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Montana World of Wearable Art Awards Show (WOW)

The Montana World of Wearable Art Awards Show
is a non-stop spectacular and it's coming to Wellington!
Artists from throughout New Zealand
and around the world enter
truly amazing garments that are
presented in a two hour show of movement, sound and light.
Artistic concepts are demonstrating how ordinary people as well as
established artists are capable of extraordinary creativity.
The show will be held over two weekends:
23 - 25 September – Wellington, The Events Centre
29 September - 2 October 2005. - Wellington, The Events Centre
more info: www.worldofwearableart.com

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Element Peak to Peak

Not for the faint hearted,
this is a multi-sport event for teams and individuals.
from the Remarkables ski area
to Coronet Peak ski area.
The race starts high on the Remarkables ski field
with a 2km ski or snow board down to the Remarkables access road.
A 17km mountain bike down the road
takes competitors to the edge of Lake Wakatipu in Frankton
for a 7km paddle into Queenstown Bay.
From downtown Queenstown the final two race stages
are an 8km run to the final transition area
and then a 9km bike ride up to the finish line at Coronet Peak.
The event will be held over two weeks:
9th. July 2005. - Remarkables ski field to Coronet Peak ski field
more info: www.southerntraverse.com

Christchurch Arts Festival

The Festival aims to take its audiences
on a journey of discovery,
to present material that extends people's experience of the arts
with new, innovative performance.
The Festival showcases the best New Zealand
and international artists in theatre,
dance, music, opera,
plus the literary and visual arts
The event will be held over two weeks:
20th. July - 7th. August 2005. - Christchurch City
more info: www.artsfestival.co.nz

The Pink Floyd Experience 2005

“ The Wall ”
plus a selection of Pink Floyd Classics

Rather than simply attempt to recreate Pink Floyd Music,
which it does with brilliance,
this New Zealand based show
takes it to the next level in terms of...
imagination, staging, and theatrics.
With it's powerful light show and excellent sound system,
this 3 hour extravaganza is a fans' dream come true.

where and when....
May 6^th.- Invercargill, Civic Theatre
May 8^th.- Dunedin, Regent Theatre
May 11^th.- Timaru, Theatre Royal
May 12^th. & 13^th.- Christchurch, James Hay Theatre
May 15^th.- Nelson, Trafalgar Centre
May 18^th.- New Plymouth, TSB Showplace
May 20^th.- Palmerston North, Regent on Broadway
May 21^st.- Napier, Municipal Theatre
May 22^nd.- Taupo, Event Centre
May 23^rd. 24^th. & 25^th.- Hamilton, Westpac Trust Theatre
May 26^th.- Rotorua, Convention Centre
May 27^th. & 28^th.- Auckland, St. James Theatre
May 30^th. 31^st.& June 1^st.- Tauranga, Baycourt Theatre
June 2^nd.- Wellington, Event Centre
more info: www.pinkfloydexperience.co.nz

Manawatu International Jazz Festival

Manawatu International Jazz Festival
is held at The globe Theatre and Regent on Broadway
in Palmerston North
Featured are.....
May 31 - Dixie Trend Extravaganza (8pm)
Jun 1 - The Jew Brothers and Lynn Lorkin (8pm)
Jun 2 - The Manawatu Young Lions of Jazz (8pm)
Jun 3 - Kokomo Blues (8pm)
Jun 4 - The Manawatu Youth & High Schools Jazz Competition. (10am)
Jun 4 & 5 at Regent on Broadway. (8pm)
more info: www.manawatunz.co.nz

The World Blues Revue 2005

Featured are.....
Chris Cain, an extraordinary blues guitarist and vocalist
Charlie Musselwhite
Dave Mathews on Keyboards
Dewayne Pate on Bass,
and Deszon Claiborne
and Danny Caron
they are also joined by the Renard Horns.

where and when....
June 5^th.- Palmerston North, Regent Theatre
June 6^th.- New Plymouth, TSB Showplace
June 7^th.- Tauranga, Baycourt Theatre
June 8^th.- Hamilton, Westpac Trust Theatre
June 10^th.- Auckland, Town Hall
June 11^th.- Napier, Municipal Theatre
June 12^th.- Wellington, The Opera House
June 13^th.- Christchurch, James Hay Theatre

more info: www.bluesbrews.co.nz

Winter Solstice Fire Festival

This year’s midwinter celebration is a
free, fun event for the whole community
with a multicultural programme featuring fire artists
and climaxing with a beach fire sculpture and spectacular fireworks display.
The fundamental human need for and love of warmth, fire and the sun is
the foundation of the festival.
where and when....
June 18^th.- Napier, The Soundshell (5 pm)
more info: www.creativenapier.org.nz

