Arts News & Events


Jump-start love with washing
Friday, 03 September 2010
A long-married couple looking to put some sparkle into their relationship are at the centre of a community theatre’s latest production.

Sun comes out for Annie
Thursday, 02 September 2010
For a couple of theatre veterans who have just established their own company, the first production is bound to cause the odd sleepless night.

Treasures on show
Friday, 27 August 2010
People are being asked to come forward with their treasures that have been hidden away from public view for a travelling collection.

Blues heroes on way
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Steve Wigglesworth laughs when it’s suggested he’s the John Mayall of the New Zealand blues music scene.

Irish rockers treat teens
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Students have rocked out to a lunchtime gig by Irish indie band, General Fiasco.

Mixing up the Bard
Thursday, 19 August 2010
Love, laughter and a jumble of Shakespeare’s finest are coming to a high-school stage.

Concert raises funds
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
One of the most outstanding young pianists to feature in a popular concert series is about to leave the country to take on the world – and is giving one last show before he goes.

Sounds of romance
Friday, 13 August 2010
Lovers of romantic music are in for a treat when a popular group visits. Operatunity is coming to Howick for a performance called I’m in Love with Vienna.

Festival prime catch
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Here’s an event seafood lovers should be jumping in the car for. The Whitianga Scallop Festival is set to go end of this month offering cooking demonstrations, food tasting, competitions, celebrity chefs and a bustling line-up of entertainment too.

Youngsters needed for festival
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Whether people call the Indian festival of lights Diwali or Deepawali, the multicultural community is learning how much fun the celebration is for everyone.

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