The extraordinary colours of 17th and 18th century woodwind instruments have lent Italy’s Ensemble Zefiro a cult following. Founded by Maestri dei legni, Alfredo Bernadini and Alberto Grazzi, this period-instrument ensemble have won numerous awards including the Grand Prix du Disque and Gramophone’s Editor’s Choice award.

Zefiro offer two decadent programmes; the first a banquet of Handel, Fasch, Telemann, Haydn and Mozart, the second dedicated exclusively to Mozart’s abundant, delicious divertimenti.

Light, elegant and unapologetically entertaining, these compositions dazzled 18th century nobility with their easy charms. Zefiro’s unique timbres and brilliant virtuosity is no less beguiling today.

A Reserve Adult  $55.00
A Reserve Senior  $47.00
B Reserve Adult  $30.00
B Reserve Senior  $26.00
Child  $10.00
Family (1 adult + 2 children)  $36.00 (+ $5 p/extra child)
Family (2 adults + 2 children)  $50.00 (+ $5 p/extra child)
Service fees apply

A career-spanning documentary on the Rolling Stones, with concert footage from their “A Bigger Bang” tour directed by the legendary Martin Scorcese.

Director Martin Scorsese filmed The Rolling Stones over a two-day period at the Beacon Theater in New York for this tour documentary. As well as backstage footage of the band as they prepare to go onstage and archive interviews, the film also includes performances from the band’s concert 2006 in New York. Songs featured in the documentary include, `Sympathy for the Devil, Start Me Up and Shine a Light’.

US, 2008, Colour, 122min., Rated M, Dir. Martin Scorsese

NZ vs Australia – Come dressed in black and support the boys

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

The Taranaki Fashion Art Awards is an annual event focused on inspiring creativity within the community – turning fashion in to an art form.

Come along to see the wearable art talent we have in our creative and exciting region!

SATURDAY AWARDS SHOW (SATURDAY 1 SEP)

Adult Stalls $58.00
Adult Circle $45.00

Child Stalls $30.00
Child Circle $25.00
Service fees apply

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

The much-anticipated family event of 2018, Celtic Illusion is the biggest dance and magical illusion sensation that has been taking Australian audiences by storm.

The show for ALL ages cleverly fuses awe-inspiring contemporary Irish Dance with mind-blowing magic and Grand Illusions, and has now returned to Australian stages for a one-night show.

With incredible new choreography, spellbinding magic, heart-racing music and a sensory experience like no other, audiences will be kept on the edge of their seats and left wanting more.

Showcasing a stellar cast of champion and internationally-acclaimed dancers, including performers from both Riverdance and Lord of the Dance, Celtic Illusion offers some of the fastest taps in the world as the dancers’ thunderous rhythm fills the stage in perfect unison. The show is led by Australia’s very own Anthony Street, the first Australian to perform leading roles in Michael Flatley’s widely-acclaimed Lord of the Dance, including the very role that Michael Flatley originally performed himself.

Since its premiere in 2011 the show has performed to sell-out audiences across Australia and New Zealand, with audiences blown away by the combination of scintillating dance and illusion.

Now it is your chance to witness the magic that is Celtic Illusion.

A Reserve Adult $79.90
A Reserve Seniors & Students $74.90
A Reserve Child (4-15yrs) $59.90
A Reserve Family (2A + 2C) $269.60

B Reserve Adult $74.90
B Reserve Seniors & Students $69.90
B Reserve Child (4-15yrs) $54.90
Service fees apply

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

Indians throw crazy parties.

Heard of Diwali? A million lamps floating on a river and fireworks to wake the dead. Heard of Holi? An explosion of colour and joy and massive dry cleaning bills?

Heard about Onam?  It could be the craziest of them all.

Indian Ink continues to bridge cultures and expand boundaries with this utterly disarming new comedy that seats the audience around the dining table and at the kitchen bench in the back room of Krishnan’s Dairy.

