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July 25th, 2024 - July 28th, 2024
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Takapuna Winter Lights will keep winter alive for four nights this July. The fully assessable, all-ages outdoor sensory experience is a free event in the heart of Takapuna that will bring communities and families together, with light installations, performances and music and it is on its way to becoming an annual highlight on the Auckland arts and cultural calendar. Takapuna Winter Lights will be held at Takapuna’s new Waiwharariki Anzac Square, 25-28 July 2024 and is proudly brought to you by the Takapuna Beach Business Association, Auckland Council, SILO, AMD, Go Media, Mercury and Barfoot & Thompson. Lights are on from 5-10pm, so dress up warm, pop in for a bite & drink at your favourite restaurants and bars and let your senses guide you through Takapuna Winter Lights 2024. WHEN: 25-28 July 2024 TIME: 5-10pm each night WHERE: Waiwharariki Anzac Square
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July 25th, 2024 - August 4th, 2024
About: Clarissa, the wife of a Foreign Office diplomat, is prone to daydreaming. ‘Supposing I were to come down one morning and find a dead body in the library, what should I do?’ she muses. Clarissa has her chance to find out when she discovers a body in the drawing room of her house in Kent. Agatha Christie’s comedy thriller in three acts delivers a unique blend of suspense and humour in an intricate plot of murder, police, drugs, hidden doorways and secret drawers. Runtime: 2 hours + interval Sponsors: Spider's Web is part of the Takapuna Winter Lights Festival Takapuna Winter Lights Festival remains committed to accessibility, offering free admission to all attendees. Festival-goers can explore the enchanting displays through Waiwharariki Anzac Square, Potters Park and Hurstmere Green at their leisure, with an array of eateries, restaurants, food trucks and beverages available to enhance the experience. Takapuna Winter Lights is made possible by the collaborative efforts of the Takapuna Beach Business Association, Auckland Council, SILO, AMD, Go Media, Barfoot and Thompson, Mercury and our incredible funding partners July 25 – July 28, 2024, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Waiwharariki Anzac Square, Central Takapuna Free (excluding ticketed events)
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July 27th, 2024
We invite you to join us for a night of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we celebrate the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others. From their album debut in 1968 to their last album in 1972, CCR was a juggernaut of phenomenal proportions. No other band has created such an impact in such a short time. The Creedence Clearwater Collective brings to the stage a band that captures the unique CCR sound. You do not want to hear through the grapevine that you missed out on this fun, hit-packed live concert. Join us, a real-life travelling band.
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August 1st, 2024
Following its successful sold-out 50th Anniversary run in the UK & Europe, Tubular Bells in Concert is now heading to New Zealand in August 2024. The Gold Anniversary of Mike Oldfield’s trailblazing magnum-opus will be performed by an expansive live group, featuring and arranged by Mike Oldfield’s long-term collaborator, Robin A Smith. The concert will see Tubular Bells performed in full, along with further Oldfield compositions, including “Moonlight Shadow”, “To France”, “Family Man”, and excerpts from “Ommadawn”. Tubular Bells was the debut studio album by English multi-instrumentalist, composer and songwriter Mike Oldfield conceived in 1971 and finally released in 1973. Oldfield, who was just 17 years old when he started composing the music, recorded and played almost all of the instruments on the album. It gained worldwide acclaim when the opening theme was used for the soundtrack of the horror film, The Exorcist, and the album went on to become the highest selling instrumental album of all time. Robin A Smith has worked with Mike Oldfield for over 25 years, collaborating on Tubular Bells 2 and 3 including live performances at Edinburgh Castle, Horseguards Parade in London, The Millennium Bell in Berlin, and the 2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony. Robin has also worked with diverse artists including Rod Stewart, Goldie, Andrea Bocelli, Enrique, The 2 Cellos, and Luciano Pavarotti. “The show was premiered at the Royal Festival Hall in London in August 2021 to great acclaim as an early celebration of and tribute to Mike - who in my view is one of England’s greatest composers in the last century. Along with the musicians, it’s a real privilege to be performing this extraordinary work. It’s as fresh today as it was when Mike created it in 1971 - and I love having the chance to bring it to new audiences as well as those who, like me, are still captivated by it whenever they hear it. “The wonderful thing about Tubular Bells is that it never seems to age. It takes you on a journey through progressive rock and electronica, blues, folk, jazz and classical and along the way evokes such melodic beauty and drama. We’ve had plenty of tears from the audience and so many wonderful stories of their first experience with Tubular Bells.” Robin A Smith Mike Oldfield will not appear at these performances.
