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Art in the Bar: 100 x 100 – Exhibition Opening
Free entry
100x100 Art Show: Big Art, Small Price! đš
Discover the incredible talent of local artists in the 100x100 Art Show, where each piece is a miniature masterpiece, measuring just 100 x 100mm. Affordable yet stunning, every artwork is priced at just $100, making art accessible to all.
Opens Tue 1 April 5 to 7
Through April.
An Evening Without Kate Bush
Adult $44, Concession $34 (+booking fee)
Step into a high-energy cabaret tribute to the legendary Kate Bush, brought to life by Sarah-Louise Young. With hits like Running Up That Hill and Wuthering Heights, plus unexpected gems, this unforgettable show celebrates one of popâs most iconic voices in a truly unique way!
Singalong with Suzy Cato & Kath Bee
pay what you can from $8
Join renowned childrenâs entertainers Suzy Cato and Kath Bee for an exciting Easter School Holidays Show! Suzy and Kath will captivate the audience with songs celebrating wellbeing, community, and fun, performed in English, Te Reo MÄori, and NZSL.
The TĆ«Ä« and the Kahikatea
$40 Adults, $5 Community Services Cardholders, Free for and 18 years and under
Presented by Aroha and Chamber Music NZ, this event features a powerful collaboration of music and poetry. The renowned New Zealand musiciansâPeter Scholes (clarinet), Simeon Broom (violin), James Tennant (cello), and Katherine Austin (piano)âperform Messiaenâs iconic eight-movement quartet, composed in a WWII prisoner of war camp. Accompanied by poet Faumuina Felolini Maria Tafunaâi, whose evocative Pacifica poetry addresses the climate change crisis, the performance blends transcendent music and poignant words, reflecting on the core of human existence and the courage needed in the face of todayâs global challenges.
Community serves card holder and 18 and under pricing available from the Turner Centre Box Office only
Community Kapa Haka Programme
Recommended price $140, Choose What you Pay from $10 (+ booking fee)
Step into the world of kapa haka with the Turner Centre's 8-week program led by NgÄti RÄhia's Rawi Pere, Crystal Harden, Denny Harden, and Daniel Kaiawe. Immerse yourself in this cultural journey exploring Poi, Haka, Choral, Action Songs, and Entry Waiata, culminating in a performance on June 25th during Matariki week where you will take the stage on front of friends and whÄnau. Limited to 50 spaces, participants must commit to all 10 sessions, including the final performance. Join us to strengthen community bonds and promote inclusivity through the transformative power of kapa haka.
Heath Franklin’s Chopper – The Last Hard Bastard on Earth
Adult $45.50, Concession $42.50 (+booking fee)
The year is 2030. Humanity is all but wiped out, and there is only one man who can save us from the Softcockalypse. Strap in, Chopper is back! Stand up comedy show. R16
Ans Westra – Exhibition Opening
Free entry
Ans Westra: Kerikeri 2025 showcases the iconic photographerâs work for the first time in Kerikeri. Presented with {Suite}, the exhibition features 25 images from Te Tai Tokerau, alongside other well-known works.
Born in the Netherlands and based in Aotearoa from 1957, Ans Westraâs candid images of New Zealand life and te ao MÄori are a lasting legacy. This exhibition highlights her unique ability to capture moments of everyday life, with prints available for sale and access to her ongoing digital archive.
Springbank School Presents: Dream On
Adult $25, Under 18 and Senior $18 (+ booking fee) Two dates: 6th and 7th of May
What happens when love, mischief, magic, and the modern world collide?
In this reimagining of A Midsummer Nightâs Dream, four young lovers get caught in a whirlwind of fairy tricks, mistaken identities, and magical chaos. Meanwhile, a bumbling theatre troupe stumbles into their own hilarious entanglements, all under the mischievous eyes of Puck and the feuding fairy royalty.
Dream On by Micky Delahunty is a fast-paced, colourful celebration of love, dreams, and the unexpected magic around us. Presented by Springbank School, this fun and heartfelt production showcases the incredible talent of the studentsâyou wonât want to miss it!
THE MICHAEL JACKSON HISTORY SHOW
Earlybird $61, Child $42, Adult $71, Seniors $64 (+booking fee)
Showtime proudly presents a spectacular tribute to the King of Pop in this full-scale stage production. Experience the magic of Michael Jacksonâs iconic hits brought to life by the incredible Garth Field, whose electrifying performance captures the essence of the legendary entertainer. Featuring a live band, choreographed dancers, authentic costumes, cutting-edge sound, stunning lighting, and dazzling effects, this is a mind-blowing concert experience you wonât want to miss!
Lunchtime Concerts: Musicals on the Menu
Recommended price $20, Choose What you Pay from $5 (+ booking fee)With Support from Oakridge Villas
Shaan Kloet presents Musicals on the Menu, a musical theatre concert featuring iconic Broadway hits and hidden gems. A graduate of the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art, Shaan has had a dynamic career, including playing Mary Poppins in Amiciâs 2020 production and starring as Elphaba in Wicked. Highlights of her career include performing in CATS and Pirates of Penzance. Now the Operations Director at People Potential, Shaan balances her career with motherhood. Her concert promises an unforgettable lunchtime experience, celebrating the music that defines musical theatre. This performance is made possible with the support of Oakridge Villas.
HAUS of YOLO
Adult $45, Seniors $39 (+booking fee)
A high-energy, circus-theatre experience by The Dust Palace, this show blends stunning acrobatics, live sewing, and party tunes. Watch as the head designer of HAUS of YOLO creates the âKerikeriâ collection live on stage, fusing fast fashion with thrilling circus routines. With a mix of comedy, daring stunts, and live fashion creation, this fun and cheeky show brings high stakes and high voltage to the stage for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
The Bay of Islands Singers present: Gloria!