Now her son is grown up Mrs Krishnan is thinking of selling the shop. It’s Onam, a time to celebrate life, death and rebirth and Mrs Krishnan now has to throw the party of her life.

This joyous, heart-warming play sold out at its premier and later this year heads to the United States.

“hilarious, touching and rewarding.”  Theatreview

Jacob Rajan and Justin Lewis’ extraordinary series of plays for Indian Ink Theatre Company have received national and international acclaim. This show picks up the story twenty years on from the production that started it all – “Krishnan’s Dairy”.

“ some of the best theatre in the world” NZ Herald

Top Table GA $62.00
Inner Circle GA $58.00
Wallflowers GA $46.00
Cheeky Seats GA $34.00
Party Animals GA $15.00
Service fees apply

SHOW FAQ

Where is the stage?
The whole theatre is set up as the back room of a dairy and the acting takes place all around you.

Will I be asked to perform?
No.  It’s really safe, gentle and fun.

How does the seating work?
The audience are like guests at the party.  You can choose where you like to be (map on Ticketek’s website):

• Right in the heart of the action (Top Table, Inner Circle, Cheeky Seats),
• Sit back and watch (Wallflowers).
• You can even stand up (Party Animal)

Is there a dress code?
No.  But if you’d like to come in Indian costume that would be great.

What is Onam?
It’s an Indian festival like Diwali.

Is it a party or a play?
It’s a play with a story. The story is about a party in the back room of a dairy.

What is ‘immersive theatre’?
The action takes place in and around where you are seated. You are ‘immersed’ in the world of the dairy.

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

Indians throw crazy parties.

Heard of Diwali? A million lamps floating on a river and fireworks to wake the dead. Heard of Holi? An explosion of colour and joy and massive dry cleaning bills?

Heard about Onam?  It could be the craziest of them all.

Indian Ink continues to bridge cultures and expand boundaries with this utterly disarming new comedy that seats the audience around the dining table and at the kitchen bench in the back room of Krishnan’s Dairy.

Now her son is grown up Mrs Krishnan is thinking of selling the shop. It’s Onam, a time to celebrate life, death and rebirth and Mrs Krishnan now has to throw the party of her life.

This joyous, heart-warming play sold out at its premier and later this year heads to the United States.

“hilarious, touching and rewarding.”  Theatreview

Jacob Rajan and Justin Lewis’ extraordinary series of plays for Indian Ink Theatre Company have received national and international acclaim. This show picks up the story twenty years on from the production that started it all – “Krishnan’s Dairy”.

“ some of the best theatre in the world” NZ Herald

Top Table GA $62.00
Inner Circle GA $58.00
Wallflowers GA $46.00
Cheeky Seats GA $34.00
Party Animals GA $15.00
Service fees apply

SHOW FAQ

Where is the stage?
The whole theatre is set up as the back room of a dairy and the acting takes place all around you.

Will I be asked to perform?
No.  It’s really safe, gentle and fun.

How does the seating work?
The audience are like guests at the party.  You can choose where you like to be (map on Ticketek’s website):

• Right in the heart of the action (Top Table, Inner Circle, Cheeky Seats),
• Sit back and watch (Wallflowers).
• You can even stand up (Party Animal)

Is there a dress code?
No.  But if you’d like to come in Indian costume that would be great.

What is Onam?
It’s an Indian festival like Diwali.

Is it a party or a play?
It’s a play with a story. The story is about a party in the back room of a dairy.

What is ‘immersive theatre’?
The action takes place in and around where you are seated. You are ‘immersed’ in the world of the dairy.

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

An intimate portrait of an unlikely rock star: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. With unprecedented access, the filmmakers explore how her early legal battles changed the world for women.

