer (choreographer). With Merran Ainslie, Frances green, Rayellen Ballinger, Frank Malthus, Vivienne Epsom, Kevin Westmoreland. Grand Opera House, Wellington, 1963 (2 copies) 1964: "Show boat". Donald Priestly (producer); Geoffrey de Lautour (music director); Leigh Brewer (choreographer). With Robin Dumbell and Merran Ainslie. Grand Opera House, Wellington, 11-21 March 1964. (2 copies). 1964: "Kiss me Kate". Music by Cole Porter. Lynda Hastings (producer); Geoffrey de Lautour (music director); Leigh Brewer (choreographer). With Frank Malthus, Merran Ainslie. Grand Opera House, Wellington, 11-21 November 1964. (2 copies). Quantity: 10 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Programmes, sizes ranging under 250 mm. Provenance: Donated from various sources.

Date: 1980 - 1984

Reference: Eph-A-OPERA-WO-1980/1984

Description: Includes: 1980: "The king and I". Directed by Leigh Brewer; musical director Alan Foster (With Madeleine Bruce and James Moriarty). State Opera House, 14-30 August 1980. Programme (2 copies) Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) proudly presents "We'll meet again", directed by Leigh Brewer; compered by Brian Clark. Olivers Cabaret, 22-26 April 1980. Programme 1981: Wellington Opera Society (Inc) presents "Oklahoma!", director-choreographer Leigh Brewer; musical director Alan Foster. State Opera House, 21 May - 6 June [1981]. Programme (2 copies) "Showstoppers '81", devised, directed and compered by Brian Clark; choreographed by Leanne Plunkett. [1981]. Programme 1982: "Jesus Christ Superstar". Membership concession voucher valid for performances up to and including Friday 27th August 1982 (2 copies green, 2 copies pink) "Jesus Christ Superstar". Membership concession voucher valid for the performance on Thursday 19th August 1982. Yellow card. (2 copies) Wellington Operatic Society (Inc). "Jesus Christ superstar". State Opera House, 19 August - 4 September 1982. Ticket folder containing four tickets for Monday 30 August stapled in Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) proudly presents "We'll meet again", devised and directed by Leigh Brewer. Society's Theatre, 29 Vivian Street, 20 April - 1 May 1982. Programme (2 copies - 1 white, 1 yellow), and card/ticket 1983: "Annie". Membership discount voucher. Valid for performances on Thursday 12th May and Friday 13th May 1983 only. Pale blue ticket (2 copies) "Annie". Membership discount voucher. Valid for performances from Saturday 14 May 1983 up to and including the performance of Monday 23rd May 1983. Pink ticket (2 copies) "Annie". Membership discount voucher. Valid for performances up to and including Monday 23rd May 1983. Red ticket (2 copies) 1984: Wellington Operatic Society (Inc). "The merry widow". Directed by Steve Agnew; musical director Alan Foster; choreographer Paula Hunt (With Lynne Cantlon, Madeleine Bruce and Roger Wilson). State Opera House [May 1984]. Programme; [and] discount voucher and membership voucher (ie 2 tickets) "Pack up your troubles", a new war time musical revue, written & directed by Brian Clark. Another Wellington Operatic Society production. Music direction Murray Hewson; choreographer Mary Evers. [Wellington 27 October 1984]. Programme Quantity: 1 folder(s) 7 programmes; 8 tickets. Physical Description: Programmes, sizes ranging under 250 mm. Provenance: Donated from various sources

Date: 1975 - 1979

Reference: Eph-A-OPERA-WO-1975/1979

Description: Includes: 1975: Wellington Operatic Society presents "The boy friend", produced by Howard Neil; musical director Peter Marshall; pianist Ross Alley. Lower Hutt Little Theatre 15-20 September; University Memorial Theatre 22-27 September [1975]. Programme (2 copies) 1976: "Hello Dolly" (With Jan Russ and Lewis Rowe). Produced choreographed and designed by Howard Neil; musical direction by Peter Marshall. Grand Opera House Wellington, 21 September - 2 October 1976. Programme (2 copies) 1977: The Wellington Operatic Society Inc presents the New Zealand premiere of "The great waltz". Directed and designed by Duncan Whiting; musical director Alan Foster; assistant musical director Ross Alley; choreography Joye Lowe, with the Wellington Regional Orchestra. State Opera House, 8-19 November 1977. Programme (2 copies) 1978: "Camelot". Produced by Duncan Whiting; musical director John Morrison; choreographer Kevin Westmoreland. State Opera House Wellington, [1978]. Programme (2 copies) 1979: "Fiddler on the roof". Director and choreographer Leigh Brewer; musical director John Morrison. State Opera House, 16 August - 1 September 1979. Programme (2 copies) Quantity: 5 programmes. Physical Description: Programmes, sizes ranging under 250 mm. Provenance: Donated from various sources

