The most famous couple in New Zealand's acting scene have been entertaining Kiwi audiences on the screen and the stage for 40 years - and now they're set to do their first two-person show.

Michael Hurst and Jennifer Ward-Lealand have appeared in 22 different shows together, but In Other Words promises to showcase the pair's skillset as they play a married couple impacted by Alzheimer's.

The pair claim the play will take viewers to a lot of places - and show them a story full of love and heart and music and connection.

In Other Words will be performed at Auckland's Q Theatre from September 3-15.

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