At the age of 84, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has developed a breathtaking legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But without a definitive Ginsburg biography, the unique personal journey of this diminutive, quiet warrior’s rise to the nation’s highest court has been largely unknown, even to some of her biggest fans – until now. RBG is a revelatory documentary exploring Ginsburg’s exceptional life and career from Betsy West and Julie Cohen, and co-produced by Storyville Films and CNN Films.

US, 2018, Colour, Duration 98 min., Rated PG, Dir. Julie Cohen, Betsy West

Indians throw crazy parties.

Heard of Diwali? A million lamps floating on a river and fireworks to wake the dead. Heard of Holi? An explosion of colour and joy and massive dry cleaning bills?

Heard about Onam?  It could be the craziest of them all.

Indian Ink continues to bridge cultures and expand boundaries with this utterly disarming new comedy that seats the audience around the dining table and at the kitchen bench in the back room of Krishnan’s Dairy.

Now her son is grown up Mrs Krishnan is thinking of selling the shop. It’s Onam, a time to celebrate life, death and rebirth and Mrs Krishnan now has to throw the party of her life.

This joyous, heart-warming play sold out at its premier and later this year heads to the United States.

“hilarious, touching and rewarding.”  Theatreview

Jacob Rajan and Justin Lewis’ extraordinary series of plays for Indian Ink Theatre Company have received national and international acclaim. This show picks up the story twenty years on from the production that started it all – “Krishnan’s Dairy”.

“ some of the best theatre in the world” NZ Herald

Top Table GA $62.00
Inner Circle GA $58.00
Wallflowers GA $46.00
Cheeky Seats GA $34.00
Party Animals GA $15.00
Service fees apply

SHOW FAQ

Where is the stage?
The whole theatre is set up as the back room of a dairy and the acting takes place all around you.

Will I be asked to perform?
No.  It’s really safe, gentle and fun.

How does the seating work?
The audience are like guests at the party.  You can choose where you like to be (map on Ticketek’s website):

• Right in the heart of the action (Top Table, Inner Circle, Cheeky Seats),
• Sit back and watch (Wallflowers).
• You can even stand up (Party Animal)

Is there a dress code?
No.  But if you’d like to come in Indian costume that would be great.

What is Onam?
It’s an Indian festival like Diwali.

Is it a party or a play?
It’s a play with a story. The story is about a party in the back room of a dairy.

What is ‘immersive theatre’?
The action takes place in and around where you are seated. You are ‘immersed’ in the world of the dairy.

NZ vs Argentina. Supporting the boys in Black

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

As always, I start with the finest free-range topics, nurture them until they’re brimming with wholesome hilarity, and ready for the tellin’. Remember, my cruelty-free jokes are ALWAYS tested on animals, and 100% goat-approved by the time you hear them. That’s quality you can trust.

*may contain traces of nuts

Arj Barker is arguably Australia’s favourite American comedian. In recent years, he has spent more time in that country than his own and this time around, he’s hitting New Zealand as part of our International Comedy Festival. His stand-up is both insightful and pointed, like a mind-reading thumb tack, if there was one of those.

“A must see for anyone who loves a laugh…****” Adelaide now

Recommended ages 15+.

Adult $49.90
Groups of 10+ $46.90
Service fees apply

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

Nz vs South Africa. Supporting the boys in black

An annual, national event extending the cinematic options of audiences and filmmakers throughout New Zealand.

