Direct from New York and celebrating their 25th anniversary, world-renowned Complexions Contemporary Ballet returns to Auckland this May showcasing their distinctive brand of sheer passion, awe-inspiring skill and pure physically set to the iconic soundtracks of musical maestros - J.S. Bach and David Bowie.
Across two stunning dance works, sixteen phenomenal dancers from the prestigious company, led by world renowned choreographer Dwight Rhoden and dance virtuoso Desmond Richardson, will take to The Civic stage for five breathtaking performances which reviewers have described as a ‘sublime fusion of dance and exquisite ballet technique’. Set in two acts, the first an awe-inspiring dance to the classical works of Bach, showcasing the technical perfection, musicality and versatility of the company; the second is a dazzling homage to the iconic and chameleon spirit of David Bowie, fusing his greatest hits to form a rock-inspired ballet in his honour.
This year will see the Complexions Contemporary Ballet celebrate their 25th anniversary with a gala ball in New York City. Well known as one of the world’s most progressive and respected dance companies, the company has performed to audiences all around the world. Of Bach to Bowie, Broadway World called the show ‘A timeless piece of contemporary art’, while Billboard Magazine described the show as ‘inventive, emotionally satisfying and just plain joyful’ and the company ‘utterly transfixing’.
Auckland Live director Robbie Macrae looks forward to welcoming the company to Auckland in May. “Auckland Live is dedicated to bringing the world’s most innovative and dynamic performing arts companies to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Complexions Contemporary Ballet is one such company and we are delighted to bring this extraordinary ensemble back to Auckland,” says Mr Macrae.
Complexions Contemporary Ballet’s Bach to Bowie will run from Thursday 9 - Sunday 12 May at The Civic. Tickets go on sale Wednesday March 20, 9am. Tickets*: Premium Elite, $125, Premium, $84.90. For more information and to book tickets go to www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/complexions *Service fees apply.
In celebration of the company’s commitment to fostering young talent, Auckland Live has created a special student group price of $10** a ticket, while available. For more information please contact groups@ticketmaster.co.nz. **Terms and Conditions apply
‘THE FRONT LAWN’ REUNITES TO BRING CLAYMATION KIDS SERIES ‘KIRI AND LOU’ TO LIFE
The friendship between two prehistoric creatures (Kiri, a feisty little dinosaur and Lou, a gentle, dreamy creature) has rekindled the creative partnership of two of NZ’s best loved artists, Harry Sinclair and Don McGlashan, who collaborated in the 80s as musical comedy performance duo ‘The Front Lawn’.
Aimed at children aged 3-7, and set in the prehistoric forest of Aotearoa, Kiri and Lou is a gently humorous series, helping children (and their parents!) learn to handle their emotions. Written and directed by Sinclair (Topless Women Talk About Their Lives, The Price of Milk) and with songs co- written with McGlashan, an all-star cast has assembled for the project. Jemaine Clement voices the role of Lou, with Olivia Tennet playing Kiri, and Kiwi favourites Rima Te Wiata, Jaquie Brown, Josh Thomson and Mark Wright also lend their vocal talents to the ensemble cast.
Producer Fiona Copland has teamed with Sinclair and with world class animation director Antony Elworthy (lead animator on Wes Anderson’s recent Isle of Dogs) to form a new stop motion animation studio, Stretchy, based in Christchurch. The studio has attracted top animators from around the world and is presently underway with a second series of Kiri and Lou.
“We are trying to make something truly beautiful for kids, which celebrates New Zealandness, and draws the audience into a charming world where kindness rules,” says Sinclair.
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RUSSELL HOWARD HEADS BACK TO NZ IN 2020 FOR HIS 'RESPITE WORLD TOUR'
After the global success of Netflix special Recalibrate, The Russell Howard Hour - which spawned over 127 million views worldwide on social media - and 2017 international record-breaking sell-out tour Round The World, RUSSELL HOWARD, one of the UK’s most successful comedians, returns to NZ with his largest world stand-up tour to date, Respite.
