NANCY BRUNNING’S TRIBUTE TO THE WĀHINE THAT INHABIT WITI IHIMAERA’S CELEBRATED WRITING COMES TO AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY IN A BOLD NEW PRODUCTION

Witi’s Wāhine is a theatrical taonga based on the literary matriarchs within the writing of Witi Ihimaera DCNZM QSM (Te Aitanga-ā-Mahaki) and lifted from the page by the beloved Nancy Brunning (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāi Tūhoe), now given a major new production at the ASB Waterfront Theatre from 2 – 21 May 2023.

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Michelle Lafferty
FIRST INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL COMEDIANS ANNOUNCED FOR BEST FOODS COMEDY GALA

Ahead of the 2023 NZ International Comedy Festival with Best Foods Mayo, the New Zealand Comedy Trust is thrilled to announce the first five names who will take to the stage at the 2023Best Foods Comedy Gala - Becky Lucas, James Nokise, Lloyd Langford, Guy Montgomery and Two Hearts. This night of world-class comedy, hosted by Melanie Bracewell, will open the Festival on 5 May in Auckland and 6 May in Wellington.

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Michelle Lafferty
THE JEWEL IN WHAKATŪ’S CROWN: NELSON JEWELLERY WEEK 2023

Taking place from the 13 - 23rd April, NELSON JEWELLERY WEEK is a contemporary jewellery festival which celebrates emerging and established jewellery artists from Aotearoa and beyond. Attracting wearers, makers and viewers from up and down the country, there will be a range of events to celebrate jewellery as a contemporary art form - from avant garde to wearable and everything in between. 

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Michelle Lafferty
2023 BILLY T NOMINEES TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BILLY T JAMS

Having been selected way back in 2021 over Zoom during a lockdown, ahead of the later cancelled 2022 NZ International Comedy Fest, five of Aoteaora’s freshest comedians will finally get their chance to compete for the prestigious Billy T Award. Chosen for their proven comedic ability, dedication to their craft and outstanding potential, this year’s nominees have their first outing together at Billy T Jams on 3 March at Q Theatre.

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Michelle Lafferty
BACH MUSICA NZ ANNOUNCE SUPERB 2023 PROGRAMME

Bach Musica NZ announce four captivating concerts at the Auckland Town Hall for their outstanding 2023 programme, showcasing the combined orchestra and choir at their finest. The year-long programme will present a smorgasbord of classical delights commencing on Sunday 2 April.

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Michelle Lafferty
THE BIGGEST INTERNATIONAL COMEDY TOUR TO HIT NEW ZEALAND ADDS TWO NEW SHOWS

New Zealand fans have been treated to Jimmy Carr’s comic brilliance since January 10 when he first arrived in Aotearoa. Fast forward to 2023 when Terribly Funny becomes the biggest international comedy tour to arrive on our shores. Two new shows have just been announced, AUCKLAND – KIRI TE KANAWA THEATRE on Monday 30 January at 7pm and HAWKES BAY – TOITOI EVENTS CENTRE on Tuesday 31 January at 9.30pm. Tickets are now on sale at www.bohmpresents.com

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Michelle Lafferty
MAX TWEEDIE TO STEP DOWN AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOLLOWING THE 2023 AUCKLAND PRIDE FESTIVAL

After four transformational years leading Auckland Pride, their Executive Director has announced he will be stepping away from the role, after delivering his final month-long celebration this February.
 
Max Tweedie, Executive Director of Auckland Pride — now in its 11th year — leaves the role having successfully led the organisation, with a strengthened team and rejuvenated festival.

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Michelle Lafferty
AN EXPLORATION OF FOLK MUSIC AND HOME: NZTRIO ANNOUNCE 2023 PROGRAMME

NZTrio are thrilled to announce their 2023 programme series Homeland, celebrating the spirit of folk music and the powerful nature of human expression and experiences, through the universal language of music. Audiences will be transported to the far reaches of the globe through this musical exploration of home, with the first part of this three part series heading to Wellington, Auckland, Norsewood, and Rotorua in March.

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Michelle Lafferty
GAME GRUMPS NEW ZEALAND TOUR 2023

Game Grumps Live is a comedy gaming show hosted by Arin Hanson and Dan Avidan. It's a Youtube Channel that includes weird shows like Table FlipSteam Train, and How Bout This Game. It's a game publisher. It's a touring act. But most importantly, it's a group of people excited about creating literally anything. We're always working on something new and exciting, and we can't wait for you to see what's next.

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Michelle Lafferty