The Price of Everything
Fri 31 Aug, 3.30pm
Sat 1 Sep, 10.30pm

Climax
Fri 31 Aug, 6.30pm

Aga
Sat 1 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 6 Sep, 3.30pm

The Wild Pear Tree
Sun 2 Sep, 10.30am
Sat 8 Sep, 6.30pm

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda
Sun 2 Sep, 6.30pm

The Heiresses
Thu 6 Sep, 6.30pm
Thu 13 Sep, 3.30pm

Michael Smither: Of Crimson Joy
Sun 9 Sep, 12.15pm

Kusama – Infinity
Fri 7 Sep, 3.30pm
Sun 9 Sep, 10.30pm

Bludgeon
Fri 7 Sep, 6.30pm
Fri 14 Sep, 3.30pm

Celia
Sat 8 Sep, 10.30am

Merata – How Mum Decolonised the Screen
Sat 9 Sep, 6.30pm

Paul Callaghan: Dancing With Atoms
Thu 13 Sep, 6.30pm

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A
Fri 14 Sep, 6.30pm

The Song Keepers
Sat 15 Sep, 10.30am

Happy As Lazzaro
Sat 15 Sep, 6.30pm

Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Sun 16 Sept, 10,30am

Wings of Desire
Sun 16 Sep, 6.30pm

An intimate portrait of an unlikely rock star: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. With unprecedented access, the filmmakers explore how her early legal battles changed the world for women.

At the age of 84, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has developed a breathtaking legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But without a definitive Ginsburg biography, the unique personal journey of this diminutive, quiet warrior’s rise to the nation’s highest court has been largely unknown, even to some of her biggest fans – until now. RBG is a revelatory documentary exploring Ginsburg’s exceptional life and career from Betsy West and Julie Cohen, and co-produced by Storyville Films and CNN Films.

US, 2018, Colour, Duration 98 min., Rated PG, Dir. Julie Cohen, Betsy West

After the 2016 sell-out tour, Larks in Transit, the UK’s very own straggle-haired polymath, Bill Bailey, returns to New Zealand with his new comedy and music extravaganza, Earl of Whimsy.

It has Bill’s trademark blend of satire and surrealism, stories and dismantled jokes, crowd sing-alongs, weird instruments and musical showstoppers. But there’s a distinctly historical feel to this show. With its tales of Britain’s fortunes past and present, of ancient Viking battles, of Shakespeare’s contribution to comedy, and Bill’s own ancestry, this is both a mockery and a celebration of national identity.

It’s also a journey of discovery. We find out where Knock Knock jokes came from, how we got days of the week, and why Nicky Minaj rejected a puffin sample for her latest single.  There are lively audience discussions, a mass German singalong, and even some Cockney crab-dancing. Something for everyone.

While the world tumbles into a seemingly more chaotic place by the minute, what better way to find a moment of calm in the chaos, than a trip round Bill’s mind, described recently as ‘A huge, lavishly decorated and nicely untidy place… its contents spill out with an infectious enthusiasm during this wonderful show’.

Here’s a recent round-up of how Bill is described: ‘a martial arts master in mufti’, ‘the Jedi Knight of juxtaposition’ or even ‘our foremost comedy rock goblin’. Or is he, as Bill describes himself in his own words, an ‘Earl of Whimsy’. Whatever his title, this might be Bill’s cleverest, daftest, most eccentric show yet.

‘Scales the peaks of sublime silliness…  this is a foray into Bailey’s magpie mind… a delightful place to spend time.’  The Guardian

Adult $89.90
Service fees apply

The highly acclaimed movie is inspired by Romy Schneider’s life and displays the tension between her private and public personality. Definitely worth watching!

***TICKETS ON SALE MAY 1***

Two bored kids. One rainy day. And one crazy cat wearing a red-striped hat.
In 1957, Theodor Seuss Geisel used this formula and only 200 words to write his second children’s book as Dr. Seuss. More than 50 years later, The Cat in the Hat is a much-loved children’s literature classic and now a zany, imaginative play coming to New Plymouth on October 3. The play was adapted for the stage in 2009 by the National Theatre of Britain.
The Cat in The Hat interrupts this rainy afternoon with his unexpected visit to Sally and her brother’s cosy home. Their outspoken and outraged pet Fish is astounded and concerned, but this cat will not be deterred. He will teach us all to make our own fun with nothing but a little imagination. “It’s fun to have fun, but you have to know how.” Along with Thing One and Thing Two, the cat will fill the theatre with mischievous humour and madcap style. Young and old alike will delight in this faithful adaptation of a classic book come to life before our very eyes. Spoiler alert: Things run amuck, and quickly.