Date: 1982

Reference: Eph-B-VARIETY-1982

Description: Includes: Capital Entertainers presents "Capital cabaret". Colombo Street Theatre, Newtown, 2-11 September 1982. Green flier The Deirdre Tarrant Dance Theatre presents "A Christmas carol". State Opera House, 14-17 December [1982]. Flier (one copy white, one copy yellow) Evita El Cheapo. Wellington Settlement Gallery, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, from 10 April [1982]. Flier (2 versions) "In cabaret". Louise Loft, Jamie Bull, Lyne Pringle. Danspacre, Friday 1st [1982]. Flier Karori Campus Life presents "Rudder under by Candle light". Karori Community Hall, 18 June [1982]. Green flier A kids' show. Caltex Lounge, Taranaki St, 18 December 1982. Yellow flier Ladies and Gentlemen meet the "Play Girls", in the all male musical review on Broadway. Oh!! it is a little naughty. Olivers Cabaret and Boulevard Cabaret, Nov-Dec [1982]. Flier Manhattan House for Theatre Arts present "For the fun of it", directed and choreographed by Leigh Brewer. Victoria University Memorial Theatre, 23-27 February [1982]. Yellow flier "On the benefit"; a light satirical variety revue. All proceeds to charity. Community Theatre Newtown, 21-24 April [1982]. Yellow flier Silvio's Mirthday Party. With Frances Green, Dave Olerenshaw, Buchanan Family. Silvio's Place, Fridays and Saturdays 30 April - 29 May [1982]. Flier (2 copies) The Streetwise Treasure Island. Boris and Maggie Howarth, performers. Aro Valley Community Centre 5 November; Newtown Community Centre 6 November [1982]. Flier (2 copies) The Terrace Mid-Winter Festival. Variety concert; personalities from television, radio and stage, introduced by Dick Weir: Lindsay Yeo, John Gordon, Fergus Dick, Peter Harcourt, Sharon Crosbie. 25 June 1982. Yellow flier The Terrace Mid-Winter Festival. Variety concert; personalities from television, radio and stage, introduced by Dick Weir. St Andrews on the Terrace, 25 June 12.30 - 1.15 pm. White flier Threepenny Folly; music, mime, drama, clowns. City Art Gallery, 65 Victoria Street, 30 July - 1 August [1982]. Flier (2 copies) Denys Trussell, poet, pianist, ecologist. "Broken stone by stone". Bach, Debussy, Lilburn, Mussorsky, Chopin, Scarlatti; poems by Fairburn, Baxter, Brasch, Hooper, Trussell. St Johns Church, 1 June [1982]. Flier Underground Theatre; with Red Balloon, Peter Tait, Tim Denton, Louise Loft, Lyne Pringle, Adele Chapman. Danspace, Friday 10th , 7 pm [1982]. Flier Quantity: 14 fliers. 6 programmes. Physical Description: Printed programmes and fliers, under 300 mm.

