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What an honour to wrap up NZSL Week by receiving the prestigious NZSL Accessibility Award at the Deaf Aotearoa Award Ceremony! The NZSL Accessibility award is presented to a service provider, healthcare provider, business, organisation or individual that provides exceptional access and/or commitment to promoting NZSL and Deaf awareness. As the only New Zealand business providing specialised interpreting in the arts and events sector, we are incredibly proud to be recognised for our mahi with this prize. Kelly went down to Wellington to accept this award on behalf of the Platform Interpreting NZ team-an incredible group of hard working interpreters, administrative staff, Deaf consultants, Deaf arts practitioners, and Deaf talent who are all committed to providing NZSL-accessibility in all aspects of the arts and entertainment industry. Special recognition was also given to qualified NZSL interpreter and our founder Kelly Hodgins, whose vision and leadership has established a remarkable standard for live performance access in NZSL Thanks to Kelly's commitment, PINZ is now synonymous with exceptional specialised interpretation and consultancy. Both clients and Deaf / Hard-of-Hearing audiences know they can expect top-quality services at every event, whether it's a local theatre production, Deaf-led NZSL Gallery event or a stadium tour by the world's biggest international artists. Every day we are breaking down barriers. We get to witness Deaf people and non-deaf people bonding through shared experiences and the love of the arts. We are immensely grateful to be this year's recipient of the NZSL Accessibility Award. The past year in particular has been one of significant growth for PINZ, as we expand the pool of clients we work with, take our Deaf consultancy and performance interpretation to new parts of Aotearoa, and provide our services at larger events. Read more: https://mailchi.mp/ea86045d82f5/may-13362590 #nzsl #deaf #nzarts #platforminterpretingnz #nzslweek @deafaotearoa

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⭐ Auckland, are you ready to Wiggle? ⭐ We are thrilled to announce that @thewiggles will provide an NZSL Signed session at @sparkarena as part of their upcoming New Zealand tour. Platform Interpreting NZ is working with Spark Arena and The Wiggles to bring this signed performance to Auckland. The Wiggle Groove Tour promises to be an extravaganza of music, laughter, and learning, featuring all the beloved Wiggles including Anthony, Tsehay, Lachy, Simon, John, Lucia, Caterina and Evie. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Wiggles show without our wiggly friends, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword! 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 Tickets will be available for $35 + booking fees per ticket. Bookings open on Thursday 14th May and close 5pm, Friday 2nd October To book, you can: 📱 Call Ticketmaster on 09 970 9700 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) 🌐 Visit this link and use the password 'FRUITSALAD': www.ticketmaster.co.nz/event/240064A790A62FC4?did=nzsl 📨 Email [email protected] When booking, please provide the code ‘NZSL Wiggles’ and please ensure you communicate any special requirements you may have.

One week until this high-energy dance-theatre work is NZSL-interpreted in Wellington! 🤳 WHO: @footnotenzdance 🤳 WHAT: Modern God 🤳 WHEN: Friday 22 May, 7pm 🤳 WHERE: @circatheatre , Wellington This high-powered show, straddling the realms of contemporary dance and physical theatre, delves into the intricate web of global internet culture. It's a unique opportunity to dissect our interactions with the online world, from its absurdity and speed to its utility and potential dangers. 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 Click here to purchase tickets: www.circa.co.nz/package/modern-god

Wellington, are you ready? After a stellar performance in Auckland, @gntproductionsnz and @capitaltheatretrust are bringing the hit musical '& Juliet' to Pōneke next Wednesday 20 May! Our interpreter Kelly had an amazing time with this talented cast in Auckland, thanks to @aucklandlive , and we can't wait for the capital city to also experience this amazing show. 🎤 WHAT: @andjulietnz 🎤 WHEN: Wednesday 20 May, 7.30pm 🎤 WHERE: St James Theatre, Wellington This explosive new musical flips the script on the world’s greatest love story and asks: what if Juliet’s famous ending was really just her beginning? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way. Packed with reimagined iconic pop anthems that you know and adore, & Juliet is a joyous celebration of love, self-discovery, and second chances. 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 To book your tickets for this Signed performance please call the Ticketmaster Group Booking line on 09 970 9745, or email [email protected]. A service fee per transaction applies if booking over the phone or via email. The tickets can either be sent out to you or on the night of the performance, tickets can be collected from the Box Office from 6.30pm.