Tickets $20 – $30. Onsale May 1st at 9am.

Ride the wind and dream with Air Play, a modern spectacle that brings to life the very air we breathe. Flying umbrellas, larger-than-life balloons, giant kites floating over the audience, and the biggest snow globe you’ve ever seen will make you gasp in wonder and laugh until it hurts.

Air Play is a circus-style adventure of two siblings journeying through a surreal world, transforming ordinary objects into uncommon beauty. Fabrics dance in the wind, balloons have a mind of their own, confetti turns into the night sky, and an enormous canopy of hovering silk forever alters their future.

The creation of husband & wife team Seth Bloom and Christina Gelsone, Air Play merges their circus and street theater performance art with the sculptural artistry of Daniel Wurtzel. With visual images seemingly sewn from the sky, this poetic ode to childhood will enchant and electrify the young and young at heart.

PLEASE NOTE: Latex balloons are used onstage and in the audience. 

A Reserve Adult $79.90
A Reserve Child $35.00
A Reserve Family $199.90
A Reserve Concession $75.00

B Reserve Adult $69.90
B Reserve Child $35.00
B Reserve Family $179.90
B Reserve Concession $65.00
Service fees apply

Pre-order your antipasto platter or mezze platter for two or eight when you purchase your tickets!

ANITPASTO PLATTER; Platter includes a selection of succulent cured meats, smoked salmon, salami, parma ham, marinated mixed olives, sundried tomatoes, baby gherkins, pickled onions, and Taranaki’s finest cheeses and house made dips.

Pick up at the Stalls Bar just past the Box Office on arrival.

$25.00 – $60.00
Service fees apply

Ride the wind and dream with Air Play, a modern spectacle that brings to life the very air we breathe. Flying umbrellas, larger-than-life balloons, giant kites floating over the audience, and the biggest snow globe you’ve ever seen will make you gasp in wonder and laugh until it hurts.

Air Play is a circus-style adventure of two siblings journeying through a surreal world, transforming ordinary objects into uncommon beauty. Fabrics dance in the wind, balloons have a mind of their own, confetti turns into the night sky, and an enormous canopy of hovering silk forever alters their future.

The creation of husband & wife team Seth Bloom and Christina Gelsone, Air Play merges their circus and street theater performance art with the sculptural artistry of Daniel Wurtzel. With visual images seemingly sewn from the sky, this poetic ode to childhood will enchant and electrify the young and young at heart.

PLEASE NOTE: Latex balloons are used onstage and in the audience. 

A Reserve Adult $79.90
A Reserve Child $35.00
A Reserve Family $199.90
A Reserve Concession $75.00

B Reserve Adult $69.90
B Reserve Child $35.00
B Reserve Family $179.90
B Reserve Concession $65.00
Service fees apply

Pre-order your antipasto platter or mezze platter for two or eight when you purchase your tickets!

ANITPASTO PLATTER; Platter includes a selection of succulent cured meats, smoked salmon, salami, parma ham, marinated mixed olives, sundried tomatoes, baby gherkins, pickled onions, and Taranaki’s finest cheeses and house made dips.

Pick up at the Stalls Bar just past the Box Office on arrival.

$25.00 – $60.00
Service fees apply

Ride the wind and dream with Air Play, a modern spectacle that brings to life the very air we breathe. Flying umbrellas, larger-than-life balloons, giant kites floating over the audience, and the biggest snow globe you’ve ever seen will make you gasp in wonder and laugh until it hurts.

Air Play is a circus-style adventure of two siblings journeying through a surreal world, transforming ordinary objects into uncommon beauty. Fabrics dance in the wind, balloons have a mind of their own, confetti turns into the night sky, and an enormous canopy of hovering silk forever alters their future.

