Children’s theatre pioneer Tim Bray dies aged 61

Monday 7 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 7 Jul 2025, 4:10pm

New Zealand children’s theatre pioneer Tim Bray has died at age 61 following a battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Bray, who founded the Tim Bray Theatre Company, passed away on Saturday.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 7 Jul 2025, 2:49pm

   Children’s theatre pioneer Tim Bray dies at 61 after cancer battle (opens in new tab)

2. StuffMon 7 Jul 2025, 4:10pm

   Kiwi theatre legend Tim Bray dies (opens in new tab)