Direct from a UK arena tour including two shows at London’s Wembley Arena and runs in Europe, America and Canada, the New Zealand premiere of Respite will commence on Monday 27 July 2020 in Auckland and will be followed by performances in Wellington and Christchurch. Breaking the record for the biggest ever stand-up show in China on his last tour, Russell will then return to play Shanghai and Beijing and go on to perform in India and South Africa, visiting 5 continents, 24 countries and 51 cities.
Tickets for all shows go on sale at 3pm on March 6. The Live Nation pre-sale is on now until 2pm Wednesday. March 6. For complete tour and ticketing details, visit: livenation.co.nz.
In addition to Russell breaking a record in China on his 2017 sell-out international tour, Round the World, he played 10 consecutive sold out nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall, breaking the venue’s record previously held by Frank Sinatra and Barry Manilow for eight shows in a row. The tour led to a global release of Netflix special, Recalibrate.
Russell most recently returned to our screens to offer his unique and acclaimed perspective on international news and current affairs with the second series of The Russell Howard Hour, which was broadcast simultaneously in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Every episode is available to watch worldwide on Russell’s YouTube channel which has over 645,000 subscribers. Series one attracted over 127 million global views across social media and a further series three and four were commissioned whilst series two was on air.
Russell has a social media following of over 3.4 million Facebook fans around the world with more followers than any other British comedian.
After completely selling out his Australian season of Wonderbox in 2014 and Round the World in 2017 – Respite will be one not to be missed.
“it’s thrilling to see Howard with fire in his belly” ★★★★★ Metro
“World domination is looming… he has grown darker, angrier and more satirical on stage. His sets deal with everything from foreign policy to his fear of death, and he rages as much as he teases” The Sunday Times, UK
RUSSELL HOWARD – RESPITE
NEW ZEALAND 2020
ASB THEATRE, AUCKLAND MONDAY 27 JULY, 2020
OPERA HOUSE, WELLINGTON TUESDAY 28 JULY, 2020
TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH THURSDAY 30 JULY, 2020
TICKETS ON SALE 3PM WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
Live Nation pre-sale on now till until 2pm Wednesday, March 6
For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz
RED BULL MUSIC PRESENTS: LADI6, MEER, YAYNÉ, ANDY HEARTTHROB AND ENO X DIRTY THIS MARCH
Red Bull Music is proud to bring to life a catalogue of sounds curated by MADCAP across two dates in Auckland and Wellington featuring performances by Ladi6, Meer, Andy HeartThrob and Eno x Dirty.
Red Bull Music Presents is the event series praised for connecting the country's top breakout artists with our leading tastemakers, and this time around is no different. Playing this March in Wellington (San Fran on March 8th) and Auckland (Royal Auckland Yacht Squadron on March 9th). The curated lineup boasts wide-ranging diversity with each creative being given a platform to showcase the fierceness of their skill. Wellington's all-female show will be particularly special as a part of the Milk & Honey International Women's Day Program as well as a guest spot by neo-soul singer Yayné.
The Auckland show will be kicking off at 6pm, making the most of Westhaven Marina’s idyllic sunset spot.
Tickets for these must see shows are only $10 with RSVP and $20 without. RSVPs are open now via the links below.
KEY INFO
Wellington @ San Fran (Friday 8th March) RSVP here
Auckland @ Royal Auckland Yacht Squadron (Saturday 9th March) RSVP here
To vist the event Facebook page click HERE http://bit.ly/RBMP-WLG-FB
GRAMMY WINNERS GRETA VAN FLEET ANNOUNCE NEW NZ TOUR DATE
2019 US Grammy Award winning rockers Greta Van Fleet have rescheduled their recently cancelled New Zealand show for September!
The band had to unfortunately postpone the Auckland leg of their “March of the Peaceful Army” World Tour in February due to their Grammy nomination. On Sunday, the band took out their first ever Grammy Award for Best Rock Album, for their From The Fires EP.
