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  • THE ROYAL REVUE

    DATES
    18th April, 2026 (Sat) 7:30pm

    Waikato Queer Arts Festival

    PRODUCED BY
    Waikato Queer Arts Festival

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    To conclude the inaugural Waikato Queer Arts Festival (WQAF), we’re sweeping you into an evening of glitter, glam, and world-class queer performance!
    The Royal Revue is WQAF’s headline event, promising a fierce, funny, and unforgettable showcase led by Aotearoa’s most celebrated drag and cabaret icons.
    This one-night-only extravaganza features a star-studded lineup.
    Whether you’re an artist, an ally, or someone who just enjoys a good night out, The Royal Revue invites you into a space where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and encouraged to feel like royalty.

    Content warning: Suggestive themes and strong language.

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  • THE ROCK TENORS

    Anthems Reloaded Tour

    DATES
    8th May, 2026 (Fri) 7:30pm

    DKCM

    PRODUCED BY
    DKCM

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    Get ready, New Zealand — the ultimate rock spectacle returns in April–May 2026 with a brand-new, anthem-loaded experience: THE ANTHEMS RELOADED TOUR

    This is not just a concert. It’s a nationwide eruption of power, nostalgia, and pure ‘ROCK’manship — a full-throttle celebration of the greatest rock hits of all time, delivered with theatrical firepower and
    vocal brilliance by five of Aotearoa’s finest.

    Backed by a live, hard-hitting rock band, the Rock Tenors unleash soaring harmonies, epic guitar solos, and anthems that defined generations — all reimagined with their signature vocal mastery, dramatic flair and explosive energy.

    Touring 23 iconic venues nationwide, the ANTHEMS RELOADED TOUR is set to ignite your city and pay homage to the world’s greatest rock anthems from artists such as Queen, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, White Snake, KISS, TOTO, Guns'N'Roses, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Animals, U2, Radiohead and many more.

    Whether you're a die-hard rocker or a first-time Tenors fan, this is your moment to witness the ultimate collision of powerhouse vocals and rock theatre.

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  • DIARY OF A WIMPY KID - THE MUSICAL

    OnStage Hamilton 12-week theatre programme for young people

    DATES
    15th May, 2026 (Fri) 7:00pm
    16th May, 2026 (Sat) 1:30pm
    16th May, 2026 (Sat) 7:00pm
    17th May, 2026 (Sun) 1:30pm

    National Youth Theatre

    PRODUCED BY
    National Youth Theatre

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    The National Youth Theatre is New Zealand's largest and longest running theatre programme for young people.
    OnStage Hamilton - this is a twelve week, all-access programme. Our cast will be broken up by age into groups, each group rehearsing separately on Sunday afternoons. Performances and rehearsals are at Clarence Street Theatre.

    About the show:
    Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
    Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.
    Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a vibrant, laugh out loud show for the whole family!

    Registrations are now open: https://nyt.nz/programmes/diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-the-musical?fbclid=IwY2xjawPZByZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkOXR5RzJpRGg1b0pZbFRQc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjzRWAmFARbCapG80PE8ZBVJzAuB63TjWXj-eiVasHUuwcsn9fUJcIWmQoll_aem_mJ_xx9-xWCnWBCsRYUsDAA

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  • BALLOON DOG

    By Jacob Rajan & Justin Lewis

    DATES
    21st May, 2026 (Thu) 7:00pm
    22nd May, 2026 (Fri) 7:00pm

    Indian Ink Theatre Company

    PRODUCED BY
    Indian Ink Theatre Company

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    Would you open your door to a stranger?  
    When a five year old girl befriends a lonely migrant worker her family unravels; opening them up to face uncomfortable truths about themselves… and the world beyond their front gate. 
    1800s Calcutta becomes 21C Auckland in Indian Ink’s stage adaptation of one of India’s most-loved stories, Kabuliwala. This beautifully tender tale reveals that we’re more alike than we think. 
    Our award-winning creative team bring you all the things people love about Indian Ink: humour, heart, live music and pure theatrical magic.  

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  • IRELAND THE VOYAGE

    DATES
    31st May, 2026 (Sun) 2:00pm

    Base Entertainment

    PRODUCED BY
    Base Entertainment

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    From the producers of Celtic Illusion comes a powerful new theatrical experience in Ireland: The Voyage, an epic celebration of Ireland’s history, heart, and heritage brought to life through authentic voices, live music, and world-class Irish dance.
    Leading the vocal performances is the extraordinary Giselle O’Meara, whose soaring, soulful voice carries the emotion of Ireland’s story from ancient times to today. She is joined on stage by live musicians direct from Ireland, performing with traditional instruments and modern arrangements that honour the island’s rich musical legacy. Their sound forms the beating heart of the show - raw, real, and unmistakably Irish.
    The voyage spans centuries: from the mysticism of the Celts to the thunder of Viking invasions, the arrival of the Normans, and the spiritual transformation shaped by St Patrick. Each chapter erupts onto the stage through breathtaking visuals, cinematic soundscapes, and the fiery passion of Irish dance, performed by a cast of world-class dancers whose rhythm and athleticism ignite the stage.
    Emotional, exhilarating, and deeply immersive, Ireland: The Voyage invites audiences to feel the pulse of a nation - its triumphs, its tragedies, its music, and its unbreakable spirit, in a live experience they will never forget.

