In Other Words

In Other Words is coming to the Theatre Royal Nelson for a very limited season on 21 and 22 May. 

Starring the acclaimed real-life couple Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst, this is a rare opportunity to see two of New Zealand’s finest actors share the stage in an award-winning two-hander.

In Other Words tells the story of Arthur and Jane, whose lifelong love is threatened by the gradual onset of Alzheimer’s. Connected by the timeless music of Frank Sinatra, this intimate, humorous and deeply moving story explores the effects of dementia and the transformative power of music to help us remember the past, reconnect with the present and hope for the future.

Written by award-winning UK playwright Matthew Seager, In Other Words has won four Moliere awards for its writing and its sensitive and respectful portrayal of Alzheimer’s.

“Moments of joy and humour performed to perfection by two masters of their craft” – NZ Herald

“Ward-Lealand absolutely shines as Jane. More than believable, she feels real” – Red Raven

“Hurst’s ability to utterly inhabit the full range of Arthur’s journey is remarkable.” – Theatreview

“Hurst & Ward-Lealand are masterful in their depiction of the complexities of life and the joys and sorrows it brings.” – Andrew Whiteside

“In Other Words is a masterpiece.” – Broadway World NZ

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Cast: Jennifer Te Atamira Ward-Lealand & Michael Hurst
Directed by: Michael Hurst, Jennifer Ward-Lealand & Callum Brodie
Written by: Matthew Seager
Produced by: Callum Brodie
Company: Figment Productions