A bold new award-winning play about pleasure, power, and the politics of being heard.
She writes smut. They call her unfit. She calls that Tuesday.
Meet Aroha: Māmā, divorcee, loyal friend and undercover successful ‘cliterature’ author. Aroha writes for her own pleasure—literally. Her erotic fiction has built a loyal online following, but when she dares to advance her “cliterature” into a podcast, the backlash from those closest to her is swift and brutal. As her stories ignite desire in fans and outrage in her family, Aroha must navigate shame, sisterhood, and the fight for her voice—on and off the page.
WET is a fierce, funny, and unflinching exploration of wahine sexuality, creative freedom, and the messy, beautiful contradictions of modern motherhood.
With a cast of unforgettable characters and a story that pulses with heart, this is theatre that isn’t afraid to get a little… sticky.
“Clever & thought provoking… funny & nuanced.”
– Audience member
Originally commissioned by Te Pou Theatre as part of the 2024 Kōanga Festival Playwrights Programme, this work enjoyed a first reading filled with riotous laughter, knowing sighs – and the odd groan – that rippled through the audience. Playwright, Dr Tūī Matelau went on to receive the 2024 ADAM NZ Play Award for Best Play by a Pasifika Playwright for this work.
WET makes its Aotearoa Premiere season with Te Pou Theatre, proudly presented in partnership with Auckland Live and Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival.
Kaitohu | Director
Kaituhi | Writer
Kaitito nekehanga | Choreographer
Musician
Kaiwhakaari | Actor
Kaihoahoa | Designer
Kaitito nekehanga | Choreographer
Stage Manager
All tickets to this event are General Admission and are currently available online.
Please note: seating is a mixture of cabaret tables and row seats. This is on a first in first served basis.
$55 Tīkiti Tautoko (Only ticket type for available for Opening Night)
$33 Tīkiti Ngākau Hihiko (Earlybird ticket) available until 9 November 2025
$38 Pakeke (Adult)
$35 Kaumatua & Hapori
$33 Tauira (Student ticket) / Rōpū (6+)
*Proof of claim is required, please have your ID card ready to present when attending the event.
For Tīkiti Tūru Wīra, select ‘Wheelchair Access’ section when booking online, then select a ticket price from the list presented.
If you need assistance with your booking please contact us at booking@tepoutheatre.nz or via phone on (09) 213 0496 during the hours of 9am – 1pm.
NB: Transfers for tickets will not be permitted
When you arrive at Corban Estate, follow the signs that lead to our whare.
CycleThere is a scenic cycle way that leads to Corban Estate Arts Centre. Lock your bike up in the bike stand available on site.
Bus & trainBus and train links arrive at Henderson Transport Centre, which is within walking distance to our whare. Check the public transport route in your area to plan your trip.
ParkingFollow parking directions as you enter into Corban Estate Arts Centre.
The Te Kōpua foyer, bar, kauta and pae tīkiti will be open 1 hour before show time. 
Our Bar serves a full range of beverages (non alcoholic and alcoholic) and snacks.
Our Kauta will be open for tasty bites before the show including steamed hāngī buns from The Hāngī Master, a vegetarian platter and a selection from ‘I Love Pies’.
🎟️ Our Pae Tīkiti (Box Office) will be open for ticket sales and pick ups.
Note: We no longer accept cash payments but welcome all major cards and paywave.
Wheelchair and walker accessibility
Our whare is accessible to wheelchairs and walkers.
To ensure you have the best visiting experience, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz about your access needs so we can anticipate your visit.
Please note, your walker will need to be stored away during the performance so that it’s not a trip hazard to other patrons. An usher will return your walker to you whenever you need it.
Service animals
Service animals are welcome at our whare. If you’re bringing a service animal to an event, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz before your visit so we can anticipate your arrival.
Blind & Low vision patrons
For this show we are providing pre-show notes in accessible formats for blind and low vision patrons.
We encourage you to share the gift of theatre by passing your ticket onto someone else to enjoy if you have to stay home.
Mature, reccomended for ages 15 years and over.
