G&T Productions.
Presenting unique, inspirational and successful events with passion, flair and creative excellence.
G&T Productions bring the best of international theatre to New Zealand. We create, develop, and deliver acclaimed performances for New Zealand, for companies, and for the world. With each new venture, our team looks to engage audiences, delivering iconic shows with creativity and flair.
Established in 2004, G&T Productions (previously known as Amici) encompass a great depth of experience, knowledge and skill, with commitment to quality and service; delivering high production values to all our ventures, with proven success.
G&T Productions is a company you can trust to develop, support and deliver on all facets of theatrical presentation and event management requirements - artistic, technical, marketing, production and business management.
Our mission & values.
To consistently present unique, inspirational and successful events with passion, flair and creative excellence.
Passion & Flair.
We believe that the passion and dedication of our people to work within the entertainment industry is critical to our success. We encourage, recognise and reward the proactive contribution of ideas and effort. We promote a culture of teamwork, fun and flexibility and a passion for presenting the very best product with flair and a creative edge.
Creative Excellence.
We strive for excellence in everything we do and pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail. We continually seek to be at the forefront of international theatrical and event production producers and strongly believe in continuous learning and improvement, actively seeking feedback from our clients and suppliers.
Customer Service.
We strive to exceed expectations and deliver excellent customer service to establish and maintain strong relationships with our partners, industry clients and suppliers.
We consistently aim to provide our theatrical and corporate audiences with unique, quality entertainment.
Advancement
of Talent.
We are dedicated to the support and development of New Zealand theatrical talent, providing a source of inspiration, hands-on experience, and actively promoting the advancement of future performers, musicians and technical people.
A percentage of company profit is distributed annually to societies and trusts that promote the advancement of New Zealand theatrical talent.
Our Commitment
to Heath and Safety.
Our Health and Safety manual helps us commit to making our workplace safe and healthy.
Softly, deftly, music shall caress you. Hear it, feel it, Secretly possess you.
— Phantom of the Opera
Expertise
The G&T Productions founders and Board of Directors, have each attained high levels of expertise, peer recognition, and industry awards in their specialised fields. Collectively they have over one hundred theatrical credits and seventy years involved in all facets of theatre and event production.
Management team.
David has had a long association with the theatre, and has worked for a number of societies and companies in NZ and overseas.
Shows directed include The Producers, Slice of Saturday Night, Blood Brothers, Chicago, Return to the Forbidden Planet, and Little Shop of Horrors and Miss Saigon. David has considerable performing experience as well, taking leads in Oliver, Cabaret, Godspell, Guys and Dolls and Me and My Girl and Hairspray, as well as a in a host of comedies.
Throughout his theatrical career David has been involved in most of the disciplines, as well as running courses on Directing Musicals, and acting as a consultant to new directors. David has also worked professionally in NZ and the UK in lighting and sound as well as performance, choreography and direction.
In “the day time” David has held senior management roles with large international retailers, and acts as a coach and mentor to a number of retail professionals. David serves on the advisory board for NZ’s Retail Service IQ, is an Associate Fellow of the NZIM, and a regular guest speaker at Auckland Universities MBA program.
Grant Meese is the man behind your production - The driving force to achieve 100% commitment from cast and crew, he will successfully transform any stage. He is directly responsible for the day to day operations of the production company, working behind the scenes to book venues, human resources and establish communications and protocols with suppliers and contractors.
Grant's skills encompass operational management and creatively directing the artistry of Amici from direction to design. Grant has been closely involved within New Zealand's musical arena for over 35 years. His stage skills extend across the full spectrum as performer, to choreographer to director. As an avid supporter of the arts, Grant holds high creative and production values in all his work, ensuring top quality theatre and events are produced for all to enjoy. His primary role as a foundation member is to continue to promote and expand New Zealand's talent through G&T Productions. Grant's focus and direction bring top quality entertainment to New Zealand now and in the future.
Directorial credits include: Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia, Anything Goes, 42nd Street and Cats at the Civic Theatre, New Zealand's Premier Theatre. At Wellington's Opera House and St James; Miss Saigon, Sound of Music, Phantom of the Opera and Cats. Other productions include Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, Grease, Company, Chess, Crazy for You, Aspects of Love, Brassed Off, Seussical the Musical, Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
From researching opportunities within the Performing Arts and to make them a reality is the experience Terry brings to the Management team. Leading from a successful corporate career Terry is able to bring the same skill sets to G&T Productions to seek out opportunities and collaborate with other stakeholders to deliver financially sustainable events. A key focus is to ensure that the vital marketing, publicity and sponsorship efforts are being coordinated efficiently and effectively. With his philanthropic nature Terry works with a number of Non-Profit organisations throughout New Zealand to promote the performing arts.
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“The musical is the one area of the theatre that can give you the biggest buzz of all.”
- Cameron Mackintosh