43 Years of entertaining the Kāpiti coast.
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Coasters Musical Theatre is a vibrant team of creatives, passionate about crafting unforgettable theatrical experiences on the Kāpiti Coast.
We’re a community-driven organisation, dedicated to nurturing local talent and showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage. With a focus on innovative storytelling, stunning production values, and a dash of coastal charm, we bring people together to laugh, cry, and be inspired.
Join us for a theatrical adventure that will leave you feeling connected, uplifted, and proud to call the Kāpiti Coast home.
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Our Theatre in Numbers
43+ Years
Coasters Musical Theatre has been entertaining the Kāpiti coast community for over 43 years. That's a long time of bringing people together through music, dance, and drama!
120+ Shows
We have staged an impressive 120+ productions over the years, ranging from classic musicals like "The Sound of Music" to modern hits like "Les Misérables". That's approximately 2-3 productions per year!
6,000 People
At Coasters, we have a strong focus on community involvement. With an average of 150-200 members participating in productions each year, that's well over 6,000 people since we first opened our doors!
100% Volunteer
As a non-profit organisation, Coasters relies on fundraising efforts to support our productions. Our community-driven mission continues all thanks to our events, sponsorships, grants and our generous supporters.
Our Board
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Jessica Clough
President
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Ben Wakefield
Vice-President
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Petra Rasumussen
Treasurer
Nikki Carroll
Secretary
Lesley O'Hara
MTNZ Merit Award Winner
Joanne Sharp
Maurice Piper
Ingrid Corby
Charlotte Kerrigan
Kathryn Siversen
Erika Siversen
All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players.
William Shakespeare