The creation of husband & wife team Seth Bloom and Christina Gelsone, Air Play merges their circus and street theater performance art with the sculptural artistry of Daniel Wurtzel. With visual images seemingly sewn from the sky, this poetic ode to childhood will enchant and electrify the young and young at heart.

PLEASE NOTE: Latex balloons are used onstage and in the audience. 

A Reserve Adult $79.90
A Reserve Child $35.00
A Reserve Family $199.90
A Reserve Concession $75.00

B Reserve Adult $69.90
B Reserve Child $35.00
B Reserve Family $179.90
B Reserve Concession $65.00
Service fees apply

Pre-order your antipasto platter or mezze platter for two or eight when you purchase your tickets!

ANITPASTO PLATTER; Platter includes a selection of succulent cured meats, smoked salmon, salami, parma ham, marinated mixed olives, sundried tomatoes, baby gherkins, pickled onions, and Taranaki’s finest cheeses and house made dips.

Pick up at the Stalls Bar just past the Box Office on arrival.

$25.00 – $60.00
Service fees apply

BRINGING THEIR VINTAGE TWIST ON MODERN POP SONGS BACK TO FANS ACROSS THE COUNTRY

New Zealand loves Postmodern Jukebox! Following three successful tours in as many years, the multi-talented collective will bring their re-imagined contemporary pop, rock and R&B hits in the style of various yesteryears back to eagerly awaiting fans in 2018.

Each time around, PMJ looks forward to bringing their unique spin on modern pop hits and retro pop stylings to new cities for the first time, as well as revisiting favourite haunts that welcome them back with eagerly open arms. And as any PMJ fan can tell you, the experience is never the same twice, with new songs, new sounds, and new members added to the ever-growing family each time around.

Watch today’s hits, yesterday (vintage style) on the Postmodern Jukebox Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ScottBradleeLovesYa

VIP Gold $259.90
VIP Silver $189.90
A Reserve $119.90
B Reserve $89.90
Service fees apply

Try googling “the ten most popular chamber music works of all time”. There are lots of lists but you’ll find Schubert’s “Trout” Quintet is on every one of them and it justly forms the centrepiece of this exquisite exploration of aquatic themes.

Programmed alongside Schubert and Rossini, CMNZ have commissioned Ross Harris to write a meditation on the trout fishing rivers near Turangi. His Orowaru – the rippling sound of water – was inspired, the composer says, by ‘the complex harmonic beauty of the rivers’.

Selling out performances at Wigmore Hall and frequently appearing with the Sydney Symphony and London Philharmonic, pianist Piers Lane joins members of the New Zealand String Quartet and audience favourite, Hiroshi Ikematsu. Currently Principal Bassist with the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra, Ikematsu is a virtuoso with a huge personality as we learned from his years in the NZSO.

Here is a truly special season finale that celebrates another year of good music – up close.

A Reserve Adult  $55.00
A Reserve Senior  $47.00
B Reserve Adult  $30.00
B Reserve Senior  $26.00
Child  $10.00
Family (1 adult + 2 children)  $36.00 (+ $5 p/extra child)
Family (2 adults + 2 children)  $50.00 (+ $5 p/extra child)
Service fees apply

In celebration of the Powerco Taranaki Garden Festival.
Join us for a long shared lunch produced by the eateries of the West End Precinct with guest speaker Jodi Roebuck from Roebuck Farms

$95pp

Includes table wines and a long shared lunch capturing the use of local sourced product.
Guests from 11.30am, lunch served from 12.30pm

To reserve your spot, email lara@hospotraders.co.nz

New Plymouth Floral Art Club presents BOLLYWOOD GOES FLORAL
with Vanita Patel

Vanita is widely recognised for her creative artistry and larger-than-life floral designs. She creates dynamic, sculptural compostitions using bright, vibrant flowers and natural plant materials – a reflection of her Indian heritage.

She is three times winner of Auckland Designer of the Year and was awarded Silver at the Ellerslie International Flower Show in 2005. She has exhibited internationally in Australia and Boston, America.