Date: 1971-1989

By: Wellington Operatic Society Inc

Reference: Eph-C-OPERA-WO-1971/1989

Description: Includes: 1971: Wellington Operatic Society presents "The student prince". Grand Opera House Wellington, 7-17 July [1971]. Poster 1973: Wellington Operatic Society presents the romantic moving musical of the Deep South on the Mississippi, "Show boat". Grand Opera House, 7-18 April [1973]. Yellow banner poster (2 copies); plus a capstan (stage scenery item) 1974: Wellington Operatic Society's "My fair lady", produced by international director Simon Montigue. Grand Opera House, 26 October - 16 November [1974]. Various proofs of posters, banners, tickets, and a sheet of multiple preferential vouchers 1976: "Hello Dolly". Produced and choreographed by Howard Neil (With Jan Russ, Lewis Rowe, Lloyd Scott, Robyn Houston). Grand Opera House Wellington, 21 September - 2 October [1976]. Poster 1978: The Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) proudly present the Wellington premiere of the long awaited "hit musical" "Camelot". Directed by Duncan Whiting; musical director John Morrison; choreographer Kevin Westmoreland (With Harry Lavington, Frank Malthus, Frances Green, Jim Healey; with the Wellington Regional Orchestra. State Opera House, 9-25 November [1978]. Poster Wellington Operatic Society Inc presents the musical comedy "A funny thing happened on the way to the Forum". Directed by Alan Farquhar; musical direction by Ross Alley (With Ron Thrush, Jeanne Malthus, Silvio Famularo, Vivianne Labone, Rex Hearst, John Burge, Carmen, Glenis Levistam, Arnie Asher, Cyril Tilley, Bill Sanders, Charles Walker, Harry Lavington, Robin Dene). State Opera House, 17-24 June [1978]. Poster designed by B Thomas, showing photos of most of cast 1979: Music Theatre International in association with Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents by public request "Fiddler on the roof". Directed and choreographed by Leigh Brewer; musical direction by John Morrison (With David Skinner, Flora Edwards, Sinfonia of Wellington). State Opera House, 16 August - 1 September 1979. Poster (2 copies) 1982: Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents a spectacular new production of "Jesus Christ superstar", directed by John Banas; musical direction by Peter Marshall; choreographed by Mary Evers. State Opera House, 19 August - 4 September [1982]. Poster (2 copies) 3rd repeat season by popular demand. Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents "We'll meet again", directed by Leigh Brewer. A musical revue of songs, made famous during the War years (1914-1945); compered by Brian Clark. Wellington Operatic Society Theatre, 29 Vivian Street, 20 April - 1 May [1982]. Poster Repeat season by popular demand. Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents "We'll meet again", directed by Leigh Brewer. A musical revue of songs, made famous during the War years (1914-1945); compered by Brian Clark. Wellington Operatic Society Theatre, 29 Vivian Street, 11-12 November [1982]. Poster 1984: You enjoyed "We'll meet again"; now see a new War Time musical revue. "Pack up your troubles", written & directed by Brian Clark. Our own operatic barracks 29 Vivian Street, 27 October - 10 November [1984]. Poster 1986: The Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents Irving Berlin's greatest Broadway triumph, "Annie get your gun"; directed by John Banas; musical direction Peter Marshall; choreography Sue Nicholls. With Linda Anning and Roger Gill. State Opera House, 21 August - 6 September [1986]. Poster (2 copies) 1989: Wellington Operatic Society presents the great family musical "Oliver!". State Opera House, from 17 August [1989]. Poster (2 copies) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset prints, sizes varying up to 500 mm.

Date: [November 1964]

From: Wellington Operatic Society: Assorted photographs, ephemera, and drawings relating to productions

By: Wellington Operatic Society Inc

Reference: PA1-o-525

Description: Photographs of a production of "Kiss me Kate" by Cole Porter, performed by members of the Wellington Operatic Society in November 1964. Programme attached to album, with front cover used as album cover, and pages 2 to 4 containing list of cast members and musical numbers. Photographs of the director (Lynda Hastings), musical director (Geoffrey de Lautour), and choreographer (Leigh Brewer) attached inside front cover. None of the other photographs have captions. The first 7 pages contain enlargements, followed by 235 prints in 35 mm film. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Album with black cover, with programme cover attached which reads " Wellington Operatic Society (Inc.) presents "Kiss me Kate", Grand Opera House, Wellington"; 20.5 x 28.5 cm

Date: 1944

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1944

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: K.C.P. Entertainments Ltd present The Kiwis musical revue "Cairo Carnival". Grand Opera House Wellington, 4 November 1944. Programme K.C.P. Entertainments Ltd present The Kiwis second bright comedy "Desert days". Manager Stewart Pitt, producer Eddie Hegan, musical director George Hatton; wardrobe by Mrs Marchant. Opera House Wellington, commencing 20 November 1944. Programme Manawatu Army Entertainment Club presents "Off parade"; the Army revue, sponsored by A.E.W.S. production under the direction of S/Sgt Norman T McGuire; assistant director S/Sgt Briton Chadwick; orchestra Capt H Brusey). Opera House Wellington, 1-2 June 1944. Programme (2 copies) Ophir Rees presents his International Radiant Revue Company in "Furlough frolics" (With Rosalie Lighton, Jack Riley, George Tollerton, Isobel Langlands, Leigh Brewer, "Sherry", Kathleen Farrell, "Wilma", Reg Rushen, Sylvia Poynter, Irene Long). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 15 January 1944. Programme Ophir Rees presents his International Radiant Revue Company in "The laughter blitz" (With Rosalie Lighton, Jack Riley, George Tollerton, Isobel Langlands, Leigh Brewer, "Sherry", Kathleen Farrell, "Wilma", Reg Rushen, Sylvia Poynter, Irene Long). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 31 January 1944. Programme Ophir Rees presents his International Radiant Revue Company in "Topsy Turvy" (With Hori and Renee Loach, Jack Riley, Joy Asquith, the Titanic Four, George and Barbara, the Three Marvels, Kathleen Farrell, Edgar Bendal, Irene Long, Adele Taylor). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 10 June 1944. Programme Ophir Rees presents his International Radiant Revue Company in "Topsy Turvy" (With Irene Long, Adele Taylor, Isobel Langlands, the Dallow Brothers, Hori and Renee Loach, Jack Riley, the Titanic Four, Kathleen Farrell, Edgar Bendal,). Opera House Wellington, commencing 23 December 1944. Programme (2 copies) and publicity card (3 copies) The Victory Revue Company, W McKee and T Maloney present "The west goes south" (Manager Bud Denice, ballet mistress Hazel Martin, stage manager Carl Dring, wardrobe Mrs Berry). Opera House Wellington, commencing 29 September 1944. Programme Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: [April 1963]

From: Wellington Operatic Society: Assorted photographs, ephemera, and drawings relating to productions

By: Wellington Operatic Society Inc

Reference: PA1-o-527

Description: Photographs of a production of "Carousel" by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, performed by members of the Wellington Operatic Society in April 1963. Names of production crew listed inside front cover, including producer (Antony Groser), musical director (Geoffrey de Lautour), and choreography and chorus movement (Leigh Brewer). Photographs include 141 prints of 35 mm film on 9 pages, and 7 pages of enlargements, none of which have captions. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Album with black cover; programme attached which reads "Rodgers & Hammerstein's 'Carousel' presented by Wellington Operatic Society"; 20.5 x 28.5 cm

Date: 1980 - 1984

Reference: Eph-B-OPERA-WO-1980/1984

Description: Includes: 1980: By popular demand, Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) proudly presents "We'll meet again", directed by Leigh Brewer. Compered by Brian Clark. Olivers Cabaret, 5 Lloyd Street, Wellington, 22-26 April 1980. Flyer (2 copies) Wellington Operatic Society Inc by arrangement with Chappell & Co (N.Z.) Ltd presents Rogers and Hammerstein's "The king and I". 14-30 August 1980 at the State Opera House. Directed and choreographed by Leigh Brewer. Musical direction by Alan Foster, with the Sinfonia of Wellington. James Moriarty as the King; Madeleine Bruce as Anna. Flyer only 1981: Come & enjoy a night of gambling at a casino evening. Venue 29 Vivian Street, Wellington, 7 November 1981. Flyer Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) presents "Oklahoma!" Director Leigh Brewer; musical director Alan Foster. State Opera House 21 May - 6 June [1981]. Programme (2 copies), and flyer (2 copies) 1982: Wellington Operatic Society (Inc) proudly presents "Jesus Christ superstar". State Opera House, 19 August - 4 September 1982. Directed and designed by John Banas; musical director Peter Marshall; choreography Mary Evers. Programme (2 copies) 1983: The Wellington Operatic Society proudly presents "Annie", the spectacular new musical, directed by John Banas (With Colin Eade, Viv Labone, Fiona McLeod, Jane Gratowski). Musical direction Peter Marshall; choreography Mary Evers. State Opera House Wellnigton, 12-28 May 1983. Programme (2 copies) 1984: The Wellington Operatic Society by arrangement with Boosey and Hawkes (Australia) Pty Ltd ... present "The merry widow", directed by Steve Agnew; musical direction Alan Foster; choreography Paula Hunt. State Opera House Wellington, 10-26 May 1984. Programme (2 copies) Quantity: 4 programmes. 4 flyers. Physical Description: Offset prints on booklets and flyers, sizes varying beneath 350 mm.