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  • KIWI YARNS WITH BRODIE KANE & FRIENDS

    DATES
    4th June, 2026 (Thu) 7:30pm

    Live Nation

    PRODUCED BY
    Live Nation

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    Brodie Kane is the host of the award-winning podcast Kiwi Yarns, where she sits down with some of Aotearoa’s most interesting people for honest, no-frills conversations.

    In 2025, she took Kiwi Yarns on the road for the first time, selling out a nationwide live tour and proving the podcast works just as well (some might say better – Brodie would, haha) on stage as it does in your headphones. Guests included Kieran Read, Emma Twigg, and Alison Mau.

    Now she’s back with a brand-new live show – fresh guests on the Kiwi Yarns LIVE couch, new yarns, and the same straight-up, funny stye that’s made Kiwi Yarns a hit with audiences around the country.

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  • ABBA - THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

    DATES
    25th June, 2026 (Thu) 7:30pm
    24th June, 2026 (Wed) 7:30pm

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    Get ready to say, “Thank you for the Music”.

    A 2-hour spectacular live concert that will take you through the songs, the life and magic that made ABBA one of the most successful bands of all time. All the hits “Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Money Money, SOS, Ring Ring” and the list goes on.

    ABBA Thankyou the Music is the must see show this year.

    Performed by Narelle Ryan, Michelle Birmingham and full backing band.

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  • HAYLEY SPROULL

    Sproull on the Prowl - 2026 NZ Tour

    DATES
    31st July, 2026 (Fri) 8:30pm

    The Push

    PRODUCED BY
    The Push

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    What happens when a 36 year old walking tornado heads back out on the prowl after 15 years off?
    You’re about to find out.
    Cashing in hall passes. Stifling farts. Misreading what is in those wall pumps at the sex club. Even venturing into the depths of an Indonesian bush for an encounter with Jesus himself…
    From your radio in the morning and your TV at night, join Hayley Sproull as she dissects a year of off-the-leash debauchery and not-for-on-air madness.
    Bring ya mates. Don’t bring ya kids.
    R16

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  • GEORGIE CARROLL - INFECTIOUS

    DATES
    11th August, 2026 (Tue) 7:30pm

    Alist Entertainment

    PRODUCED BY
    Alist Entertainment

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    You'll laugh, you'll gasp, you'll cry, it might even hurt, but it will make you better. She should have been a midwife as she always delivers!
     
    Georgie Carroll is back with her brand-new show, INFECTIOUS. An undeniable live comedy powerhouse and a natural storyteller, she’s razor sharp and riotous. 
    Nurse turned comedian, Georgie Carroll is not only brilliantly funny, she is unstoppable on the comedy circuit having performed her smash hit award winning show Sista Flo 2.0 for three solid years of sold out seasons (UK, NZ, AU) . Don’t miss her brand new show!

    “Really funny … Just brilliant” Simon Cowell
    “Exceptional” ★★★★★ Mervyn Stutters Pick of The Fringe
    “Nurse Georgie Carroll proves that laughter is the best medicine & you cannot miss your dose!” ★★★★★ Lost in Theatre Land UK
    ”Sublime comedy” ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide
    “Rollicking, riotous comedy”★★★★★ The Age

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  • RUNNING IN THE SHADOWS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

    DATES
    14th August, 2026 (Fri) 8:00pm

    Coast 2 Coast Events

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    Coast 2 Coast Events

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    Australia’s most celebrated Fleetwood Mac tribute, Running in the Shadows, are set to hit the road again, bringing the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac to audiences across the country.

    Renowned as Australia’s longest-running Fleetwood Mac tribute, Running in the Shadows have earned their reputation for delivering authentic, high-energy performances that capture the essence of one of the world’s most loved bands. From Gypsy and Landslide to Rhiannon, Dreams, Go Your Own Way, and The Chain, the band faithfully recreates Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits spanning over five decades.

    Fronted by the charismatic Ursula Cain Stewart and powerhouse vocalist Bec Caruana, the six-piece ensemble is backed by an exceptional lineup of world-class musicians. Together, they channel the spirit, passion, and harmony that made Fleetwood Mac legendary.

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  • CREEDENCE CLEARWATER COLLECTIVE

    DATES
    23rd October, 2026 (Fri) 7:30pm

    Carter Entertainment

    PRODUCED BY
    Carter Entertainment

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    We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others.
    All the hits that defined a generation, and have become the soundtrack for many more – all in one night, live, on stage.
    Creedence Clearwater Collective brings to the stage a band that captures the unique CCR sound.
    You do not want to hear through the grapevine that you missed out on this howling good time.

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  • BEATLEMANIA ON TOUR

    DATES
    29th October, 2026 (Thu) 7:30pm

    Showtime Australia

    PRODUCED BY
    Showtime Australia

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    The sound of a generation, and the music that has influenced every generation since – that’s The Beatles. And now you can relive the heyday of The Beatles with Beatlemania On Tour!

    Hear the greatest Pop and Rock songs ever written, performed live with exquisite attention to detail and in their original key, and brought to life on stage with authentic costumes, replica instruments and theatrical lighting.

    With a setlist you’ll know – and sing-along to! - from start to finish, you can expect Hey Jude, All Your Need is Love, Yellow Submarine, Let It Be, Twist & Shout, Yesterday, Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da, Come Together, Get Back, Love Me Do, Blackbird, Help!, Eleanor Rigby, Here Comes the Sun. Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and so many more.

    Treat yourself to a night of great music, fun and nostalgia… this is a show you’re guaranteed to love!

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