Having pursued a career in floral design, she is also a National Teacher, Judge and Demonstrator with the Floral Art Society of New Zealand.

Notably, Vanita also holds the position of Chair of Demonstrations for WAFANZ (World Association of Floral Artists) – noting that New Zealand is to host the World Show in 2023.

Expect to be wowed as you enjoy the full colour spectrum of floral art design in a theatre setting in Bollywood Goes Floral with Vanita!

Table seat $55.00
Theatre seat $45.00
Service fees apply

GRIFF RHYS JONES, UK comedy great, actor and star of the iconic Not the Nine O’Clock News, is bringing his hilarious live show of stories, anecdotes and stand-up, Where Was I?, to New Zealand this November.

Griff will deliver an evening of laughter from forty years of travelling – through family, manhood and the world itself. He has been down rivers and up mountains- literally into Africa, out of India and across oceans in Three Men and A Boat, Mountains, Rivers and other adventures. But he has also crossed the arid wastes of the BBC. He’s navigated being sixty. He’s explored the jungles of indignity. He’s turned downhill without a map in to a career. And along the way, he will address the nature of travel itself, making travel television and the truth about wanderlust and cruises.

A Reserve $69.90
Service fees apply

Following their sell-out performances of A Festival of Russian Ballet, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to New Zealand with A Russian Triple Bill.  This is the first time that the company have brought this stunning programme to New Zealand & Australia.

ACT 1 – Sleeping Beauty (Act III)

A holiday is declared for the wedding of Princess Aurora & Prince Desire. This is a joyous and happy ballet which will be loved by all

ACT 2 – Les Sylphides

A short ballet in one act about a young man who while walking at night encounters a group of sylphs or magical woman

ACT 3 – Carmen

Carmen is a flirtatious and seductive gypsy woman whose love affair with two men ends in tragedy.

“Bold, Brave Russians”

“In a night that overflows with all things ballet, you can’t help be swept up by the sheer panache of the Imperial Russian Ballet Company dancers.” – The West Australian

Save when you purchase during the presale (available until midday, Friday 20 April).
See the special presale prices in red!

Adult  $92.00 $82.00
Child  $62.00 $42.00
Premium Family (2A + 2C): $288.00 $248.00
A Reserve Family (2A + 2C): $248.00 $208.00
Concession (Senior, Student & Unwaged)  $82.00 $72.00
Service fees apply

Brought to you by West End Precinct and Arts on Tour NZ 

Ladies and gentlemen, step right up as Rollicking Entertainment turns up the heat to celebrate seven of the most notorious stunts in carny folklore! Seven Deadly Stunts is a nail-biting and naughty experience that brings you the freakiest side of circus, magic and sideshow.

Escapology, chainsaw juggling, walking on broken glass, and setting someone in fire among other famous feats are performed along with the stories of how… and why they exist.

This show is literally seven stunts- each an exercise in danger, trust and skill. But it’s also seven stories- of the sideshow, the freak show, the music hall, vaudeville and big top. Seven Deadly Stunts sources inspiration from some of the biggest names in the history of magic and mystery such as Harry Houdini, Ripley’s Believe It or Not and The Prestige… (plus – let’s be honest, a dollop of Jackass).

Grab some friends and come laugh, gasp and cheer- the carnival is in town! Exciting, terrifying and genuinely funny, roll up and join the dastardly duo of Rollicking Entertainment’s Lizzie Tollemache and David Ladderman for what could be the last hour of their lives…

Rated R15.

 “Circus spectacular…. Unforgettable theatrical showbiz” – The Press (NZ)

“Edge of your seat, breath-taking fun” – Onstage

“The show is super entertaining and I would recommend it to anyone who loves a bit of carnie action.” – The Ruminator

Table seat $30.00
Theatre seat $25.00
Service fees apply

Direct from Australia, and following more than 5000 international shows, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute – The ABBA Show – is coming to town!