The new show will take place on Tuesday, September 10 at the Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland.
Fans who purchased tickets for the cancelled show will have access to an exclusive pre-sale for the new show from Ticketmaster.
GRETA VAN FLEET
SEPTEMBER 10
LOGAN CAMPBELL CENTRE
Pre-sale tickets will be available from 9am Thursday February 14 until 10am Friday February 15
General Onsale from 11am Friday February 15
Ticketmaster.co.nz
Music fans were first introduced to Greta Van Fleet Josh Kiszka/vocals, Jake Kiszka/guitars, Sam Kiszka/bass & keys, and Danny Wagner/drums - in March 2017 with the release of the band's debut single Highway Tune that held the #1 position on U.S. Rock Radio Charts for five consecutive weeks and on Canada's Active Rock Radio Charts for nine straight weeks.
Twenty-seventeen went on to be a wild ride of sold-out concerts in North America and Europe, glowing press, accolades from a slew of fellow artists from Elton John to Nikki Sixx to Justin Bieber, millions of YouTube video plays and Spotify streams, two #1 EPs, a Gold record in Canada, and most importantly, the genesis of an extraordinary connection with their fans.
The band’s debut album, Anthem of the Peaceful Army, was released in October 2018 (Lava/Republic Records). It has turned the rock world upside down, there hasn't been a rock record to light the fires like this in a long time!
The album’s first radio track, When The Curtain Falls, exploded at Rock Radio and has so far accumulated more than 18.5-million streams, and four million-plus views of the music video.
RED BULL MUSIC PRESENTS 64 BARS LIVE, CURATED BY DAVID DALLAS
Masterfully curated by New Zealand hip-hop icon David Dallas, Red Bull Music 64 Bars has showcased some of the finest emerging rap talent in the country over the past seven seasons and for one night only, NZ’S finest underground hip-hop talent is stepping out of the booth and onto the stage as part of Red Bull Music 64 Bars Live.
Held on Saturday Feb 9 that Ponsonby Social Club, Red Bull Music 64 Bars Live will see 11 of the projects alumni take the stage for an intimate live performance in front of a home town crowd. This must-see show will feature sets from alumni JessB, MELODOWNZ, Nauti, Jane Deezy, Stanza Blade, iLLa, Diggy Dupe, Dharmarat, Church Leon, IMAG€ and Swade Wallace. Each rapper will take centre stage to flex their skills in a quick-fire round-for-round style.
Red Bull Music 64 Bars has been the launchpad for local underground rap artists over the past seven seasons, and for many of them 2018 was their biggest year yet. JessB scored nominations for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Best Hip-Hop Artist at the New Zealand Music Awards, all thanks to her impressive debut EP Bloom. Avondale emcee MELODOWNZ released his double EP Melo & Blues and the High Beams mini album with Illbaz and Raiza Biza to high praise, with both releases recorded at Red Bull Music Studios Auckland; and Church Leon made waves alongside AP with their self-assured single ‘Ready Or Not’.
Red Bull Music 64 Bars is curated by David Dallas, who brought the idea to life in 2015 after being inspired by international rap series like Sway’s ‘Five Fingers of Death’ challenge and Charlie Sloth’s legendary ‘Fire In The Booth’.
“Just as a rap nerd myself, I've always enjoyed watching things like this,” says David Dallas. “I was just like, ‘why isn't there something in New Zealand like that?’”
Red Bull Music Studios Auckland is where it all began, with every single performance filmed and recorded on site. 23 of New Zealand’s best up-and-coming lyricists have now come through the Auckland studios in the first seven seasons – and last year it went global, with hip-hop artists from Japan and South Africa taking part in the renowned series.
“We're trying to shine a light on talented artists that deserve it. That's it,” says David Dallas. “If you like seeing people rap, and if you appreciate the craft of lyricism, then this is something you'll enjoy.”
RED BULL MUSIC 64 BARS LIVE, CURATED BY DAVID DALLAS
Saturday February 9, Ponsonby Social Club, Auckland
Featuring: JessB, MELODOWNZ, Nauti, Jane Deezy, Stanza Blade, iLLa, Diggy Dupe, Dharmarat, Church Leon, IMAG€ and Swade Wallace.
WATCH ALL OF THE RED BULL MUSIC 64 BARS ALUMNI PERFORMANCES BELOW:
GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING MAREN MORRIS TO TOUR NZ THIS AUGUST
GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER-SONGWRITER
MAREN MORRIS
TO BRING GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND IN AUGUST 2019
TEG Live proudly present GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris in New Zealand this August on her GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR, with tickets to go on sale 10am Wednesday 23 January from Ticketek.
The GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR includes 40+ United States and international tour stops, with the New Zealand leg to include Auckland’s Logan Campbell Centre on Friday 16 August and Christchurch’s Town Hall on Saturday 17 August.
Since arriving on the scene in 2016, the twenty-eight-year-old Nashville singer/songwriter has quickly established herself with vocal stylings that reflect her country, folk and pop influences.
Maren Morris is no stranger to New Zealand audiences, supporting Niall Horan on the Flicker World Tour in 2018 and her smash hit “The Middle” with electronic house DJ and producer Zedd, along with electronic duo, Grey, is on radio playlists across the country.
Morris also has five nominations at the upcoming 61st GRAMMY Awards to be held in February, including Record of the Year, Pop Duo/Group Performance, Country Solo Performance, Country Duo/Group Performance and Country Song. In addition, the songwriters of the Zedd/Maren Morris/Grey-performed massive hit “The Middle” received a nomination for the all genre, general field category, Song of the Year.
At 11.00am today, Maren Morris will release her new single “GIRL” to which GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR takes its title. The rousing new recording written by Morris and Australian Sarah Aarons (“The Middle,” Zedd/Maren Morris/Grey), along with GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter and producer Greg Kurstin (Adele, Sia), who also produced the new song, will be available to stream and download on all digital music platforms.
Stay up-to-date on Maren Morris by visiting her website www.MarenMorris.com or just click HERE.
MAREN MORRIS
GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR
NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES 2019
Friday 16 August 2019 Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland
Saturday 17 August 2019 Town Hall, Christchurch
MAREN MORRIS FAN CLUB PRE-SALE
10.00am Friday 18 January – 8.00am Saturday 21 January
Click HERE to sign up for the Maren Morris’ HEROES Fan Club.
TEG LIVE GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR PRE-SALE
10.00am Monday 21 January until 8.00am Wednesday 23 January
Click HERE to register for the TEG Live GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR pre-sale.
GENERAL PUBLIC ONSALE
10AM WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY 2019
www.ticketek.co.nz
ANGUS AND JULIA STONE TO HEADLINE CONCERT SERIES IN NELSON, NAPIER AND NEW PLYMOUTH
Award-winning Australian folk rock/indie duo Angus and Julia Stone fly our way in March to headline the Harvest Moon concert series across Nelson, Napier and New Plymouth.
Following the release of their fourth studio album ‘Snow’ last year which features the lead single of the same name and the follow-up track ‘Chateau’, the duo completed a hugely successful sold-out tour of Australia. Now it is New Zealand’s turn.
Angus and Julia has secured themselves a staple name in the indie realm over their twelve-year career. After growing up in Sydney in 2006 where their musician father encouraged the siblings musical talent, Angus and Julia moved to London in 2006 where they recorded their second EP Heart Full of Wine in their flat. Their four albums have amassed multi-platinum sales and numerous ARIA and APRA awards at home, and won a fanbase of millions over spiralling tours of the UK, Europe and North America. The band have over 5 million listeners who tune in each month to stream their music from all over the world. They’ve also played at some of the worlds biggest festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, & Austin City Limits.
The album Snow continues a process the siblings began at the suggestion of producer Rick Rubin on their self-titled album of 2014. “That was the first time that we actually started writing together, in the same room, and I guess we took a leaf from that chapter into this record. This time round though, every song on the record we wrote together” Angus says.
The latest we’ve heard from them are two acoustic covers - one of Drake’s ‘Passionfruit’ for Triple J’s iconic Like A Version, and another of 5 Seconds of Summer’s recent hit ‘Young Blood’. The two soulful jams are nearly at a combined two million streams within a few weeks of their release.
The last time New Zealand hosted the Aussie siblings was back in December 2017, when they came on their Snow tour and performed in iconic theatres across the country. This time for the Harvest Moon tour, they are playing beautiful outdoor locations across some of New Zealand’s most picturesque towns - ideal for the warm March weather.
In addition, Australian producer and multi-instrumentalist Jack River will make her debut appearance in NZ at all three shows, alongside New Zealand favourite Bic Runga, who will be performing in Nelson and New Plymouth dates, with further support to be added.
Presale Registrations Open: Monday 10th December 2018
Presale Registrations Close: Monday, 10th December 2018 11:59pm
Presale Tickets Onsale: Tuesday, 11th December 2018 midday
General Public Tickets Onsale: Wednesday, 12th December 2018 9am
Register now for the presales to secure earlybird tickets from $75, as well as going in the draw to win side of stage experiences and framed prints of the Harvest Moon presents Angus and Julia Stone poster.
For Full Tour and Information, head to www.endeavour.live
TOUR DATES
Friday, March 29 2019 - Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Saturday, March 30 2019 - Church Road Winery, Napier
Sunday, March 31 2019 - TSB Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth
NETSKY TO TOUR NEW ZEALAND IN 2019
Belgian DJ and producer and honorary Kiwi NETSKY (aka Boris Daenen) has announced his return to our shores this February for five massive solo shows across NZ, playing Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton, ending up centre court at Auckland’s ASB Arena in Feb/March 2019.
Netsky first fell in love with NZ when he made his debut in NZ at Rhythm and Vines in 2010. Since then he has returned six times to play at the festival, hired a Kiwi tour manager (Josh Smith) and even answered the call of duty when friend Dan Carter asked him to DJ at the All Blacks’ official after party when they won the World Cup in 2015. 2019 is set to be the biggest year of Netsky’s career to date and Kiwis have the honour of being the first to see him debut his Palmtrees & Powerlines world tour right here in NZ. Promising cutting-edge production, special effects, mind blowing pyrotechnics and visuals this is a show set to push boundaries and tickets will sell out.
Since arriving onto the scene in 2009, Netsky has performed some of the world's most iconic clubs, arenas and festivals including Coachella, Glastonbury, Ultra and Tomorrowland. He has released three acclaimed studio albums and collaborated with international artists at the top of their game such as Macklemore, Emeli Sande and Jauz. Netsky has also worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, and Jack Ü resulting in iconic remixes that have become synonymous with sunshine and good times the world over.
At the beginning of 2017, after the sad passing of his father, Netsky made a decision to go off the grid and take a break from music. It was during this time, on a short trip to LA that Netsky was offered a 4 hour session with with prestigious producers Stargate (legendary for making monumental hits for Beyonce, Coldplay, Charli XCX and more). The initial four hour session turned into a year long project, collaborating with A-list artists and a new sonic direction emerging. Feeling ready to bring his focus back to his art, Netsky threw himself back into his music with this latest single ‘Ice Cold’ with French DJ and producer David Guetta a small taste of what he has to come.
Signing with Republic Records, the powerhouse label who represents Post Malone and Taylor Swift, Netsky is set to release his new album, Palmtrees & Powerlines in early 2019. In a first-of-its-kind partnership between Republic Records and Casablanca Records, the album is set be two distinct parts – Palmtrees is set to feature infectious pop music as Netsky diversifies his sound, while Powerlines delves into the darker, heavier side of his music, bringing the club tracks he’s known for to the table.
ANNOUNCE INFO + PRESALE
Official announce on Wednesday, December 12 2018 at 8am
AUCKLAND and HAMILTON
Presale Registrations Open: Wednesday 12th December 2018 8am
Presale Registrations Close: Wednesday, 12th December 2018 11:59pm
Presale Tickets Onsale: Thursday, 13th December 2018 midday
General Public Tickets Onsale: Friday, 14th December 2018 9am
Dunedin, Christchurch and Wellington onsale now. For full Tour and Ticket Information: www.netsky.co.nz
Thursday, February 21 2019 - Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin - Tickets Onsale Now
Saturday, February 23 2019 - Electric Avenue, Christchurch - Tickets Onsale Now
Wednesday, February 27 2019 - The Hunter Lounge, Wellington - Tickets Onsale Now
Friday, March 1 2019 - The Factory, Hamilton - Presale Registrations Open December 12 8am - 11:59pm
Saturday, March 2 2019 - ASB Arena, Auckland - Presale Registrations Open December 12 8am - 11:59pm
BOYZONE BRING THEIR THANK YOU AND GOODNIGHT FAREWELL TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND
After a quarter of a century together, the iconic Boyzone recently announced it’s time to say goodnight as they prepare for their farewell tour of the UK. Kiwi fans will also get a chance to say goodbye to them in April next year when the Irish superstars hit our shores.
Boyzone were one of the most endearing groups to emerge from the “boy band” music sphere and 90’s commercial pop. They also happen to be one of the most successful bands in Ireland and the UK. The group have sold 25 million albums worldwide, played stadiums & arenas all over the world, went onto release six albums and had almost two-dozen hits (including six No. 1 singles & five No. 1 albums). Boyzone have also seen great success in NZ where their hit singles became staples at pop radio in the 90’s – songs such as Picture Of You, No Matter What, Love Me For A Reason and Father & Son.
In conjunction with the tour, Boyzone have just released their final album Thank You & Goodnight last Friday though Warner Music. The album finds them collaborating with some very special guest songwriters in the shape of Ed Sheeran (Because) and Gary Barlow (Love). Producers on the album include Xenomania’s Toby Scott, John Shanks (Take That, Westlife), young Swedish hitmakers Goldfingers and Steve Soloman (James Arthur, Jason Mraz).
The album features 12 brand new tracks and the band are excited to share a very special tribute to Stephen Gately in the shape of a new song I Can Dream. Boyzone came across a demo that Stephen originally recorded for his solo album in 2002 and they’ve had the opportunity to re-work the song and add their harmonies alongside his lead vocal.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to farewell Boyzone!
Tickets on sale 29th November, 2018
BOYZONE ‘THANK YOU AND FAREWELL’ TOUR DATES
Tuesday 9 April
Spark Arena Auckland
Wednesday 10 April
TSB Arena Wellington
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RUSSIAN RESURRECTION FILM FESTIVAL 2018
The Coach (2018)
2018 marks the 15-year anniversary for one of Australia’s and New Zealand’s favourite film festivals, the Russian Resurrection Film Festival. This year’s program is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever!
The festival has released a sneak peek of the line-up confirming some of 2018’s most highly anticipated Russian films, which will screen in Australia and New Zealand this year. The festival will be showcasing some of the latest and best of Russian cinema and hosting some special events to mark the momentous 15-year milestone.
The Russian Resurrection Film Festival will officially kick off on the 1st of November with a screening of hilarious comedy Night Shift, and an after-party at Newmarket favourite, Doolan Brothers. Guests can sample specialty vodka cocktails, immerse themselves in Russian entertainment and party with the DJ.
Night Shift (2018)
Leading Russian actor Konstantin Khabensky’s latest films Sobibor and Selfie have both been confirmed, along with a captivating new fantasy film The Last Warrior, figure skating melodrama Ice, a hilarious comedy about male strippers called Night Shift and Danila Kozlovsky’s directorial debut The Coach, released just before this year’s World Cup in Russia.
The retrospective collection for Russian Resurrection Film Festival 2018 will showcase a selection of award-winning Soviet films chosen to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Lenfilm Studios in St. Petersburg and the 90-year anniversary of renowned director Vitaliy Melniko
Selfie (2018)
The Russian Resurrection Film Festival 2018 runs from the 16th to the 21st of November. For all screenings, see the Rialto or Russian Resurrection Film Festival websites.
Tickets are on sale now through the cinema box offices and http://rialto.co.nz. Further information at http://russianresurrection.com.
RED BULL FRESH PRODUCE ART SHOW
New Zealand art appreciators will have a one time opportunity to purchase work sourced direct from artist’s studios’ around the country this November.
Red Bull Fresh Produce – Straight from the Studio, will be held at Red Bull HQ Auckland November 24 – 25 2018.
For one weekend only an array of handpicked artworks will be on display from a massive lineup of artists. The works will be an accessible price and of a “domestic friendly” scale.
Organised by producers Shea O’Neill (Sideroom.com) and Ross Liew (Cut Collective), who have been involved in the making, sourcing and presenting of art for nearly 20 years, Red Bull Fresh Produce draws on the networks of artists they have worked with over this time.
While offering up fresh work from new, emerging and established artists, the event won’t be without some nostalgia for Auckland art fans that grew up going to Red Bull art events and following the activity of Sideroom.com and Cut Collective.
THE KINGDOM CHOIR ANNOUNCE NEW ZEALAND TOUR
ROYAL WEDDING GOSPEL CHOIR
THE KINGDOM CHOIR ANNOUNCE NEW ZEALAND TOUR
AUGUST 2019
TEG Live proudly present Royal Wedding Gospel Choir, The Kingdom Choir, for their inaugural New Zealand tour in August 2019, with tickets to go on sale 12pm Friday 26 October through Ticketek.
The Kingdom Choir will play Auckland’s Vodafone Events Centre on Saturday 10 August 2019 and Christchurch Town Hall on Sunday 11 August 2019.
Following their show-stopping performance of 'Stand By Me’ at the Royal Wedding, in front of nearly 2 billion people, The Kingdom Choir have attracted worldwide acclaim and will perform at the Closing Ceremony of the Invictus Games Sydney on 27 October.
Their performance at the Closing Ceremony coincides with the worldwide release of their highly anticipated album on Friday 26 October through Sony.
The album includes ‘Stand By Me’ as well as a cross section of classic and contemporary vocal driven hits including ‘Halo’ (Beyoncé), ‘Fix You’ (Coldplay), ‘All Of Me’ (John Legend), as well as ‘Blinded By Your Grace Part 2’ (Stormzy).
TRACKLISTING:
Stand By Me
All Of Me
I Say a Little Prayer
Blinded By Your Grace Pt.2
Make You Feel My Love
Something Inside So Strong
Halo
Golden
Lovely Day
Harvest for the World
Fix You
Amazing Grace
Chases
You’re The Voice
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
The choir was founded in London 1994 by award-winning conductor Karen Gibson. The group of singers from in and around London draw from various Christian traditions and are dedicated to creating a sound that demonstrates the community they share through their warm energy and enthusiastic performance.
Karen Gibson said on the announcement of their New Zealand tour: “The Kingdom Choir are absolutely delighted with the journey of the past few months. We are extremely grateful and excited about the opportunity to share our music with our New Zealand fans.”
Geoff Jones, TEG CEO and Invictus Games Sydney Board Member said: “After capturing the adoration of the world at the Royal Wedding earlier this year, it’s only fitting that The Kingdom Choir perform at the Games founded by His Royal Highness The Duke of Sussex. The Invictus Games Sydney has seen 500 competitors from 18 nations compete in 11 medal sports, and the Closing Ceremony at Qudos Bank Arena will roundout what has been a wonderful event.”