General Admission, Adult $40, Student $15 (under 18 or with student ID) $0 2 years and younger, $5
community service card holders
GLORIA! A classical choral concert presented by the Bay of Islands Singers under the baton of John Jackets. The choir is joined by a stunning quartet of young soloists: Tania Priebs (Kerikeri), Claudia Evans (Whangarei), Scott Bezett (Hamilton), and Jarvis Dams (Auckland). The choir and audience will also enjoy the fine playing of our visiting orchestra, with Michael Bell on the organ.
It is rare to hear full-length choral works in concert these days, but the BOI Singers strive to bring such wonderful music from this repertoire to audiences in the Far North. This concert presents a varied programme of music from the baroque, romantic, and contemporary eras.
The NZSO presents: Masterworks
Adult $45, Concession (GC, CSC, F4FC) $42, Child (under 18) $17 (+ booking fee )
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra returns with Masterworks, a stunning evening of orchestral brilliance conducted by James Judd, Music Director Emeritus of the NZSO. The programme features Haydnâs Symphony No. 100 Military, Griegâs Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, and Beethovenâs Symphony No. 6 Pastoral â a beloved celebration of nature and harmony.
The concert also includes the Aotearoa premiere of Briar Prastitiâs The Garden, a vibrant new work commissioned through the NZSO/SOUNZ Tarling Trust.
From the elegance of the classical era to the emotion of contemporary voices, Masterworks showcases the full power and beauty of live orchestral music.
NgÄ Reta
Pay What You Choose from $10 (+booking fee)
This show is spoken completely in Te ReĆ MÄori
Performed entirely in te reo MÄori, NgÄ Reta is a powerful solo show about identity, whakapapa, and the pull of home. Urban MÄori Mia wants nothing to do with her culture â until a box of letters arrives from Nan, revealing her mumâs journey through womanhood and shaking everything she thought she knew.
Twelve characters. One actor. Written and performed by award-winning Te Huamanuka Luiten-Apirana, NgÄ Reta has toured the motu and returns this Matariki to the Turner Centre.
Flock!
Auditorium allocated seating, $40 Adult, $35 seniors, $30 students (+ booking fee)
This event has multiple sessions. 20/06/2025 starting at 7pm and ending at 9:30 pm
21/06/2025 starting at 7pm and ending at 9:30pm
World Premiere Alert! When aliens take over a New Zealand research farm, to develop glowing sheep as food for an invading army, a hero ram must survive the ups and downs of rural farm life, save his hot love interest and band together a rag tag bunch of farm animals to defeat the extraterrestrial threat!
John Chen Piano
General Admission ,$45 Adult, $5 community services card holders, $0 under 18 Years
Aroha Music Society in partnership with Chamber Music NZ presents this all-French programme, featuring a range of masterpieces from the Romantic and Post-Romantic periods.
Poulencâs delightful Novelettes are followed by four original transcriptions of Duparcâs haunting songs. Two cornerstones of the Romantic piano literature follow: Franckâs passionate and profound Prelude, Chorale and Fugue and FaurĂ©âs melancholic Theme and Variations. The programme concludes with Saint-SaĂ«nsâ 6 Etudes, full of Gallic charm and flair.
New Zealand pianist John Chen launched his career by winning the 2004 Sydney International Piano Competition, where he also won prizes for his interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Chamber music and Concerto. Since then, he has performed across Europe, Asia, North America, Africa, and extensively in Australia and New Zealand.
Brew of Islands
General Admission, $40 Adult, $35 Group 6+ ( +plus booking fee)
Get ready for a craft beer adventure like no other in the stunning Bay of Islands! đđș
Brew of Islands brings together the best local and national breweries, mouth-watering food vendors, and epic live entertainment for a festival packed with flavour and fun. Whether youâre a craft beer connoisseur or just keen for a great time, expect exclusive brews, delicious eats, and an electric atmosphereâwith new surprises around every corner!
đ Featuring Breweries:Â Garage Project - Urbanaut - Phat House - Parrotdog - Kanui - McLeods - 8 Wired - Double Vision.
Tickets go on sale March 27th â mark your calendars, grab your mates, and get ready.
1 Day. 2 Sessions. Don't end up thirsty - get your tickets early. Brews. Beats. Feast. Repeat.
MÄtariki Glow Show
General Admission, Adult & Senior $20, Child $15.
The magical Matariki Glow Show will tour New Zealand from May 2025, through the school terms and holidays!
The Glow Show is an extraordinary experience that educates as it entertains, delivering an utterly original event for all the family. This year, the Glow Show tells the story of te kahui whetu o Matariki (the star cluster/whanau of Matariki) as they gather to light up the skies for te tau hou Maori (Maori New Year). But where is the smallest star, Waipuna-a-rangi? Could the little one be lost in the moana? The Glow Show brings the beautiful Matariki myths to life with its unique puppets, intriguing tamariki wherever it goes.
Chris Parker
General Admission $39.90, R16 (+booking fee)
Join award-winning comedian Chris Parker for an hour of feverishly paced, hilariously expressive comedy as he tackles a lifetime of "drama queen" allegations head-on. Fresh off hosting the NZ Comedy Festival Galas and starring on Thank God Youâre Here, Chris brings his signature mix of stand-up, variety, and unapologetic storytelling to the stage. With rave reviews like "sore sides from laughing" (NZ Herald â
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Delanely Davidson Anniversary Tour Kerikeri
General Admission $45 ( + plus booking fee )
With multiple album Anniversaries this year, Delaney Davidson takes to the road in July to celebrate his extensive and star-studded catalogue with special band the Anniversaries - Heather Webb - Guitar, Alex Freer - Drums, Mark Hughes - Bass.
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