Aug 8th: Game of Tones with Mieke Boynton, Christchurch
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Removing colour from a photograph can enhance its textures, emphasise the light, and simplify its message; however, in many cases, we take our photos because the colours call to us, and removing them can sometimes result ...
Aug 8th: Creating Art with Purpose, Christchurch
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What if your photography could do more than capture a moment – what if it could connect to who you are, communicate with purpose and create meaningful impact?
In this presentation, Leigh Schneider, Fine Art ...
Aug 8th: The Golden Hour Photography Trade Exhibition, Christchurch
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Join us for afternoon tea and visit the trade exhibition – talk to your favourite camera brands and photographic suppliers, and join in on the mini events happening throughout this 90 minute event. What ...
Aug 10th: Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026: A Blue Note, by …, Christchurch
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Come enjoy this tribute to the iconic Blue Note Records as internationally acclaimed neo-soul artist Sacha Vee brings her signature velvet tone and magnetic stage presence to a special one-off performance. This immersive ...
Aug 11th: Rising Stars 2026: Terence Yang Flute Recital, Christchurch
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Terence is a flute student of Anthony Ferner and a year 11 music scholarship student at St Andrew’s College. Terence is also a very accomplished pianist studying with Lixin Zhang. He is passionate about music and ...
Aug 12th: Alan Davies, Christchurch
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Christchurch audiences can experience an evening with one of Britain’s most beloved comedians as Alan Davies brings his brand-new live show, Think Ahead, to the city. Returning to New Zealand for the first time in ...
Aug 13th: Jazz Club 2026 - Jennine Bailey, Christchurch
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Join Jennine and her fabulous band as they reimagine the classic and beautiful music of Billie Holiday. From jazz to blues to early R&B, this special evening will have something for everyone. Set within the historic ...
Aug 14th: Sanjay Patel: The Drive, Christchurch
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As performed at the 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Sanjay is offering up a potentially unasked for service: driving you to his solo comedy show. To pass the time (conveniently equivalent to the show's ...
Aug 14th: CSO & Rova Present: The Music of Hans Zimmer, Christchurch
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Benjamin Northey - Chief Conductor Andrew Pogson - Presenter From the thunderous pulse of "Inception", "The Dark Knight" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" to the soaring themes of "Gladiator", "Interstellar", and "The ...
Aug 15th: Steve Reich: Music for 18 Musicians – 50th Anniversary NZ …, Christchurch
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On April 24, 1976, Steve Reich’s Music for 18 Musicians premiered and changed the sound of contemporary music. Nearly 50 years later, it finally arrives in Aotearoa. Join us on 15 August at The Piano, ...
Aug 15th: Kirsty Webeck: Lost For Words, Christchurch
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After a huge 2025 tour, Kirsty is back to show you that the words just keep flowing and that they’re always hilarious. As seen on 7 Days, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee and the New Zealand Comedy Festival ...
Aug 17th: Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2026: Korimako Trio, Christchurch
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Discover this fresh trio comprising Michael Endres, Rolf Gjelsten, and Helene Pohl, all renowned for their intelligent, sparkling playing. This new trio Korimako brings together three internationally renowned ...
Aug 20th: Jazz Club 2026 - Tiger Moth, Christchurch
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Tiger Moth return to the Great Hall, where they will circumnavigate the music globe, playing everything from jazzy-pop tunes to poppy-jazz tunes. This unmissable show is purpose-designed for the vibe and grandeur of the ...
Aug 22nd: Bottom Surgery, Christchurch
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“So... can you have kids now?” Join burlesque artist and comedian Lily Catastrophe in a Christchurch season of her award-winning debut BOTTOM SURGERY, a semi-autobiographical variety show about trying to get ...
Aug 22nd: Big Sima & Boomtown: The Price Of Peace EP Release Tour …, Christchurch
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The road warriors are back for their 6th national tour and they're closing out the Peace Trilogy in style. Three years, three EPs, and Big Sima and Boomtown show no signs of slowing down. The Price Of Peace EP Release ...
Aug 22nd: Lucas & Arthur Jussen, Christchurch
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The two Dutchmen are formidable storytellers, who captivate listeners with their spellbinding craft for light-and-shadow effects Der Tagesspiegel Lucas and Arthur Jussen are among the most sought-after piano duos of ...
Aug 25th: Rising Stars 2026: Keina Rollinson Cello and Marimba Recital, Christchurch
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Keina Rollinson (aged 18) is a multi-instrumentalist who has been studying percussion, cello and trombone since the age of 9. Currently she is a first year Bachelor of Music student at the University of Canterbury and ...
Aug 27th: Jazz Club 2026 - River City Jazzmen, Neill Pickard, Christchurch
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The River City Jazzmen are New Zealand’s premier Dixieland jazz band, bringing a night of high-energy swing, toe-tapping rhythms, and pure musical joy. Their shows always sell out! Set within the historic Great ...
Sep 1st: Rising Stars 2026: Burnside High School Specialist Music …, Christchurch
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Burnside High School nurtures and produces some very fine musicians. In this concert you will hear the current crop of talented students performing a rich variety of instruments. This event is part of the Rising Stars ...
Sep 3rd: Jazz Club 2026 - Honey Coolers, Christchurch
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Honey Coolers is a stylish jazz ensemble dedicated to the timeless sounds of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s - the golden era of American jazz. Immerse yourself in elegant melodies and soulful improvisation, all delivered with ...
Sep 3rd: Quiz Night : Divergence 2026 Edition, Christchurch
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Join your quiz hosts MC. HANNAH and VANILLA NICE for a night of connection and conversation over answerable questions! After two successful annual Divergence Festival quiz nights, we're excited to be bringing quiz ...
Sep 5th: The Broken Heartbreakers - Album Release Tour, Christchurch
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Ōtepoti’s longstanding indie folk favourites The Broken Heartbreakers have emerged from the mists to announce their brand new album, as well as a full nationwide tour this September. Imagine If We Could Just Keep ...
Sep 5th: Wonderland After Dark : Be.Here.Now, Christchurch
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Thriving Madly proudly presents Wonderland After Dark : Be.Here.Now ! Once again this burlesque and variety showcase is the fabulous finale to Thriving Madly's Divergence : A Festival of Madness, with this year's ...
Sep 8th: Rising Stars 2026: Michael Endres Piano Students, Christchurch
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Today we present Rising Stars who are mentored by internationally renowned concert pianist Michael Endres. Come along to hear the wonderful music and talent of these young pianists during this lunchtime. Michael is in ...
