Otago, Southland	Erica Ward Theatre New Zealand Executive This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Erica Ward, a resident of Dunedin, currently serves as the Head of Drama and Dance at Trinity Catholic College. Her role allows her to channel her passion for the performing arts into nurturing creativity and expression among her students, helping them develop their talents to their fullest potential. Erica finds teaching to be an immensely rewarding career, enabling her to make a significant impact on students' lives and support their growth both academically and personally.

Throughout her tenure at Trinity Catholic College, Erica has directed numerous school musicals, including Grease, Annie, Seussical, and The Addams Family. She also writes and directs the school's annual Christmas pantomime, adding a touch of festive magic each year. Her other extracurricular teams have achieved success at the national level in both Hip Hop and Sheilah Winn Shakespeare.

These experiences have enriched both Erica's life and the lives of her students, making each performance and competition a cherished milestone. She is excited about the opportunity to bring her passion and skills to Theatre New Zealand and contribute to the continued success of the organisation.

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Theatre New Zealand regional Festival Dates

TheatreFest Local, South Canterbury Drama League Timaru, 17 August
TheatreFest Local, Trinity Catholic Dunedin, 27 July
TheatreFest Regional, The Playhouse, South Canterbury Drama League, Timaru, 24th August

ShowCase, Memorial Theatre Victoria University, Wellington, 14th September

Region 7 - Community Theatre Groups & Shows

Timaru

South Canterbury Drama League - https://dramaleague.org.nz/

Dunedin

Dunedin Repertory Society Inc - https://www.playhousetheatre.co.nz/

Invercargill

Invercargill Repertory Society Inc - https://www.invercargillrepertory.co.nz/