June 19th, 2025 - June 22nd, 2025
Everyone's favourite little red-head comes to the Bruce Mason Centre this June! With equal amounts of pluck and positivity, Annie has won the hearts of audiences around the globe for nearly 50 years. Featuring a Tony Award winning score of songs such as "Easy Street", "You’re Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile", "It’s The Hard Knock Life" and "Tomorrow", this timeless story of an unfailingly optimistic 11 year old girl, and her dog Sandy, is perfect for all ages. Hot off the heels of the extremely successful season of Matilda, Encore Theatre Collective's reputation for excellence in theatre has attracted a cast of nearly 150 of the finest young talent from around the North Island. With dazzling costumes, stunning choreography, and a delightful canine companion, Annie is the family event of 2025 that you will not want to miss! Don’t wait until tomorrow – book your tickets today!
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June 21st, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
I Love Takapuna and Sunshine Events are excited to bring back the Takapuna Matariki Market! Join with us to celebrate the newest entry to the annual public holiday calendar, Matariki. This market will feature a boutique, curated offering of market stalls from food to goods and products, all with a distinct Kiwi and Matariki theme. Enjoy some wonderful music and some performances while you browse the market stalls, and take part in some of the free workshops throughout the day - learn about and paint the nine stars of Matariki, create your own Matariki star, and so much more! Make a day of it, and enjoy some brunch, lunch or an early afternoon snack from one of the amazing local eateries in Takapuna while you're here - check out the directory on the I Love Takapuna website for a full list of places to eat and drink! Whilst Matariki traditionally serves as an indication of the Maori New Year, it represents so much more. You may not know this but the Nine Stars all signify something unique and special – symbolizing so much more than just a celestial body. Come celebrate our Taonga with a fun-filled day out suitable for all the whanau. Keep an eye out on our social media threads for times of our performances and workshops scheduled throughout the day. Please send all vendor enquiries to: sunshineeventsnz@gmail.com Waiwharariki Anzac Square & Hurstmere Green 38 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Saturday 21 June 10am – 3pm
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June 23rd, 2025
This Morning Melodies favourite returns for 2025 with a concert of toe-tapping, popular music by an eclectic band of masters of brass instruments with an average playing experience of forty-four years. Formed in 1948, Kumeu Vintage Brass comprises 40+ of some of New Zealand’s finest players who have played for many brass bands in New Zealand and overseas. Kumeu Vintage Brass believe that like a vintage wine, they improve with age. Their melodious tones have attracted the attention of Auckland and National brass critics. This is not a show you should miss! This performance is part of the Auckland Live Morning Melodies 2025 season. In its 24th 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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June 28th, 2025 - June 29th, 2025
Get ready for a spectacular show of unforgettable music, tradition, and pure celebration at the Auckland Symphony Orchestra’s 2025 Last Night of the Proms - Best of British! From traditional Proms fare to vibrant Pop classics, along with plenty of fan favourite singalongs, this year’s programme offers a diverse and exhilarating musical journey to all corners of the British Isles, along with a Kiwi twist. With a cast of over 100 performers onstage, and led by conductor Emma Featherstone, the Auckland Symphony Orchestra will be joined by acclaimed vocal soloist and recording artist Will Martin, the sonorous tones of Harbour Voices, the stirring sounds of The City of Sails Pipe Band, and the dazzling Auckland Regional Highland Dance Company. Whether you're a long-time Proms fan or a first-timer, Last Night of the Proms - Best of British! promises a thrilling night of fun and festivity, complete with balloons, streamers, flags, as well as prizes for ‘best dressed’ attendees. This is the ultimate musical celebration of the year - don't miss out on the revelry! Get your tickets now and join us for a show you’ll never forget!