Date: 1950 - 1969

Reference: Eph-A-MAORI-CONCERT-1950/1969

Description: 1950: Canterbury (N.Z.) Centennial Association. Souvenir programme of Maori celebrations and centennial concert presented at the Civic Theatre, Christchurch, 8 September 1950. Souvenir programme Ngati Poneke. Maori Entertainment, Wellington Town Hall, 15-16 March 1950. Souvenir programme. (Contains essay on Rangiatea Church, Otaki, by Eric Ramsden). 1950s: The Arawa Concert Party of Rotorua present Guide Rangi and Concert Party. Concert Chamber, Rotorua every Wednesday and Saturday. Souvenir programme. [Date unknown, possibly 1950s] (Acc PR-00-0353, and PR-13-0049) (2 copies) 1953: Whakarewarewa Maori Concert Party will give their unique entertainment in the Concert Chamber [Tuesday 10th February 1953 - handwritten on front cover]. Programme 1956: Whakatane Maori Youth Club. Grand Maori concert and All-Maori play "Tu Terangi & Kihi". Souvenir programme with folded flier for a performance on 12 October 1956 (2 copies). 1957: Pataka Enterprises Inc presents a grand Maori concert on board the SS "Southern Cross". 24 October 1957, by Te Roopu Ngahau. Programme (with shipboard menu slipped inside) 1958: New Zealand presents the Overseas Touring Party in "Maori", sponsored by the Auckland Public Relations Office Inc., and the NZ Travel & Holiday Association. 1958. Programme ( 2 copies - one with autographs and photographs of Touring Party members) Wellington Teachers' College Maori Club 1958. Programme. 1960: Guide Rangi's sensational Te Arawa Maori Entertainers. Souvenir programme [ca 1960] (Acc PR-10-0136) Guide Kiri presents the famous Whakarewarewa Rotorua Maori Concert Party in their unique entertainment, promoted by the Public relations Office. Rotorua Printers. Programme [ca 1960] (Date assigned because it includes a photo of 12-year-old Dell Aratema, whose age was confirmed by Dr Ngahuia Te Awekotuku) Presenting the famous Whakarewarewa Maori Concert Party in a full programme of traditional entertainment. Every Sunday at 8.30 pm. Programme and souvenir brochure of Rotorua. One shilling [ca 1960] 1963: University of Waikato Welcome home Te Arohanui Maori Company. America loved the Maoris [1963] 1965: Extraordinary announcement! Maori concert, farewell appearance before leaving for overseas, lovely Kiri Te Kanawa, supported by Lou & Simon, Yvonne Thomas (The Poi Wizard), and Maori groups - compere Laurie Borck. Founders' Theatre 20 January [1965]. Flier (2 copies) Waihirere Maori Club of Gisborne. Opera House Wellington, 28 August 1965. Programme (2 copies) 1966: Arawa Concert Party of Rotorua presents Guide Rangi and Concert Party. Concert Chamber Rotorua, every Wednesday and Saturday. Souvenir programme [1966] Wellington Competitions Society Inc. [Concert, 1966 Festival of the Arts - with Muturangi Maori Club, Wellington Maori Anglican Club, Ngati Poneke Maori Club, Arohata Maori Girls' Club, Wellington Teachers Training College Maori [Club], Mawai Hakona Maori Association]. Programme 1968: Te Rangatahi. Grand charity concert. St James Theatre, 25 August 1968 (With Inia Te Wiata, Isobel Cowan, Howard Morrison, Myra Love, Ratana Brass, Nick Smith Trio. The New Zealand Maori Theatre Trust presents the creation scene from James Ritchie's "He mana toa", produced by Richard Campion; music by Douglas Lilburn; choreography by Leigh Brewer). Programme. Plus NZ Maori Council invitation for Tony Murray-Oliver to a reception the previous evening at the NZ Display Centre. Quantity: 18 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Pamphlets and programmes, sizes varying up to 250 mm.

Date: [ca 1900], [ca 1906], [ca 1930], [ca 1940s], 1957

By: Brewer, Leigh, 1933-2013

Reference: PA-Group-00854

Description: Photographs collected by Leigh Brewer. Source of title - Title supplied by Library Provenance: Donated by Leigh Brewer, Wellington, 1999, 2013. Also from the estate of Leigh Brewer, 2013.

