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CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF is a timeless, indelible portrait of a wealthy Mississippi clan sizzling with verbal fireworks, savage humour and sexual friction. Surrounded by greedy relatives, over bearing in-laws, hyperactive children and an indifferent husband...

The world’s most famous love story returns to the stage. Christopher Hampson’s exquisite ballet version of Romeo and Juliet was first performed by the Royal New Zealand Ballet in 2003 and, following a hugely successful UK tour, was nominated for a...

Mark Morris Celebrated and highly respected modern dance company Mark Morris Dance Group performs in Auckland for the first time ever with Mark Morris' stunningly beautiful Mozart Dances. Mark Morris' work is renowned for its musicality,...

The largest in the series of Film Festivals in NZ, the Auckland International Film Festival celebrates it 40th year this July. Check out the link below for updates on what exciting films this years festival has on show.

From the sands of Dubai and mystique of Japan, to the frigid northern reaches of Sweden, Warren Miller Entertainment follows the leading skiers of the freeride movement-like Jon Olsson, Sean Petit, Dan Treadway, Peter Olenick and others-on a journey to a...

Celebrating New Zealand Music Month, Footnote Dance takes the stage with a new programme of contemporary dance featuring a diverse range of works that connect with and reflect our place in the pacific. 2008 Made in New Zealand is a showcase of the best...

World Music Award winner and Grammy nominee, Anoushka Shankar arrives on our shores for one stunning and evocative concert only. Daughter of legendary sitar virtuoso and composer Ravi Shankar, Anoushka has been performing solo since she was a teenager...

Six internationall renowned modern day artists - Jean-Marc Bustamante, Sylvie Fleury, Gary Hume, David LaChapelle, Anne & Patrick Poirier and Sam Taylor-Wood created giant shopping bag sculptures in their "Gift to the World" to celebrate...

Matariki is the celebration of Maori New Year (Tau Hou). In Auckland, this is celebrated with the month long Matariki Festival, which in 2008 will be from 5 June to 5 July. This festival and programme of events embodies the way Maori commemorate and...

Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical comes to Auckland for a strictly limited season at The Civic, THE EDGE®. Priscilla is touching, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable. From the first note to the finale it is a musical extravaganza featuring...

The New Zealand Coffeefest started life as a small idea and, not surprisingly, first emerged in a discussion with industry professionals over a cup of coffee. The New Zealand coffee scene is rated as amongst the finest in the world , with ever growing...

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is one of Auckland’s premiere heritage buildings and home to a vibrant community that has been serving the people of Auckland since 1842. In September 2007, the Cathedral reopened after nearly two years and $12.8M of extensive...

Serendipity Touring is proud to announce a concert tour of New Zealand and Australia by the world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli in August, 2008. The multi-Platinum selling artist will perform his much-loved classical repertoire which recently saw him...

This July over 100 tonnes of dirt will be trucked into Vector Arena in preparation for ‘The Demon Energy Supercross & Gravity Games’ – the must see motorcycle event for 2008! Supercross Racing is one of the most watched motorcycle racing events in...

Brent Eccles Entertainment is proud to announce Peter Urlich and his five piece swing band, live in the Rangitoto Ballroom, at The Langham Hotel. With this performance, Peter Urlich revives the great New Zealand tradition - the “Dine & Dance”. It’s a...

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is one of Auckland’s premiere heritage buildings and home to a vibrant community that has been serving the people of Auckland since 1842. In September 2007, the Cathedral reopened after nearly two years and $12.8M of extensive...

Every Ferrari that leaves the production line in Italy is fuelled by Shell. Come and find out why. View the replica Formula One Ferrari for the first time in New Zealand, check out a Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, race your mates in a racing simulator and...

Ports of Auckland's biggest community event of the year - SeePort Week - starts Saturday May 24th! 'Get up close and personal with the Port' and book a FREE Bus, Boat or Heritage Tour of the Auckland seaport during SeePort Week... and...

As part of the Storylines Festival taking place across centres in New Zealand, Aotea Centre host's the Auckland Family Day. International and local guests will share stories and feature their art on this free family day out

World Environment Day, commemorated each year on 5 June, is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action. Auckland isn't known for being...

Featuring Dr Rajendra Pachauri, Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and including leading business figures and government advisors, this half-day symposium will examine the challenges the opportunities and some of the solutions being...

Auckland City Libraries and Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) are pleased to present virtuoso clarinettist James Fry in concert. Tickets $10, book at the library or online at www.aucklandcitylibraries.com, or phone 307 7780. Everyone welcome to this...

One of Britain’s top stand-up comedians, Bill Bailey returns to New Zealand with his new show ‘Tinselworm’ after touring the UK and Ireland. Expect the usual blend of musical silliness, surreal imaginings, and bearded sarcasm as Bill explores the worlds...

Following on from the success of the sustainability stand at the recent Small Business Expo, the Sustainable Business Network (SBN) and The Natural Step NZ (TNS) would like to invite you to a briefing and networking opportunity to help your business take...

The Ten Tenors direct from a sell out 65 city North American tour. The August 2007 Tour of New Zealand set records when every show was completely sold out well in advance of concert dates. Now they’re back...With a stunning new show.

Local hapu Ngati Whatua o Orakei and Auckland City Council will host another signature concert in central Auckland later this month to celebrate Matariki – the Maori New Year. Native Noise ’08 will see KORA, Katchafire, Tiki Taane, Ladi6 and DJ...

Auckland’s biennial arts and cultural festival which presents works from New Zealand, the Pacific, Asia and beyond, including world premieres of new works and international performing arts events never before seen in Australasia. The Festival programme...

Chris Rock, America’s funniest man, is heading to New Zealand to perform LIVE, for the very first time, on the critically acclaimed NO APOLOGIES tour. Rock has been hailed internationally as one of stand-up comedy’s heavyweights. His NO APOLOGIES tour...

Visit the Pacifica Heartbeat market at the Aotea Centre for an exclusive weeklong showcase of Pacific Treasures. The works are made by the matriarchs of the Pacific. This is a unique opportunity to meet the artists, discuss their work, and buy...

The Wintergarden, nestled under The Civic theatre, is a hidden treasure in the heart of the city. During the 40th Auckland International Film Festival (11th - 27th July) it will transform into THE EDGE® Festival Lounge. Offering a comfortable and...

As part of the journey to World Youth Day 08 in Sydney July 15th - 20th, over 2000 pilgrims will visit St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Come and support Hedgey from The Rock FM as he attempts to set a new Guinness World Record of 102 Bungy Jumps in 12 hours. Spectators at half price $10pp. Full Bridge Climb, special winter price for the day only of $75pp.

From the award-winning creators of Krishnan's Dairy, comes a comedy with bite - Indian Ink Theatre Company presents The Dentist's Chair in Auckland in September. This deliciously dark comedy hit a nerve at the New Zealand International Arts...

Two great works by the Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg are at the centre of this concert: one is his stunning piano concerto, one of the most popular ever written. For the other, join actor Paolo Rotondo as he depicts the turbulent life of Peer Gynt,...

What do you get when you cross the pulse-thumping talents of Supergroove with the unique vocal stylings and songs of Scribe, Hollie Smith and Gin Wigmore? Well, if you happen to be in the salubrious surrounds of Auckland’s Civic Theatre on September 5,...