Crafting Exceptional Performers Since 2020.
Wright Rohde Academy of Performing Arts (WRAPA) is a safe space to be brave, learn and excel in the arts
“Wright Rohde, Natalie and Elise, have been instrumental in James' development in drama, theatre and singing. Their professional and supportive approach has enabled his skills to grow faster than we could have imagined. He is confident to try out for things that he might not get, because that is ok. The opportunities that have opened up to him have been as a direct result of the training and support he has been provided.” - Claire Paki
Our passion is our students and helping them achieve their goals.
“Wright Rohde has transformed and enhanced the theatre and performance culture for youth in Tauranga. For the first time, there are opportunities throughout the calendar year for youth to be involved in shows, attend regular workshops, and even camps - all in addition to receiving weekly tuition in speech and drama, singing and musical theatre. They aim to improve techniques and skills in each genre and, most importantly, they empower young people to have confidence in their own abilities… all while building a 'whanau' of genuine friendships. Deterred by no obstacles, the Wright Rohde team continually surprise us in the projects they choose to take on and successfully achieve!" - Jo West
Awards & Recognitions
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2025
National Speech & Drama Winner - Aadit Tandon
National Musical Theatre award 3rd - Aadit Tandon
National Nominees
Speech & Drama: Jacob West, Mitchell Preston, Connor Rowan, Koen McKenzie, Alec VB, Elliot Watts, Maia St Clair, Amelia Muller, Tiana Guy
Musical Theatre: Jacob West, Mitchell Preston, Koen McKenzie, Alec VB, Elliot Watts, Gracie Kennedy, Indie-Rose Dwyer-Vianello, Hannah Gourlay
2023
National Speech & Drama Winner - Hugo Corin
National Speech & Drama 3rd Place - Grace Gibson
National Nominees Speech & Drama - Jacob West & Amy van Leeuwen
National Nominees Musical Theatre - Amy van Leeuwen, Hugo Corin, Aadit Tandon ,Jacob West & Finn Elliot-Lowe
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2025
NSSP Direct Entry Overall Winner - Hannah Gourlay
National Young Shakespeare Company - Hannah Gourlay
2024
NSSP Direct Entry Overall Winner - Aadit Tandon
National Young Shakespeare Company - Aadit Tandon
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Over 100 students sat Trinity College London exams in both Speech & Drama and Musical Theatre in 2024 & 2025
We can proudly report a 100% pass rate of Merit or above across both art forms from