Date: 1980

Reference: Eph-B-DANCE-1980

Description: Includes programmes and flyers for: Bob & Nancy, Australia's top dance & comedy team. Presented by the New Zealand Students Arts Council. New Zealand tour June-July 1980. Flyer A choreographic workshop; Joan's farewell. Contact tutors Joan Laage, Helen Busfield. At National Ballet School Wgtn, 20-23 November. [And] Informal showing of works including a last chance to see some of Joan's dances. National Ballet School, 23 Nov [1980]. Flyer The Dance Centre. Concert programme. Narrator Ted Seymour [Dec 1979 or January 1980] Electronic music compositions by Judith Exley and Martin Lodge; "Pleione", a relatively experimental dance work by Judith Exley, Pamela Gray and Jennifer Shennan. The Dance Room, Victoria University Recreation Centre, 12 December 1980. Programme Historical dance classes. St Michaels Church Hall, Upland Rd Kelburn, commencing 16 July 1980. Further details from Janet James. Flyer Impulse Dance Theatre. "Spots before your eyes". Feb/March 1980. Programme (2 copies) Impulse Dance Theatre. "True blue", "Wananga-i-te-Rangi", "Timepiece 80", "Songs of emancipation", "Nockabout", "John Wilson's playground", "Pierced", "Groupie", "Talking swag", "Nightcap". Winter/Spring 1980. Programme (2 copies) Jouissance; an introduction to some European historical dances. Weekend course organized by the Early Music Union. Tutor Jennifer Shennan with an introduction to baroque dance by Janet James. St Barnabas Church Roseneath, 28-30 March 1980. Flyer Manhattan Theatre Club presents "Dancin' "; a new musical entertainment directed and choreographed by Leigh brewer. Manhattan House, cnr Cuba & Ghuznee Sts., 11-18 December [1980 or 1982?]. Flyer (2 copies) Modern dance classes. Sue Jordan. Impulse Studio, Swan lane ... starting 3 March [1980]. Flyer National School of Ballet presents Graduation 1980. State Opera House, 14 November 1980. Programme (2 copies) Quantity: 1 folder(s). 1.30 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Booklets and flyers, sizes varying under 340 mm.

Date: 1960-1962

From: Brewer, Leigh, 1933-2013 : Papers

By: Faure, Gabriel, 1845-1924; Lindsay, Alex Sylvester, 1919-1974

Reference: fMS-Papers-12017-1

Description: Orchestral parts scored by Alex Lindsay, commissioned by Leigh Brewer for Wellington City Ballet in February 1960. Reproduced by Brewer for New Zealand Ballet Company 1962 tour. Comprised of instrumental parts for Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello, Double-Bass, Flute 1, Flute 2, Clarinet 1 in A, Clarinet 2 in A, Oboe 1 & 2, Bassoon 1, Bassoon 2, Horn 1 in F, Horn 2 in F, and four vocal parts. Folder inscribed: "Pavane G. Faure Op. 50", "Property Leigh Brewer. Wellington City Ballet: 1960". "Scored by Alex Lindsay." "Original Production Wgtn Opera House". "Reproduced N.Z. Ballet Co. 1962 Tour". "P.O. Box 11-075 Manners St. Wellington". Quantity: 1 folder(s) 17 orchestral parts. Physical Description: Manuscript music scores on printed 12-stave music manuscript paper

Date: May 1959-October 1959

From: Brewer, Leigh, 1933-2013 : Papers

By: Small, Christopher, 1927-2011

Reference: fMS-Papers-12017-2

Description: Piano reduction/score of 'Children of the Mist' by Christopher Small, May-October 1959. Includes notes by the composer addressed to the pianist. Original enclosure (folder) labelled: "Original Piano Score 59-60 written by Christopher Small Choreographer Leigh Brewer". Original enclosure (wallet) labelled: "Original Piano Score. 'Children of the Mist' Christopher Small travelled for 5 months between Waihi & Wellington". This is the original piano score prepared for the choreography and rehearsing of the ballet. According to the donor further changes were made to the ballet music that are not reflected in this score. For the final version of the ballet music see the full score (MSY-4893) or performance recording (MST7-0474). Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Holograph manuscript and manuscript notation in ink on 12-stave printed music manuscript paper Processing information: Originally in folder enclosed 'Warwick Drawing Folio Wallet'. Item rehoused as part of processing.

Date: 1960

From: Morris, Lynette, active 1957-2016: Papers and photographs relating to ballet dancing in Wellington

Reference: MS-Papers-12093-4

Description: Printed programme of the 'Wellington City Ballet', with autograph signatures. Autographs of the following noted: Leigh Brewer (Artistic Director) Christopher Small (Composer) Alex Lindsay Robin Monro Kevin Mansfield Pauline Noorts Jennifer Bartlett Heather McCaskey Elizabeth McArthur Stephanie Anderson Susan Adams Patricia Ryan Robert Young Marilyn Williams Mary Hoare Carol Hilton Jennifer Tovey Margaret Collins Dorothy Tressider Gillian Tustin Carol Draper Alison Peddie Beverley Hofen Lois Roberts Beverley Johns Joy Lowe Features a group photograph of "Members of the Wellington City Ballet". Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programme with holograph autograph signatures.