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July 5th, 2025 - July 6th, 2025
Get ready for the ultimate musical theatre experience! One of the best-loved musicals of all time, Lionel Bart’s award-winning masterpiece, Oliver! arrives at the Bruce Mason Centre this July, for a strictly limited season. Oliver! has captivated audiences since 1960 with it's sensational score, including "Food Glorious Food", "Consider Yourself", "You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two", "I’d Do Anything", "Oom Pah Pah", "As Long As He Needs Me", and many more. Based on Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist, this Victorian-era tale follows the journey of an orphan boy, Oliver, as he navigates the harsh realities of poverty, crime, and ultimately, finds his long-lost family. With its rich storyline, memorable characters, and catchy musical numbers, Oliver! is a timeless classic that will delight audiences of all ages. Don't miss this vibrant and energetic production, showcasing the exceptional talents of Auckland Performing Arts Academy's students! Gather the whole family and create lifelong memories together as you experience the enchantment of live theatre that will have you humming the iconic songs long after the final curtain falls!
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July 9th, 2025 - July 13th, 2025
Based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood ... After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End & Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to Aotearoa for the first time since 2016! “this whimsical, imaginative show is pitched at just the right level for three to seven-year-olds, as well as the big ones they have brought along with them...” - The Scotsman Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? “funny, charming and smart… brings the house down” – Sydney Morning Herald "Exudes charm, fun and a winning simplicity" - Dominion Post Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. “Beg, borrow or steal tickets. Your kids will love you for it” – Stage Whispers
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July 12th, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Introducing: the Takapuna Noodle Festival! Join us for a mouthwatering celebration of noodles from across the globe! From hand-pulled ramen to spicy stir-fried classics, this one-day festival is your chance to slurp your way through some of the best noodle dishes Auckland has to offer - all in the heart of Takapuna. WHEN: Saturday 12 July, 2025 TIME: 10am to 3pm WHERE: Waiwharariki Anzac Square, 38 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna Keep up with all event details and updates on the Facebook event page: www.facebook.com/events/1252691543089281 Brought to you by Chow Luck Club Foodie Market and proudly supported by I Love Takapuna Stallholder enquires please email: bee@chowluckclub.com to register your interest. Stall applications close on June 20, 2025.
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July 19th, 2025
3:00 pm
Community Classics North: Beyond the Stars 3.00pm, 19 July Bruce Mason Centre Journey through stellar music by superstar composers and performers with Community Classics: Beyond the Stars — a sparkling concert series hosted by charismatic performer Nick Hall (who you may also know as the drag queen Anita Wigl'it) in South, North and Central venues across Tāmaki Makaurau. These concerts offer an uplifting and relaxed hour of music for everyone, featuring such masterpieces as Debussy’s Clair de lune, Richard Strauss’ thrilling Also sprach Zarathustra (featured in Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey), and Mozart’s playful Cosi Fan Tutte Overture. The programme weaves together beloved classics with fresh sounds from Aotearoa, including Salina Fisher’s Galaxy, inspired by stargazing over Akoranga Harbour. The concert also premieres when you and I collide, a vibrant new piece by Kiwi composer Lucy Mulgan. The work features a medley of iconic New Zealand pop anthems by Bic Runga, Dragon, and Fat Freddy’s Drop, given an orchestral twist and brought to life by powerhouse vocalists Jessie Cassin and Rutene Spooner. Tickets: Free for under 18s, $10 for adults With thanks Davis Funeral Care, Auckland Live and NZCT
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July 20th, 2025
Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up-and-coming comic,” Normand is quickly becoming one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene. Normand’s latest one-hour Netflix special, Soup To Nuts, has been a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten since its premiere. This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s Out to Lunch which amassed over 12 million views on YouTube. He also starred on Netflix’s season 3 of The Stand Ups. An extremely prolific stand-up, he previously had both a one-hour and a half-hour Comedy Central special and has made an unparalleled seven appearances on Conan, four appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and has also appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Mark is a frequent guest on The Joe Rogan Experience, and hosts his own podcasts Tuesdays with Stories and We Might Be Drunk.
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