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August 2nd, 2024
Fresh from their recent North American tour in March, iconic OPM band, Parokya Ni Edgar is gearing up for another overseas tour. Dubbed as the ‘Down Under Tour’, the band will be doing a series of shows in Oceania in August 2024. PAROKYA NI EDGAR is a multi-award winning alternative rock band formed in 1993. Originally called, “Comic Relief”, the band is composed of Chito Miranda (lead vocals), Gab Chee Kee (guitars), Darius Semana (guitars), Buwi Meneses (bass) and Dindin Moreno (drums). The band is famous for their original “novelty” hits such as “Mr. Suave”, “Buloy”, “Please Don’t Touch My Birdie”, “Inuman Na”, “Halaga”, “Picha Pie” and “Harana”. Having numerous chart-topping hit songs, biggest-selling albums and multitudes of awards including the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards "Southeast Asia Viewer's Choice Awards" (Harana), Parokya Ni Edgar is undoubtedly one of the biggest bands ever to come out in OPM history. Thus, their legion of loyal fans and media alike dubbed them as the “Pambansang Banda ng Pilipinas” (The National Band of the Philippines). Having successfully toured around the world numerous times since 2002, the Parokya Ni Edgar ‘Down Under Tour,’ is a celebration of the band's 30+ years of existence. The band is the longest-running active pop/rock band in the Philippines, a feat only few bands (like the Apo Hiking Society) have ever achieved. The band promises an extraordinary tour that will feature a career-spanning repertoire of hits and this tour will mark their return to New Zealand since 2016.
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August 3rd, 2024
Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation hits stages across New Zealand, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming storytelling. Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well-known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. A Taste of Ireland merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade. With over 150 5-star Facebook reviews, A Taste of Ireland is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland with a generous helping of more! A show with 100% live singing and dancing that bridges the gap between storytelling, modern Irish dance, tap and contemporary dance to tell a historic story, live on stage.
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August 5th, 2024
This much-loved ensemble are back to delight us with their interpretations of the great jazz and popular standards which are a mixture of swing, Dixieland, show tunes and pop from all eras. The Society Jazzmen, who are Bob (trombone/ vocals), Bert (double bass/ vocals), Owen (drums), Ron (piano), Bruce (sax) and Rick (trumpet), have performed at a variety of stages and places from trains and cruise ships to parades, outdoor festivals, and of course, stage concerts. Their shows are highly interactive as they love to involve their audiences in their performances. The Society Jazzmen are now in their 54th year of playing and entertaining and they are looking forward to carrying on in the same vein as long as possible. Their concerts are guaranteed to have you clapping your hands, stamping your feet, and singing along. This performance is part of the Auckland Live Morning Melodies 2024 season. In its 23rd year, this much-loved monthly concert series features a fantastic line-up of brass bands, jazz ensembles, and more. Arrive early and connect with friends new and old over complimentary tea and biscuits before the show.
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August 10th, 2024
Tyd om saam te kuier in Afrikaans. Met twee legendes in Juanita du Plessis en Kurt Darren en Brendan Peyper. Afrikaans is Lekker toer elke jaar met die beste kunstenaars van Suid Afrika. Hierdie een gaan groot wees. Moontlik gemaak deur Afriforum Wereldwyd. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Time to hang out together in Afrikaans. With two legends in Juanita du Plessis and Kurt Darren and Brendan Peyper. Afrikaans is Lekker tour every year with the best artists from South Africa. This one is going to be big. Made possible by Afriforum Worldwide.
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August 21st, 2024 - August 31st, 2024
Join us on a captivating journey around the campfire in North Shore Gang Show 2024 Under the Stars. Experience the magic of ashes from campfires past, igniting vibrant memories of friendship, adventure, and service. From the laughter of campfire songs to the thrill of international jamborees, each scene evokes a different hue of nostalgia. Discover the heartwarming spirit of scouting and guiding in this enchanting production, perfect for audiences of all ages. Brought to you by Scouts and Guides from across Auckland, this is a slice of good wholesome family fun with some great music. Dance, comedy, and youthful delight brings this all together in a family experience not to be missed. Please join us under the stars.
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