Events

The PumpHouse: Heracles - Of Men & Beasts

April 24th, 2026 - April 25th, 2026

Acclaimed Kiwi theatre company’s Auckland premiere of this powerful, original work shedding new light on untouched aspects of one of mythology’s greatest figures: his struggle with his darker self and his fraught relationship with Hera, Queen of the Gods. Four characters explore a timeless question. Who are we when no one is watching: hero, man, beast, or god? Greek folklore blended with 1940s Hollywood aesthetic through a highly innovative live-looping musical landscape where one musician creates the sound of a full band. Cast album featuring 10 original songs is on all main streaming platforms.

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The Big Bike Film Night

April 29th, 2026

The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of moving bike films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee! These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all- inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables. So...listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, grab your tickets, GO ON… grab your bike and come along for the ride!! Dates/times: Wednesday 29th April 1:15pm, 4:15pm, 5:45pm, 6:15pm, 6:45pm, 7:15pm | 2.5 hours runtime Takapuna Beachside Cinema, 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna (BIKE VALET/ PARKING AVAILABLE) For more info and to buy tickets visit www.bigbikefilmnight.nz (limited door sales)

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The PumpHoues: The Glass Menagerie

April 29th, 2026 - May 3rd, 2026

The Glass Menagerie is an intimate and quietly devastating portrait of a family living with hope, frustration, and unspoken longing. Tom looks back on life with his fragile sister Laura and his fiercely determined mother, Amanda. As memory softens and distorts the past, moments of tenderness sit alongside regret and disappointment, creating a world that feels deeply personal while still being instantly recognisable. A landmark work of twentieth-century theatre, The Glass Menagerie established Tennessee Williams as one of the great voices of twentieth-century theatre. It won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play and marked the beginning of an extraordinary career that would go on to shape modern drama. Frequently cited as one of the most important American plays ever written, The Glass Menagerie is studied, revived, and reinterpreted not because it is a classic, but because it continues to speak with honesty and compassion about ordinary lives under quiet strain.

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Bruce Mason Centre: The Pink Floyd Experience

April 30th, 2026 - May 2nd, 2026

Coming May 2026 — an unforgettable return of one of rock’s greatest masterpieces. After nearly three decades of captivating audiences, The Pink Floyd Experience proudly brings back the legendary production of The Wall — an epic live reimagining of Pink Floyd’s most powerful concept album. This breath taking tour recreates the spectacle of the original — complete with the monumental construction and dramatic destruction of The Wall itself. It’s not just a concert; it’s an immersive journey through sound, light, and emotion — from isolation to transcendence. Led by the commanding vocals of Stan Gratkowski and the seasoned musicians who have shaped this act for 28 years, this show captures the magic, precision, and raw feeling that defined Pink Floyd’s legacy. You’ve heard the songs. You’ve seen the tributes. But have you felt it — the pulse of the music, the surge of the light, the goosebumps as the first notes hit? This tour promises all that — and more: A full-scale visual and sonic experience A monumental wall built and torn down live on stage Floydian perfection — from In the Flesh to The Trial And to open the evening, enjoy a first set of Floydian classics Prepare to be immersed, moved, and utterly blown away.

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Takapuna Filipino Festival 2026

May 2nd, 2026

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Takapuna Filipino Festival is back for it's third year! 🥳💃🏼 You're invited to celebrate the vibrant and colourful culture of the Philippines with us at Waiwharariki Anzac Square on the 2nd of May (Saturday) from 10am to 4pm. The event is free and open to everyone and will have a Flores de Mayo (Flowers of May) theme -- we will have an outdoor market with food and non-food merchants as well as music and cultural performances. WHEN: Saturday 02 May TIME: 10am - 4pm WHERE: Waiwharariki Anzac Square For more information, visit the event page: www.facebook.com/events/1435924261319165 For all event details and contacts, follow @batangpinoynz on Facebook!

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Bruce Mason Centre: Legally Blonde

May 5th, 2026 - May 6th, 2026

Omigod you guys! Sorority sweetheart Elle Woods has everything she could ever dream of. But when a sudden breakup turns her life upside down, Elle follows her ex to Harvard Law School determined to show everyone that she’s more than just a blonde socialite. With her head held high, and her heels even higher, Elle's journey of self discovery proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Don't miss this hilarious and heart-warming show when it hits the Bruce Mason Centre stage in May 2026! 

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The PumpHouse: The Vegas Horror Show

May 8th, 2026

Andre Vegas, New Zealand’s premier illusionist, as seen on NZ’s Got Talent and known internationally as The Kiwi Horror Illusionist, is bringing his Horror comedy show back to The PumpHouse Theatre for one night only! Expect the unexpected with a mix of magic, comedy, audience participation, spectacular illusions, and circus. Dress up and join the madness!

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Bruce Mason Centre: International Comedy Allstars at The BMC

May 9th, 2026

Always a 'Shore-thing' celebrating many of the world class comedians headlining at this years Comedyfest in Auckland. 6 International & local stars packed in to a 2 hour show / 1 night only - Sat 9 May. Who's Who in 2026 ... Catch the New Zealand debut of EMMANUEL SONUBI from England, one of the hottest tickets on the world tour right now, along with fellow Brit's ED NIGHT and DANNY WARD who will also be making their first apearance at the BMC before headlining at The Classic the following week. And we welcome the return of 2 Fest Favourites, PHIL NICHOL (Scotland) and JIMMY McGHIE (England) who bring years of experience and big laughs to the Shore. And local hero, PAUL EGO will be flying the flag for New Zealand Early booking is recommended for the best seats. Great group discounts for friends, workmates or the social network.

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Bruce Msaon Centre: Rock Tenors

May 15th, 2026

Get ready, New Zealand—Rock Tenors are back with a brand new, anthem loaded rock experience - a nationwide eruption of power, nostalgia and 'ROCK'manship . The Anthems Reloaded Tour is a full-throttle celebration of the greatest rock hits of all time, delivered with theatrical firepower and vocal brilliance by five of Aotearoa’s finest. Backed by a live, hard-hitting rock band, this is not just a concert—it’s a full-scale theatrical rock experience. Soaring harmonies, epic guitar solos, and anthems that defined generations, all reimagined with dramatic vocal flair and explosive energy. Touring 23 iconic venues nationwide, the Anthems Reloaded Tour is set to ignite your city and pay homage to the worlds greatest rock anthems from artists such as Queen, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, White Snake, KISS, TOTO, Guns'N'Roses, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Animals, U2, Radiohead and many more. Whether you're a die-hard rocker or a first-time Tenors fan, this is your chance to witness the ultimate fusion of vocal mastery and rock spectacle. ANTHEMS WILL RISE. CROWDS WILL ROAR. THE ROCK TENORS ARE RELOADED.

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