Youth theatre spreading

Kaikohe actor Willi Henley, who runs a successful youth theatre group under the umbrella of the Kerikeri Theatre Company, is looking to start similar groups for youngsters aged 5 to 18 in Kaikohe, Kawakawa/Moerewa and Kaitaia, to build youth confidence and talent.

Willi, who has been involved in the performing arts since he ran away with the circus in 1989, attended the New Zealand Drama School in 1995 and toured the country for three years with Te Rakau Theatre Company. More recently he has been helping stage shows at Kerikeri’s Turner Centre such as Peter Pan, Oliver Twist and last year’s Bugsy Malone.

Anyone who would like to get involved is welcome to contact him by emailing stellasdad@gmail.com or phoning (027) 974-9246.