Goodnight Mister Tom
      PAPAKURA THEATRE COMPANY presentsGoodnight Mister Tom

      Goodnight Mister Tom

      Directed by Emma Love

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      Update on Goodnight Mister Tom Performance Dates - PTC have had to navigate some changes behind the scenes, and to make sure everything is just right, the season dates for Goodnight Mister Tom are now a week later than previously stated. New Dates: 25th October – 8th November

      If you’ve already booked, don’t worry — your ticket has been transferred to the new date (same day a week later). If you need to attend a different date please contact iTICKET directly to make this exchange.

      email support@iticket.co.nz
      phone (09) 361-1000

      We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

      Thank you for your support and understanding as we bring this beautiful story to life. We can’t wait to share it with you!

      Where

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      Off Broadway Theatre

      41 Elliot St, Papakura

      Papakura, New Zealand

      When

      Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Sat 8 Nov 2025

      Running Time

      2 hours 20 minutes

      Interval

      20 minutes

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      “Goodnight Mister Tom” tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a young, abused evacuee named William Beech and a reclusive, elderly widower named Tom Oakley, set against the backdrop of World War II. Initially, Tom is reluctant to take on the boy, but their bond grows as Tom nurtures William’s physical and emotional well-being, helping him overcome past trauma and discover his talents. The story explores themes of resilience, healing, and the power of human connection, ultimately showing how love can transform lives.

      Written by Michelle Magorian, Goodnight Mister Tom, won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Entertainment

      WARNING: contains material that some audience members may find distressing. Although presented with care and sensitivity, this production includes themes of child abuse/neglect, wartime separation and loss, and depictions of grief and death. Strobe lighting is used in this production.

      Parental guidance is strongly recommended, and the production is considered most appropriate for audiences aged 12 years and over.

      Access: Off Broadway Theatre offers easy access from street level, with all seats having a good view of the stage via tiered seating from Row B upwards.
      Wheelchairs: 2 dedicated wheelchair spaces plus adjoining companion seats. Please ring iTICKET on 09 361 1000 to book these seats. iTICKET’s standard phone booking fee will be waived for these orders.
      Licensed Bar: Opens 45 minutes prior to start of performance. 
      Theatre Ticket Sales: From 20 September book in person at Off Broadway Theatre, 41d Elliot Street (next to Caltex), every Wednesday and Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm.