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Reboot: The Jim Barr & Mary Barr Collection

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +1200

Start: 23 Feb 2008 - 00:00

End: 15 Jun 2008 - 00:00

An energetic multimedia exhibition of contemporary art from the Jim Barr and Mary Barr Collection, showcasing acclaimed young New Zealand artists alongside international luminaries.

Blood, Earth, Fire - Whangai, Whenua, Ahi Ka: The Transformation of Aotearoa New Zealand

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +1200

Start: 29 Apr 2006 - 00:00

End: 29 Apr 2011 - 00:00

People have transformed Aotearoa New Zealand from forests and wetlands to farms and cities and introduced thousands of new species along the way.

Blood, Earth, Fire tells this dramatic story. And it reveals how people have developed a sense of belonging here, caring for the place they now call home.

The Scots

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +1200

Start: 18 Aug 2007 - 00:00

End: 1 Feb 2010 - 00:00

Think 'Scots in New Zealand', and your thoughts will probably turn to tartan, bagpipes, and 'Auld Lang Syne'. But look beyond these and you'll find a Scottish presence everywhere in New Zealand life.

Tangata o le Moana: The story of Pacific people in New Zealand

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +1200

Start: 20 Oct 2007 - 00:00

End: 24 Sep 2012 - 00:00

This exhibition is the story of Pacific people past and present, in all areas of life – on the street, on the sports field, in the recording studio, on the political stage, and beyond. There are highs, and there are lows – from the dawn raids of the 1970s to Tana Umaga becoming first Pacific captain of the All Blacks.

Toi Te Papa Art of the Nation

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:48:11 +1200

Start: 25 Oct 2006 - 00:00

End: 25 Sep 2009 - 00:00

Toi Te Papa Art of the Nation is Te Papa's flagship art exhibition. It captures the richness of New Zealand's artistic heritage - Maori, European, Pacific - in a diverse range of artworks drawn from Te Papa's impressive visual arts collections. It shows the journey of New Zealand's art over the years.

Montana World of WearableArt Awards Show (WOW)

amyw — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 13:54:43 +1300

Start: 25 Sep 2008 - 00:00

End: 5 Oct 2008 - 00:00

The Montana World of WearableArt Awards Show is a non-stop spectacular!

Artists from throughout New Zealand and around the world enter truly amazing garments that are presented in a two hour show of movement, colour, sound and light.

Aniwaniwa: Brett Graham & Rachael Rakena

amyw — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:41:48 +1300

Start: 23 Feb 2008 - 00:00

End: 15 Jun 2008 - 00:00

Aniwaniwa--te hokinga mai. The stunning large-scale collaborative art work by Brett Graham and Rachael Rakena comes to City Gallery Wellington direct from a triumphant showing at the 52nd Venice Biennale. Central to the work is the theme of submersion, as a metaphor for cultural loss.

Last Riot: AES+F

amyw — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:44:45 +1300

Start: 23 Feb 2008 - 00:00

End: 15 Jun 2008 - 00:00

AES+F’s Last Riot (2007) will light the City Gallery eerily with its presence. The show, whose only New Zealand venue is the City Gallery, is a provocative component of the International Festival of the Arts programme. Last Riot is a three-channel video work, where the virtual world is envisaged as a vast self-propagating and mutating organism which is growing exponentially.

Special FX: Secrets Behind the Screen

tinan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:03:00 +1300

Start: 19 Apr 2008 - 15:59

End: 22 Jun 2008 - 15:59

Step into the amazing world of special effects and star in your own action-packed ‘mini movie’ when the popular exhibition Special FX: secrets behind the screen comes to Capital E.

Ideal for 7-14 years

Cats

tinan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:17:11 +1300

Start: 22 May 2008 - 16:00

End: 7 Jun 2008 - 16:00

Wellington’s Opera House will transform into a magical world of lushly orchestrated music, gasp-inducing dance, songs that draw excited laughter one moment, and soaring wonder the next. Only one show brings all of the facets of musical theatre together so completely and produces an experience that stays with you forever; Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats.

The Food Show

tinan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:32:05 +1300

Start: 16 May 2008 - 16:27

End: 18 May 2008 - 16:27

Delight in a vast range of specialty products from New Zealand and beyond. There’s great coffee, organic meats, boutique wine, cheeses, chutneys and cookware to consider.

IVECO Series Rugby: All Blacks v Ireland

tinan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:47:26 +1300

Start: 7 Jun 2008 - 16:43

Support the All Blacks as they take on Ireland as part of the 2008 Iveco Series.

Phillips Tri Nations Rugby Test - All Blacks vs South Africa

tinan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:50:52 +1300

Start: 5 Jul 2008 - 16:47

The test match of 2008. The South African Springboks take on the All Blacks right here in Wellington.

Matariki Festival at Te Papa

tinan — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:00:42 +1300

Start: 2 Jun 2008 - 10:59

End: 29 Jun 2008 - 10:59

Experience a dazzling three-week festival of entertainment at Te Papa. On offer is a unique and exciting programme of traditional and contemporary music and dance, a Matariki Hangi Cuisine Cook-Off, and a host of fun-filled activities for family members of all ages. Come in and enjoy the celebrations!

Rita Angus: Life and Vision

tinan — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:03:47 +1300

Start: 5 Jul 2008 - 11:00

End: 5 Oct 2008 - 11:00

Rita Angus: Life and Vision documents the art and life of one of New Zealand’s most significant and best-loved artists. It brings together nearly 200 works, including sketchbooks and studies. These, along with photographs and letters, will offer the most comprehensive display ever of Angus’s art and its personal and social context.

NZ Job Expo

tinan — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:08:16 +1300

Start: 14 Jun 2008 - 17:00

End: 15 Jun 2008 - 17:00

In one weekend, under one roof, the NZ Job Expo brings hundreds of employers from around the nation together with job seekers. The NZ Job Expo makes it as easy as possible for you to talk face-to-face with experts about changing your lifestyle – whether it’s to find that ‘perfect’ job, move to another region, or learn new skills.

The American Pilot

tinan — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:23:35 +1300

Start: 10 May 2008 - 10:19

End: 14 Jun 2008 - 10:19

When an American plane crash-lands in a remote valley of a distant country, the residents of a small rural village take in the wounded pilot. But should they hellp him, murder him, or use him as a pawn in a dangerous game with the enemy?

NBR NZ Opera: Hansel and Gretel

tinan — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 05:13:40 +1300

Start: 12 Jul 2008 - 00:00

End: 14 Jul 2008 - 00:00

This century-old take on a popular Grimm fairytale is ever true today, as the audience follows Hansel and Gretel along the overgrown path from childhood innocence to adult awareness.

Royal NZ Ballet: Romeo and Juliet

tinan — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 05:17:20 +1300

Start: 20 Aug 2008 - 00:14

End: 24 Aug 2008 - 00:14

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 Laurence Oliver Award for Best Production in 2005.

Soweto Gospel Choir

tinan — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 05:25:59 +1300

Start: 31 May 2008 - 00:23

Winner of the 2006 and 2007 Grammy Award in the Best Traditional World Music category, the Soweto Gospel Choir continually captivates the hearts of audiences with its amazing vocal harmonies and earthy rhythms.

Tango Fire

tinan — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 06:08:23 +1300

Start: 26 Jun 2008 - 00:27

End: 27 Jun 2008 - 00:27

Andrew Kay and David Vigo present Estampas Porteñas in Tango Fire - “A sizzling sensual taste of the real thing!”

Hot Red Hawkes Bay 2008

tinan — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:07:00 +1300

Start: 21 May 2008 - 12:50

The Hawke's Bay's national red wine expo showcases the regions top red wines. Meet the winemakers from over 20 award-winning wineries and taste up to 100 top quality Hawke's Bay wines at the only national red wine expo.

For more information visit:
www.winehawkesbay.co.nz

National Jewellery Showcase

tinan — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:47:35 +1200

Start: 6 Jun 2008 - 18:44

End: 8 Jun 2008 - 18:44

The National Jewellery Showcase is a unique public exhibition, and nearly all of the work is for sale. This is your chance to view and purchase work by New Zealand’s jewellery designers. It’s also a chance to meet the designers themselves and hear first hand the stories behind the work.

Tribute08

tinan — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:52:04 +1200

Start: 30 May 2008 - 18:49

End: 1 Jun 2008 - 18:49

Tribute08 will be a commemoration and reunion event for all New Zealand Vietnam Veterans and their families. This event will be of national significance with an international perspective and interest.

Veterans from other forces that served in Vietnam will also attend.

Bone

tinan — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:55:17 +1200

Start: 17 May 2008 - 12:52

End: 7 Jun 2008 - 12:52

Bone came out of the Royal Court Young Writer’s programme and was first performed at The Royal Court Jerwood Theatre Upstairs on 9 September 2004.

Love Song

tinan — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:59:00 +1200

Start: 14 Jun 2008 - 12:56

End: 19 Jul 2008 - 12:56

A rich and quirky comedy from hot young American playwright John Kolvenbach.

Official Draw for the inaugural FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

tinan — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:59:30 +1200

Start: 1 Jun 2008 - 17:55

Wellington has been selected to host the Official Draw for the inaugural FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The glittering event is expected to attract high profile attendees from some of FIFA's 208 Member Associations who will have attended the 58th FIFA Congress held in Sydney on 29 and 30 May.

Fiona Hall: Force Field

tinan — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 12:02:06 +1200

Start: 12 Jul 2008 - 13:53

End: 19 Oct 2008 - 13:53

Fiona Hall is one of the most audacious, captivating and singular artists in the world today. Her exquisitely crafted sardine tins, that reveal aspects of human sexuality and botanical history are, by public vote, the most popular artworks on display at the National Gallery of Australia.

My Brilliant Divorce

tinan — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:28:15 +1200

Start: 30 May 2008 - 16:18

End: 28 Jun 2008 - 16:18

See Ginette McDonald starring in this hilarious one-woman tour de force!

The Last 5 Years

tinan — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:57:07 +1200

Start: 15 May 2008 - 16:48

End: 24 May 2008 - 16:48

Her story starts at the end of their relationship; his story begins on the day they meet.

A stunningly provocative piece exploring the cause and effect of love, ambition and regret.

NZ Film Features for Kids

tinan — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:00:21 +1200

Start: 16 Apr 2008 - 14:54

End: 28 May 2008 - 14:54

Wednesday nights are NZ Feature nights screening every surviving New Zealand feature film in the cinema here at least one time.

Features for Kids (of all ages) will run until the end of May for the school holidays.

2008 New Zealand Affordable Art Show

tinan — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:57:27 +1200

Start: 1 Aug 2008 - 12:53

End: 3 Aug 2008 - 12:53

The fifth annual New Zealand Affordable Art Show is back again, with thousands of artworks from hundreds of kiwi artists all for sale.

The NZ Affordable Art Show is a true celebration of New Zealand art, bringing art to the community in a non-threatening and welcoming environment.

Etiquette for the Homesick

tinan — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:57:41 +1200

Start: 2 May 2008 - 15:51

End: 8 Jun 2008 - 15:51

An exhibition by Wellington artists Genevieve Packer and Caroline McQuarrie that puts the domestic arts in a new light.

The Wedding Show

tinan — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:07:33 +1200

Start: 20 Jul 2008 - 16:00

The Wellington Winter Wedding Show expo is aiming to be the sparkling jewel in Wellington's wedding crown, with upmarket exhibits in pleasant, striking, elegant surroundings.

• First 100 brides though the doors will each receive a gift bag full of goodies
• Bridal Fashion Shows at 11am and 2pm

Women’s Lifestyle Expo

tinan — Fri, 02 May 2008 13:41:19 +1200

Start: 9 Aug 2008 - 13:38

End: 10 Aug 2008 - 13:38

The Women's Lifestyle Expos have been well anticipated weekends in New Zealand since 1996. Held as annual events in nine cities around New Zealand, the Expos bring together an extensive variety of services and products aimed at today's women.

Suzuki Pulse vs LG Northern Mystics

tinan — Fri, 02 May 2008 13:48:24 +1200

Start: 26 May 2008 - 13:44

The Suzuki Pulse’s next home game against the LG Northern Mystics, part of the ANZ Championships – the new trans tasman competition which sees the best netballers in the world taking the court.

For more information visit: www.pulse.org.nz

Suzuki Pulse vs Waikato/BOP Magic

tinan — Fri, 02 May 2008 13:52:45 +1200

Start: 21 Jun 2008 - 13:49

The Suzuki Pulse’s final Wellington home game against the Waikato/ BOP Magic, in the ANZ Championships – the new trans tasman competition which sees the best netballers in the world taking the court.

Toast martinborough

tinan — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:13:38 +1200

Start: 16 Nov 2008 - 16:00

Experience the exclusive Toast Martinborough flair for yourself on Sunday 16 November 2008. Fine wine, food and music combine to make a great day out:

Cinerella on Ice

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 10:01:09 +1200

Start: 23 Jul 2008 - 00:56

End: 27 Jul 2008 - 00:56

In one of the theatrical events of 2008, The Imperial Ice Stars return with a magnificent telling of one of the greatest stories of all time. Cinderella on Ice unites the much-loved heroine and her Prince Charming in a spectacular new telling of the story, on ice.

The Dentist's Chair

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 10:12:08 +1200

Start: 26 Aug 2008 - 10:00

End: 30 Aug 2008 - 10:00

This dark, sexy comedy hit a nerve at the International New Zealand Arts Festival, selling out and captivating its audiences. Don't miss out when The Dentist's Chair makes a limited return to Wellington, sinking its teeth into the stage at The Opera House.

Albert is a dentist with a gift for easing others' pain – but not his own.

Steven Berkoff: One Man

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 10:22:27 +1200

Start: 15 Oct 2008 - 10:14

End: 16 Oct 2008 - 10:14

After storming the Australian stages in 2005 with his show Shakespeare’s Villains, theatre's enfant terrible comes to The Opera House.

Moving Towards a Balanced Earth: Kick the Carbon Habit

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:28:16 +1200

Start: 5 Jun 2008 - 13:22

End: 6 May 2010 - 13:22

Experience this international contemporary art exhibition exploring the future of the environment. Featuring works by Ralph Hotere and Bill Culbert, Mounir Fatmi, Bill Viola, and Susan Norrie.

Monet and the Impressionists

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:31:35 +1200

Start: 14 Feb 2009 - 13:29

End: 31 May 2009 - 13:29

This is a rare chance to see some of the world’s most famous and best-loved Impressionist paintings, including Claude Monet's Water Lilies, Haystacks, and Meadow with Poplars. Around 30 works by Monet will be displayed alongside Impressionist masterpieces by Renoir, Pissarro, Degas, Sisley, Cézanne, and others.

E Tū Ake: Standing Strong

tinan — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:32:50 +1200

Start: 8 Nov 2008 - 13:31

End: 1 Jan 2009 - 13:31

E Tū Ake: Standing Strong is a contemporary Māori exhibition. It presents a living culture, through taonga (ancestral treasures) of great beauty, dynamic contemporary art, photography and design, and a range of digital media.

Boyz ll Men - Legends of RnB Tour 2008

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:18:49 +1200

Start: 28 May 2008 - 13:14

With an astounding 85 million records sold and two sold out tours of Australia and New Zealand, the undisputed Kings of RnB - Boyz II Men, are making their way back down under to perform a string of their legendary hits spanning over 15 years.

Mary J. Blige

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:31:55 +1200

Start: 17 Jun 2008 - 13:23

The supremely stylish and exceedingly beautiful Mary J Blige is also without doubt one of the great singers of our time. The proof is in the consistent worldwide #1 albums and singles, her 23 Grammy nominations and 8 Grammy wins, seven multi-platinum records and over 15-years of equal parts respect and adoration from the public, critics and fellow artists.

Scotland The Brave

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:40:43 +1200

Start: 19 Jul 2008 - 13:36

Scotland The Brave is the smash hit celebration of the best of Scottish music, song and dance, which has captivated audiences throughout Australia, New Zealand and North America.

Ten Tenors

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:46:47 +1200

Start: 21 Jun 2008 - 13:42

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.

NZ “Open to the World” Ballroom & Latin Champs

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:57:48 +1200

Start: 23 Aug 2008 - 13:49

End: 24 Aug 2008 - 13:49

Wellington is set to host The 57th annual New Zealand Amateur and Professional Ballroom and Latin American Championship (called DanceSport).

KidsFair – The Family Expo

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:10:41 +1200

Start: 5 Jul 2008 - 14:00

End: 7 Jul 2008 - 14:00

KidsFair is New Zealand's only Expo showcasing the best products and services for children, from pre-schoolers through Primary to Intermediate School age.

Lenny Henry

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:19:45 +1200

Start: 31 Jul 2008 - 14:11

Fresh from a sell-out UK season, multi-talented comedian Lenny Henry returns to New Zealand in July for a national tour with his new show, `Where You From? Bringing together the very best of Lenny Henry, it`s an electrifying mix of stand-up, music and character comedy, all wrapped in his warm comic take on the world.

Rome - The Musical

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:34:01 +1200

Start: 21 Jun 2008 - 14:30

End: 26 Jul 2008 - 14:30

You are invited to a fun-packed evening of lust, greed and murder. Welcome to the Caesars! And a Roman feast of power, politics and intrigue.

Mammals

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:36:32 +1200

Start: 2 Aug 2008 - 14:34

End: 30 Aug 2008 - 14:34

A funny, razor-sharp portrait of modern family life that unpeels the layers of stories and fictions we tell each other and our kids.

Bombshells

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:39:45 +1200

Start: 26 Jul 2008 - 14:37

End: 23 Aug 2008 - 14:37

Savvy, sexy and exquisitely crafted, Bombshells is a one-woman play which humorously exposes six women balancing the demands of their inner and outer lives with funny and touching portrayals of the modern female.

Sonnets Unplugged

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:45:41 +1200

Start: 30 Aug 2008 - 14:42

End: 20 Sep 2008 - 14:42

This fine selection of Shakespeare’s Sonnets is magnificently brought together in a spirited evening filled with gripping drama and passionate romance. Often comic, feisty, sad and sensual, this brilliant selection of Shakespeare’s poems explores the full spectrum of human emotion.

Drinking Games

tinan — Fri, 09 May 2008 14:56:03 +1200

Start: 27 Sep 2008 - 14:46

End: 25 Oct 2008 - 14:46

Back in school they enjoyed vodka tonics for lunch at Gary’s mum’s place until Steve threw up in a beaker at science class. These days, stretching the tenuous ties of the decades, Gary, Steve, Dave and Tim meet once a month to play tennis which serves as a foreplay to drinking. But the things that brought the men together now seem less potent than what is driving them apart.

Wings Over Wairarapa 2009

tinan — Mon, 12 May 2008 16:13:38 +1200

Start: 17 Jan 2009 - 16:00

End: 18 Jan 2009 - 16:00

Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year the Wings Over Wairarapa brand, owned and managed by the Masterton based New Zealand Sport & Vintage Aviation Society, is now firmly established as a must see biennial event on the Australasian aviation event calendar.

Jodi Picoult

tinan — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:52:56 +1200

Start: 23 May 2008 - 16:50

Wellington City Libraries present best-selling writer Jodi Picoult's only Wellington Event. Hear the American author talk about her 15 novels in an on-stage conversation and there is an opportunity for audience questions.