THE KINGDOM CHOIR
NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES
Saturday 10 August 2019 Vodafone Events Centre, Auckland
Sunday 11 August 2019 Christchurch Town Hall
TICKETS ON SALE
12PM FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER 2018
www.ticketek.co.nz
THE KINGDOM CHOIR: https://kingdomchoir.com/
ORDER NEW ALBUM HERE
SOCIAL DIARY HEADS TO NZ!
818 is excited to be welcoming Tiffany Farrington and the awesome team from Social Diary to Auckland host an exclusive lunch for 50 guests to celebrate, unite and spoil our fabulous NZ PR, events and media industry!
Social Diary is an online network of PRs, Brands & Media that has been hugely successful in uniting the PR industry in Australia since 2004. The service provides a Diary to avoid clashing media events; a Daily Newsletter full of media contacts, Editorial Opportunities, Celebrity info, co-branding opps and much more as well as databases of journos, brands and talent.
Our local PR and events industry is absolutely thriving and we can’t wait to welcome the team here next week and help launch this incredible service locally.
For more information on Social Diary please get in touch with Chris HERE:
WHAT'S ON IN OCTOBER
There’s only three months left in 2018, but it’s filled with some of the best events of the year. Whether it’s movies, sports or a good cocktail, you’ll find something up your alley this October.
STRAY
This October, you’ll be in the cinema every week thanks to this month’s releases. Kicking off October’s newest releases is Stray, an award-winning drama about the relationship between a young man on parole and a woman seeking shelter a long way from home. Stray not only broke NZ crowd-funding records, but is the first kiwi movie to be selected for the Moscow International Film Festival, with Kieran Charnock winning Best Actor.
Released on October 4th. See the trailer below.
SHE SHEARS
She Shears follows the inspirational story of 5 female sheep shearers and their journey to New Zealand’s premiere shearing and woolhandling competition, the Golden Shears. Known predominantly as a male sport, this insight to the shearing industry will be of interest to even the most inner-city of people.
Released on October 11th. See the trailer below.
A STAR IS BORN
The long-awaited acting debut of Lady Gaga is almost here and it’s already been met with stellar reviews. In Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut, we see his character guide a young singer (Lady Gaga) to fame in the 1937 musical remake. With five star reviews all around the board and Oscar buzz on everyone’s mind, this is one you won’t want to miss.
Released on October 18th. See the trailer below.
THE SPRING BLOSSOM ROOFTOP POP-UP
Celebrate the arrival of springtime with cherry blossoms, jazz music and sweet treats with one last pop-up at The Glass Goose this Friday, 5thOctober. Federal Street will be lit up in millennial pink as you enjoy a speciality SOHO wine cocktail while helping children in need.
Check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/events/852822921593466/?event_time_id=852822931593465
SKY CITY BREAKERS
Kicking off on October 11th, the Sky City Breakers will start their new season under the guidance of ex-NBA player Matt Walsh. This season, Matt hopes to bring a fresh approach to New Zealand basketball. There are 14 home games this season, with an opportunity to catch a game at Spark Arena from October to February.
Get your tickets here: http://www.nzbreakers.basketball/pages/booking-your-tickets
THE MERCHANTS OF BOLLYWOOD
Just in time for Diwali comes The Merchants of Bollywood, a colourful, cultural experience filled with song and dance. The show boasts some of Bollywood’s biggest names, both on and off the stage, including Salim-Sulaiman, composers of the show and over 100 Bollywood movies and multiple television scores.
Purchase tickets here: https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/merchants-of-bollywood#tickets-times
DIWALI
Join the Diwali festivities at Aotea Square this Labour weekend, and enjoy live music, dance, and all the Indian cuisine you could ask for. Featuring a Bollywood dance competition, talent shows, classical music and more, the two-day festival will finish with a fireworks display on Sunday night.
Learn more here: https://www.heartofthecity.co.nz/auckland-events/festivals/auckland-diwali-festival-0