Some of Christchurch\u2019s most recognised musical theatre performers are joining forces for a one night only cabaret to help two talented young brothers represent New Zealand on the world stage.<\/p>\n
All profits from \u2018One Night Only\u2019 will support Barnaby and Franklin Domigan as they prepare to compete at the Hip Hop Unite World Championships in Tauranga later this year.<\/p>\n
The brothers earned their place at the international competition after winning silver in the duos category at the New Zealand Hip Hop Unite Championships. Funds raised will help cover their travel, accommodation, competition entry fees, uniforms and other costs associated with representing New Zealand.<\/p>\n
The intimate cabaret will feature Alyssa Parkinson, Chris Symon, Cole Moffatt, Grant Lowe, Phoebe Finnie, Sarah Kelly and Sophie Harris, alongside Barnaby and Franklin.<\/p>\n
Actor, director and improviser Daniel Pengelly will host the evening with Christchurch drag performer Little Miss Cinnamon.<\/p>\n
The audience can expect iconic musical theatre numbers and other well-known songs performed by artists familiar to audiences through The Court Theatre, Showbiz Christchurch and other local productions.<\/p>\n
Barnaby, 13, and Franklin, 11, are no strangers to the Christchurch stage. The brothers recently shared the demanding lead role of Charlie Bucket in Showbiz Christchurch\u2019s production of \u2018Charlie and the Chocolate Factory\u2019, alongside fellow young performer Shepherd Brooks.<\/p>\n
They have also performed together at The Court Theatre, sharing the roles of John Bechdel in \u2018Fun Home\u2019 and Ainsley in \u2018Appropriate\u2019.<\/p>\n
Their latest hip hop achievement follows earlier success as members of Anna Lee School of Dance junior crew Full Force, which won its national division in 2025 and qualified to represent New Zealand at the World Hip Hop Championships in Prague.<\/p>\n
Maddison Vallance and Bella Mather from the dance school have also won places at the Unite World Champs.<\/p>\n
\u2018One Night Only\u2019 will be staged on Sunday 2 August, 7.30pm, Silhouette Studio Theatre, Christchurch.<\/p>\n