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Find out what Performing Arts events are on in Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hastings, Central Hawke's Bay and Wairoa.
The International Grand Magic Show features a star-studded cast of renowned performers including:
- Grand Illusionist Andre Vegas
- French comedy magician and circus entertainer, Jean Phiippe
- Original magic and artistry by NZ's female magician Felicity Rogers
- Chinese Mastermind of the...
Date: Thursday 25 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for all ages
Join in with our holiday Lego session and make a piratey creation! Arrrr!
When: Friday 26 April, 11am - 12noon
Date: Friday 26 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For ages 7+
Registrations must be for teams of 3 - 4 participants
The magic crystal that brings order to the forest has been destroyed! But a twin crystal exists if only you can retrieve it! Can you find and solve the clues and restore peace to the forest before it’s too late?
When: Sunday...
Date: Sunday 28 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Book Launch - "Henry Houdini."
Henry Houdini is an adventurous little dog who likes to go exploring beyond the walls of his property. His owners decide they need to do something to stop his roaming ways, but will they be successful in stopping him from escaping and wandering the streets?
The...
Date: Sunday 28 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 25 June
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 20 August
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 2 July
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Some of the best music theatre singers in New Zealand bring you those musical moments that brought magic to the Stage.
Featuring:
Russell Dixon
Alexandra Foster
Isaac Pawson
Kate Lineham
Derek Hill
Accompanied by Paul Carnegie-Jones.
NZ Tour 17 Apr - 20 May
Concerts start 11am
General admission...
Date: Wednesday 1 May
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It has been said that Comedy is the new Rock n roll, but stand up comedy was also born in places like this. A place where Ben can fulfil childhood dreams of being a rockstar using his natural blessed talents of comedy. It is the Houses of the Holy Tour, where Ben Hurley and his opening acts will...
Date: Friday 3 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It has been said that Comedy is the new Rock n roll, but stand up comedy was also born in places like this. A place where Ben can fulfil childhood dreams of being a rockstar using his natural blessed talents of comedy. It is the Houses of the Holy Tour, where Ben Hurley and his opening acts will...
Date: Saturday 4 May
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As winter draws near and our world is sometimes dark and turbulent, we bring you a celebration of the glory of new light - the Nata Lux. Composers and poets throughout the years have seen the need for optimism and hope, and their songs, such as Lux Aurumque, Hail Gladdening Light, The Call, I will...
Date: Sunday 5 May
Where: Waiapu Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 2 July
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lindisfarne and Iona Colleges present the theater production of Grease telling the story of Rydell High School's senior class of 1959. The too cool for school, leather jacket wearing “Burger Palace Boys” and the gossiping “Pink Ladies” navigate summer love, dates for the school dance, and...
Date: Wednesday 8 May to Saturday 11 May
Where: Lowe Family Performing Arts Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bing, Bang, Bong! Sing, Sang, Song! We're off the the UK Hun!
Join the Boombfunk Variety Performers for a British Burlesque show at The Paisley Stage.
Enjoy an evening of British-inspired performances including burlesque, bellydance, live vocals, pole dance, aerials and drag!
Uk Hun...
Date: Saturday 11 May
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 25 June
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 20 August
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
On the second Tuesday of most months Association Française de Hawke's Bay shows a French language film at Event Cinema in Havelock North. Beach House Wines is one of our valued sponsors. We sell their wine by the glass at Cine-Club. Your admission includes nibbles of "des baguette et des...
Date: Tuesday 14 May
Where: Events Cinema Havelock North, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
AS SEEN ON 7 DAYS
NZ's MOST WANTED comedian is back after three years off....and he's not here to f*ck spiders!
That's right. Not even if they're dressed in a sexy spider nurse outfit. He just hasn't got the time. And neither do you.
Because Life happens whether you like or not. You can...
Date: Thursday 16 May
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Considered the greatest of all classical ballets, Swan Lake is a perfect marriage of music and dance.
With Tchaikovsky’s sweeping score – lush, romantic, instantly recognisable – and Kristian Fredrikson’s
opulent designs, gorgeously lit by Jon Buswell, Swan Lake transports the audience...
Date: Friday 17 May to Saturday 18 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Showquest is a nationwide performing arts competition and a platform for youth voices to be heard. Be amazed by original stage performances combining Art, Music, Dance, Drama, Culture & Technology. Students design, produce and perform their stories in a powerful night of celebration and recognition...
Date: Friday 24 May
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The title of this Linden Singers concert “Sounds from Far and Near,” introduces the theme of the programme, a marvellous mix of music by composers from our own country – indeed, some from our own region – and from countries far away across the oceans.
Songs by New Zealand composers include...
Date: Sunday 26 May
Where: Saint Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Described as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (William Dart, NZ Herald), NZTrio - He Taonga Wairere is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent and warm kiwi stage presence. Any preconceptions of classical music being stuffy or...
Date: Sunday 26 May
Where: Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
ARTEMIS pole arts presents Allure, a student showcase.
A display of different skills and styles, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Let our students Allure you.
VIP tickets available for those who want an extra indulgent night.
