He Kākano: Becoming Jeff Bezos

As part of our development programme to support new work, we spotlight two promising young Māori playwrights with a pair of play readings directed by Jason Te Kare.

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  • Words by Auckland NZ
  • Last updated 06 Nov 2025

Imagine being in rural New Zealand with no contact from the outside world when you are suddenly confronted by global capitalism.

This quirky scene plays out in Becoming Jeff Bezos by actor and playwright Alex Medland (Kāi Tahu).

Alex has been a member of both Auckland Theatre Company’s Youth Company and Writer’s Table, and she currently produces new work with her Edinburgh-based company Half Trick Theatre. Besides her Playmarket award for Becoming Jeff Bezos, she is the winner of the 2025 Adam NZ Play Award — the youngest in its 18-year history — for We’re Gonna Kill Billy.

Location Te wāhi
Q Theatre
City centre
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Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Q Theatre is a 2-minute walk from Aotea Square and a 16-minute walk from Waitematā Train Station. Being on Queen Street, there are many buses that stop right outside the theatre. If driving, you’ll find the closest option at The Civic Car Park.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Skip the queue at Citizen Q by booking a table for some pre-show nibbles and drinks.