STAND CLEAR…. Nurse Blake is coming to New Zealand with his brand-new show Shock Advised! Bring out your friends, family and co-workers for an epic night as Nurse Blake shares new stories with a comedic twist of the ins and outs of being a nurse. Healthcare workers are going to pack the theatres so it’s sure to be the safest place and most fun to be. And bring an AED because this is going to get wild.
Read MoreTe Uru is proud to announce the finalists of the highly anticipated Portage Ceramic Awards 2023, a prestigious annual event dedicated to showcasing the vibrant world of contemporary ceramics in Aotearoa. This year's 46 finalists will have their remarkable works on display at Te Uru, Titirangi from 24 November 2023 – 3 March 2024, offering a unique and fascinating insight into the rich diversity of contemporary ceramic practices.
Read MoreDirector/performer power pair and winners of the 2022 Bruce Mason Playwriting Award, Eleanor Bishop and Karin McCracken (of Body Double, Jane Doe and Yes Yes Yes collaborations) are back for another theatre show that reveals and intimately unfolds a crucial aspect of the human psyche in Heartbreak Hotel, on 28 November – 2 December at Q Theatre.
Read MoreAward-winning ceramic artist John Parker has been confirmed as the judge of this year’s Portage Ceramic Awards, Aotearoa’s best-known survey of contemporary ceramic activity. Parker will select the finalists in October and present the awards for this prestigious event on 23 November, organised and hosted each year by Te Uru Waitākere Contemporary Gallery in Titirangi.
Read MoreCharitable organisation BirdCare Aotearoa needs to raise $200,000 to ensure it keeps its doors open in what is shaping up to be a busy spring season, with an expected 2000 baby birds to be admitted for treatment between October and March.
Read MoreTo close out a highly successful 2023 programme, New Zealand's leading chamber choir and orchestra Bach Musica NZ will ring in the holiday season with joyous cheer at the Auckland Town Hall on Sunday 10 December.
Read MoreIt’s hard to talk about. But evidence* indicates that disabled children are most at risk of sexual harm here in Aotearoa, and with a lack of specialist support or resources, whānau need to feel better equipped to keep their children safe.
Read MoreAuckland Theatre Company have announced eight plays in their 2024 Season, presenting a line-up of shows across the whole year that feature star-studded creatives and high flying collabs, alongside striking international works.
Read MoreThe international Guinness World Record-holding bubble-artist is returning with The Bubble Show, his popular family-friendly extravaganza, touring to nine centres throughout New Zealand this summer from 19 November. The Highland Joker has delighted crowds worldwide, and is currently touring across the UK and beyond with his multi award-winning performance.
Read MoreThe 29th Nelson Arts Festival is almost here, in full force from 19 – 29 October, with a packed programme which boasts more than 50 events. With 27 events across Labour Weekend (Friday 20 – Monday 23 October), the vibrant city of Whakatū will come alive with a spectacular programme of free or Pay What You Can music, comedy, literary talks, exhibitions and more.
Read MoreThe award-winning NZTrio present the final performances in their dynamic 2023 programme with Homeland 3: Dumky, heading to seven venues across Nelson, Auckland, Gisborne, Wellington and Whangārei this November.
Read MoreAotearoa’s largest South-Asian theatre company Prayas Theatre takes on their most ambitious and exciting project to date, a contemporary staging of the masterpiece that is The Clay Cart (or Mricchakatika*). Adapted by Auckland-based playwright Shekinah Jacob from the original 5th Century CE script, The Clay Cart will have its Auckland premiere on 30 November – 8 December at TAPAC.
Read MoreOn Saturday night, emerging comedians from all over Aotearoa competed for the chance to become one of the Billy T Award nominees in the 2024 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo.
Read MoreBirdCare Aotearoa wild bird hospital risks closure in 2024 without additional financial support. The rehabilitation centre is the largest in NZ by admissions, caring for over 6,000 rescued wild birds every year, including many endangered species, and hundreds of orphaned baby birds.
Read MoreLaughs on Tour presents Saturday Laughs, a two-hour comedy showcase of some top Kiwi talent, right in the heart of the Greymouth! The line-up of hilarious comedy stars is taking over the Regent Theatre on Saturday 11th November.
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