Bruce Hopkins - Celebrant & MC

01/06/2026

I was invited to play a role in a short film inspired by the passion of fans of . I have shed a tear each time I have read the script

18/05/2026

Always a pleasure to usher people into their marriages, play a role that finds the balance allowing the focus to be on the couple.

18/05/2026

As a celebrant of many years I have had such a privilege to share in the moments of joy that so many couples experience when they finally find themselves in the moment

21/03/2026

Black Seeds at Synthony, they were preceded by. Shapeshifter, plus couple of spells up at dance stage. Night ends with a group that I heard thanks to way back, so they were the final straw, attending was decided upon. Damn glad I did

14/03/2026

12/03/2026

Here is a link for donation to help ensure our kids & adults know how to be safe around the ocean, swimming pools etc where too many of them drown each year.If my attempt to turn a back somersault into a Manu goes as badly as it may well, I may drown myself!Come down to the Viaduct for the finals of the this Saturday https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/manu-for-water-safety

31/12/2025

Following a cancellation of my original ferry journey to due to adverse weather & sea conditions my rebooked journey is underway. Had some time before departure so checked out the project happening outside in . Real cool description of the pavement art representative of scholls of fish & the binding/lashings that held the waka together, loved it, then we set sail & it is a bouncy ride out in the , as a former commercial crayfisherman, with my dad way back I love the force of nature that tangaroa can display.
May the end of 2025 & the start of 2026 be to your liking, arohanui to all

07/04/2025

Wow, just saw this notice in The Big Idea. My tenure as an actor is wholly thanks to Raymond. I had just left Limbs Dance Company as I was about to become a dad. Raymond asked me to join the cast for the Mercury Theatres' production of West Side Story primarily for my dancing as Diesel in the Jets gang. Following that sell out season Raymond offered me a contract as a fulltime actor at the Mercury. So for 2 yrs I got to learn from his passion & insight. Thanks mate, there were some pretty outrageous laughs & tears on what was at times a wild journey. Moe mai rā e hoa

The impact of the influential performing arts powerhouse has seen some of New Zealand's leading acting names share their gratitude for his talents following his passing.

03/03/2025

Finally following through & looking to share some of the wonderful weddings I have had the real privilege of being the celebrant for. This was for my wonderful friends Tyler & Slavs marriage. we have numerous family connections & it is always such a joy to be a part of such celebrations