👐 The Arts For All Network is visiting Dunedin in May! 👐 👉 WHO: @arts_access_aotearoa 👉 WHAT: Arts Accessibility Hui 👉 WHEN: Thursday 28 May, 10am-12.30pm 👉 WHERE: Te Whare o te Rukutia, Dunedin Join a relaxed, welcoming korero for local artists, arts workers and arts lovers all wanting to make the arts more accessible to Deaf and disabled people. With time for learning, sharing and networking, you can share your mahi, advocate to decision makers, and brainstorm how we can remove barriers together. 🎟 REGISTRATION 🎟 No cost to attend, all welcome. Click here to register: /arts-for-all-otago-network-regional-hui

👮‍♂️ Based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey (Dog Man, Captain Underpants, Cat Kid Comic Club), Dog Man: The Musical is coming to the Bruce Mason Centre in time for the July school holidays! 🐶 🎵 WHO: @aucklandlive 🎵 WHAT: Dog Man: The Musical 🎵 WHEN: Wednesday 15 July, 11am 🎵 WHERE: Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Best buddies George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in year 5, they figure it’s time to level up and write a musical based on their favourite character, Dog Man - the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! How hard could it be? 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 This performance of Dog Man: The Musical is NZSL interpreted. During the performance, trained interpreters will be positioned on stage with the performers. Tickets for these seats are at a discounted price of $20 (plus booking fees) and a companion ticket is available at the same price. These seats are reserved for d/Deaf patrons wishing to attend the NZSL interpreted performance with a clear view of the stage and interpreters. Introductory notes in NZSL will be given to attendees at The Bruce Mason Centre at 10am. To book NZSL tickets, visit the Ticketmaster link and enter the code 'SIGNED'. www.ticketmaster.co.nz/dog-man-the-musical-nz-sign-takapuna-beach-15-07-2026/event/24006481DE604020

@nzcomedyfestival presents 'The Cave' by @abbyhowellsplease AUCKLAND SHOW: Saturday 9 May, 4.30pm | Loft 5, @qtheatre WELLINGTON SHOW: Saturday 16 May, 5pm | @hannahplayhouse 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 Tickets are available on the NZICF website: edyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/abby-howells-the-cave

📚 Experience the @aklwritersfest with this FREE NZSL-interpreted event! 📚 📕 WHAT: Wrong Readers Club 📘 WHO: @thedlistnz , @allysonhamblett , Em Berry 📗 WHERE: Hayman Building Lobby, 13 Galway St, Auckland 📙 WHEN: Friday 8 May, 6-7.45pm Do audiobooks count as reading? Is there a ‘right’ way to experience a story, or does it just matter if it works for us? Join The D*List, a space dedicated to disability culture and community in Aotearoa, for a night where we all read ‘wrong’. Allyson Hamblett and Em Berry will spin fantastic stories, then you’re invited to dive into the multi-format reading corner. Let’s be wrong together.

It’s NZ Sign Language Week! 🎸 For the second time, we hosted NZSL interpreters on the @wellingtonairport Ngā Taniwha Stage. Thanks to the support of the Performing Arts Foundation, we collaborated with @platforminterpretingnz to provide: 🎹 7.75 hours of NZSL interpreted music across the weekend 🪘13 acts translated into NZSL 🥁 Approx 107 songs translated into NZSL Entertainment from dream-pop to dance-punk to afrobeat jazz, and lyrics in English, te reo Māori, French and more! Ka pai!! Images thanks to @jmsubs @sambath @momentsbyhiro

Happy NZSL Week! This year is an extra special celebration, as we also commemorate 20 years since the New Zealand Sign Language Act 2006 was passed, making NZSL an official language of Aotearoa. This year's theme is 'An Aotearoa where anyone can sign', and we loved teaching these amazing performers how to sign a special message for NZSL Week! Thank you to @stageantics.nz , @playhousetheatreinc , @aucklandlive , @gntproductionsnz , @aucklandtheatreco , and @actthreeproductions for celebrating NZSL Week with us!

Don't miss out! Last chance to buy tickets 🎫 @showbizchristchurch is hosting an NZSL-interpreted performance of 'Charlie & The Chocolate Factory', and NZSL access ticket sales close on Sunday 3 May! 🍫 SHOW INFORMATION 🍫 Wednesday 6 May, 7.30pm | @isaactheatreroyal Christchurch When Charlie Bucket wins a once-in-a-lifetime tour of Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory, he and four other lucky children embark on a journey full of wonder, mischief and pure imagination. From the Christchurch producers of Mamma Mia!, Kinky Boots and Matilda The Musical, this extraordinary production promises magic, laughter and a world of surprises for the whole family. Don’t miss your chance to step inside the factory – get your golden ticket today! 🎟 TICKETS 🎟 Special seats have been placed on hold for this performance that allow patrons to see the interpreter easily. ***HURRY THESE TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE UNTIL SUNDAY 3RD MAY**** To book NZSL-access tickets online: Visit the Ticketek link, select the date 'Wednesday 6 May', and enter the password 'HOLLY'. https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.aspx?sh=CHARLIE26 For assistance with your booking, please contact Ticketek: Phone: 03 260 5260 Email: [email protected] Ticketek Box Office Hours : Tues- Fri 10am to 5pm.