Proudly Asian Theatre

Proudly Asian Theatre delivers contemporary performance works, driven by Asian artists in Aotearoa.

Our works are heart-fuelled and stereotype-shattering, with collaboration, innovation and whānau at the fore of their creation.

"They leave other theatre companies in the dust when it comes to how they service the needs of the Asian community here in Aotearoa, in a way that is meaningful and truly authentic.” - Stuff

“A coming-of-age for Asian theatre." - NZ Herald

"...adventurous and wild, sexy, smart, and not putting up with your shit." - Theatreview

Thank you for coming to the incredible premiere of Genuine and Stable by Uhyoung Choi!

By ex-immigration lawyer Uhyoung Choi and helmed by first time director Marianne Infante, the 2025 premiere closed with rave reviews.

Genuine and Stable follows a young couple’s love story from awkward beginnings to a shared life as it comes under the microscope of New Zealand’s immigration system. As two immigration officers pick apart the case, not all is as it seems.

After two developments with PAT, we couldn’t be prouder to have delivered this premiere in the bold fashion it deserved.

"Genuine and Stable is smart, moving, inventive, and full of heart." - Dalaine Krige, Business Desk

“Several years in the making, this is a polished and honed script perfectly executed with flair…It should be seen by all New Zealanders – there’s a truth to be recognized, respected and heard.” - Glenda Pearce, Broadway World

If you saw the show and would like to help us learn more, please fill out this 5 minute survey . Thank you for your support!

A homecoming for PAT to the Herald Theatre, we are grateful to the Auckland Live team, Foundation North, Satellites and Creative New Zealand.

10 years of PAT in 1.5minutes!

Take a look at our mahi over the last 10 years in this retrospective video by PAT veteran videographer John Rata - here’s to the next 10!

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