Event will be strictly R18
Date: Saturday 1 June
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 2 July
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brimming with tomfoolery, extravagant outfits and toe-tapping tunes that’ll have you dancing in the aisles.
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Marian Burns
Chet O’Connell
Isaac Pawson
Kate Lineham
Hank Trenton
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 27 May - 27 Jun
Concerts start 11am
General admission seating
Doors...
Date: Wednesday 5 June
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Base Entertainment
Get ready to experience the ultimate dance extravaganza with Ballroom Blitz, the latest sensation from the visionary producers of Celtic Illusion.
Choreographed by the remarkable Aric Yegudkin, three-time Dancing with the Stars Australia champion, this show is...
Date: Wednesday 5 June
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 25 June
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 20 August
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mad, risqué and uniquely eccentric - internationally critically acclaimed and award-winning Gaulier-trained clown Trygve (pronounced 'trigvee') Wakenshaw presents his beautifully strange stream-of-consciousness idiocy in NAUTILUS.
Exploring the form of mime to its most idiosyncratic...
Date: Friday 14 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Little Shop of Horrors is a horror comedy rock musical with music by Alan Menken and lyrics and a book by Howard Ashman.
The story follows a hapless florist shop worker, Seymour, who raises a plant that feeds on human blood and flesh. The music, composed by Menken in the style of early 1960s rock...
Date: Wednesday 19 June to Saturday 29 June
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
We're excited to announce our next showcase - Heroes & Villains. Tickets are out now!
Get ready for a clash of titans, a battle between good and evil, as we present our next showcase - Heroes and Villains!
Our performers have been crafting their routines to leave you wowed. Jaw-dropping stunts,...
Date: Friday 28 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Award-winning Comedian Magician is back and on the road ! Hitting the most random of places but purely for you!
You may have seen Jarred on American TV featuring on NBC’s ‘Bring The Funny’ where he got to the semi finals or even on local telly over the years on the NZ Comedy Gala’s on TV...
Date: Friday 28 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 2 July
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nurse Georgie is just what the doctor ordered.
As seen on Britain’s Got Talent 2023, winner of ‘Best Comedy Show' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and following a sell-out season at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sell-out Australian and UK tour, don’t miss Nurse Georgie Carroll as she brings...
Date: Thursday 4 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Rokitz Entertainment. Following a sell out 2022 New Zealand tour - The World of Musicals in Concert Returns to New Zealand in 2024 featuring an all new show.
The World of Musicals in Concert has graced stages across the globe and features a world-class ensemble of multi-talented...
Date: Monday 8 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 20 August
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Deemed the greatest voice of the 20th century, our tenors pay tribute to Mario Lanza singing his passionate love songs.
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Benjamin Makisi
Derek Hill
Karl Perigo
Amanda Atlas
Accompanied by Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 4 Jul – 5 Aug
Concerts start 11am
General...
Date: Wednesday 10 July
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We’re coming back to NZ in 2024!! Worldwide sensation - the MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA are coming your way! Australia’s most anticipated men are heating up the town Magic Men’s “FEEL THE MAGIC” showcases it’s most talented men in a heart-stopping live performance. Featuring Will Parfitt, this...
Date: Tuesday 16 July
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
From the quote attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.
Edinburgh Fringe 2023 was a bumper five-star review year for Ed. They came in thick and fast alongside outstanding...
Date: Saturday 27 July
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 30 April to Tuesday 20 August
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our singers and band transport you to the 20s and 30s with glamour, tap-dancing, elegant costumes and razzmatazz!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Russell Dixon
Kelly Harris
Isaac Pawson
Mike Booth (Trumpet)
Pete France (Saxophone)
Hank Trenton (Bass)
Grant Winterburn (Piano)
NZ Tour 28 Aug...
Date: Wednesday 11 September
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From Edith Piaf in French salons, German oom pah and Italian serenades, our romantic music will evoke the passion of Europe.
Starring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Kelly Harris
Derek Hill
Tracey Collin (Piano Accordion)
Paul Carnegie-Jones (Piano)
NZ Tour 02 Oct - 08 Nov
Concerts start...
Date: Wednesday 9 October
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Programme
Giuseppe Tartini | Devil’s trill sonata
Camille Saint-Saëns | Violin Sonata No 1 in D minor, Op 75
Eugéne-Auguste Ysaÿe | Sonata No 5
Henryk Wieniawski | Polonaise de Concert Op 4
Béla Bartók | 3 Burlesques op. 8
Frédéric Chopin | Andante spianato and grande polonaise...
Date: Tuesday 29 October
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a co-production between the Royal New Zealand Ballet and Queensland Ballet. If you are going to do fairies there can be no holding back, so wunderkind English choreographer Liam Scarlett unashamedly mixes, in this sparkling new production, 110 per cent magic with a...
Date: Saturday 16 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In our biggest Christmas extravaganza ever, bubble over with excitement as we end the year with variety acts and special guests!
Starring:
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Kate Lineham
Grant Winterburn
And more to be announced!
NZ Tour 13 Nov - 17 Dec
Concerts start 11am
General admission...
Date: Wednesday 20 November
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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