Far from being ‘just another cover band’, The ABBA Show is a full-scale theatrical production featuring 2.5 hours of live musical performances, a live backing band, replica costumes, theatrical lighting and effects and all the dancing an ABBA fan can handle.

Starring incredibly detailed performances from internationally acclaimed impersonators ABBAsolutely fABBAulous, The ABBA Show gives fans of all ages a chance to re-live the ABBA concert experience, celebrate the music of ABBA and dance the night away!

Tickets on sale week commencing 12 March

Kia ora Shortland Street!

Playboy Doctor Chris Warner has his feathers ruffled when humanitarian Doctor Hone Ropata arrives in Ferndale; a town where love never lasts, statistically unlikely events happen on a regular basis, and every Christmas someone dies. It’s hate at first sight, but together they must save the All Blacks, defend a murder charge, and rescue the clinic from Chris’ evil father.

But things get messy when Marj has a stroke, Rachel is struck by lightning, and Lionel gets hit by a truck…

Set in 1992, Shortland Street – The Musical features iconic characters and stories from the classic era of New Zealand’s favourite TV show. With songs including ‘Stuck In A Love Triangle’, ‘Cliffhanger’ & ‘Not In Guatemala Now’, Shortland Street – The Musical is a warm-hearted musical comedy the whole family can enjoy.

For more information click here.

Suitable for families, although contains some adult themes.

Premium Adult $110.00
A Reserve Adult $96.00
B Reserve Adult $86.00
C Reserve Adult $70.00

Groups of 6+ (A Res) $86.00
Concessions (A Res matinee only) $86.00
Service fees apply

Kia ora Shortland Street!

Playboy Doctor Chris Warner has his feathers ruffled when humanitarian Doctor Hone Ropata arrives in Ferndale; a town where love never lasts, statistically unlikely events happen on a regular basis, and every Christmas someone dies. It’s hate at first sight, but together they must save the All Blacks, defend a murder charge, and rescue the clinic from Chris’ evil father.

But things get messy when Marj has a stroke, Rachel is struck by lightning, and Lionel gets hit by a truck…

Set in 1992, Shortland Street – The Musical features iconic characters and stories from the classic era of New Zealand’s favourite TV show. With songs including ‘Stuck In A Love Triangle’, ‘Cliffhanger’ & ‘Not In Guatemala Now’, Shortland Street – The Musical is a warm-hearted musical comedy the whole family can enjoy.

For more information click here.

Suitable for families, although contains some adult themes.

Premium Adult $110.00
A Reserve Adult $96.00
B Reserve Adult $86.00
C Reserve Adult $70.00

Groups of 6+ (A Res) $86.00
Concessions (A Res matinee only) $86.00
Service fees apply

Kia ora Shortland Street!

Playboy Doctor Chris Warner has his feathers ruffled when humanitarian Doctor Hone Ropata arrives in Ferndale; a town where love never lasts, statistically unlikely events happen on a regular basis, and every Christmas someone dies. It’s hate at first sight, but together they must save the All Blacks, defend a murder charge, and rescue the clinic from Chris’ evil father.

But things get messy when Marj has a stroke, Rachel is struck by lightning, and Lionel gets hit by a truck…

Set in 1992, Shortland Street – The Musical features iconic characters and stories from the classic era of New Zealand’s favourite TV show. With songs including ‘Stuck In A Love Triangle’, ‘Cliffhanger’ & ‘Not In Guatemala Now’, Shortland Street – The Musical is a warm-hearted musical comedy the whole family can enjoy.

For more information click here.

Suitable for families, although contains some adult themes.

Premium Adult $110.00
A Reserve Adult $96.00
B Reserve Adult $86.00
C Reserve Adult $70.00

Groups of 6+ (A Res) $86.00
Concessions (A Res matinee only) $86.00
Service fees apply