The Wizard of OZ Show

Follow the “ Yellow Brick Road ”
with “ Shakey the Scarecrow ”
and Friends.
Plenty of interactive fun,
and Excitement

where and when....
April 18^th.(10 am.) - Auckland, St. James Theatre
April 18^th.(4 pm.) - Auckland, Otara Leisure Centre
April 19^th.(10 am.) - Hamilton, Community Centre
April 19^th.(4 pm.).- Tauranga, Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre
April 20^th.(10 am.) - Whakatane, War Memorial Hall
April 20^th.(4 pm.) - Rotorua, Civic Centre
April 21^st.(10 am.) - Hawke's Bay, Opera House
April 21^st.(4 pm.) - Palmerston North, Convention Centre
April 22^nd.(10 am.) - Wanganui, War Memorial Hall
April 22^nd.(4 pm.) - New Plymouth, TSB Showplace
April 23^rd.(10 am.) - Paraparaumu, Southward Theatre
April 23^rd.(4pm.) - Upper Hutt, Expressions Arts and Entertainment
April 24^th. (2 pm.) - Wellington,Theatre
April 26^th.(10 am) – Nelson School of Music Auditorium
April 27^th. (10 am.) - Christchurch, Aurora Centre
April 27^th.(4 pm) – Ashburton, Regent Theatre
April 28^th. (10 am.) - Timaru, Caroline Bay Hall
April 28^th.(4 pm) – Twizel Events Centre
April 29^th. (10 am.) - Queenstown, Memorial Hall
April 29^th.(4 pm) – Invercargill, Stadium Southland
April 30^th. (10 am.) - Dunedin, Regent Theatre
April 30^th.(4 pm) – Oamaru, Opera House

Festival of Free Outdoor Events

The festival of free outdoor events
presents an awesome range of free outdoor entertainment.
This annual 2-month long festival,
presented by Wellington City Council features over 70 free outdoor events
including New Year's Eve, Waitangi Day & Chinese New Year celebrations,Kidzone,
Gardens Magic (3-week concert series & lighting display)in the beautiful Botanic Garden,
Teddy Bears Picnic, The Great ARTdoors show, Whopper Chopper - Seaside Extravaganzas,
Movies by Starlight & the Oriental Bay Mardi Gras.
where and when...
31^st. December 2004 - 28^th. February 2005
Various Venues around Wellington City
info phone: 64 4 499 4444

Relay For Life

Relay for Life is a fun-filled overnight event
designed to celebrate survivorship and
raise money for research and programs
of the Cancer Society of New Zealand.
During the event, teams of people
take turns walking or running laps.
Each team keeps at least one team member on the track at all times.
Relay for life is a unique, challenging and fun way to raise
money for cancer research, prevention and early detection activities
and patient services at the Cancer Society of New Zealand.
Relay for Life is a celebration of remembrance, hope and thanks
the relay is being held at the 'Yarrows Stadium Grounds', in New Plymouth
when....5th./6th. March 2005
enquiries ph. (06) 758 5644 (Cancer Society)
or visit www.relayforlife.org.nz

Red Bull Trolley Run

Red Bull Trolley Run is a true spectacle
to behold, and great fun for the whole family
full of dress-up antics, and mad-cap trolley races
where and when....
13^th. February 2005,
“Auckland Domain” , Auckland

Quidam - Cirque du Soleil

With more than 50 performers
from 10 countries, Quidam is a thrilling
combination of acrobatic artistry, technical expertise,
extravagant design and original live music that
transforms an anonymous world into a place
of hope and connection.
where and when....
from....31^st. December 2004
Performance Schedule...
Tuesday............................8.00 p.m.
Wednesday....4.00 p.m & 8.00 p.m.
Thursday...........................8.00 p.m.
Friday...........5.00 p.m. & 8.00 p.m.
Saturday .......4.00 p.m. & 8.00 p.m.
Sunday..........1.00 p.m. & 5.00 p.m.
at the Auckland Showgrounds, Greenlane West, Epsom
Epsom, Auckland
more info phone...(09) 307 5044

Brightstone Blues Brews & BBQ Festival

A great day out to taste a variety of brews,
cider,wine, fine food,and excellent music in the Hawke's Bay sun.
Prices: Adult - $15.00.
Children admission free
where and when...
Sat 22^nd. January 2005
Times: Start – 3.00 p.m. Finish – 10.00 p.m.
Location: HB Showgrounds, Kenilworth Rd, Hastings
info Phone: 06 879 5642

Saturday Night Fever

The Broadway and West End musical
inspired by the 1977 film Phenomenon
featuring hits from the legendary Bee Gees
is now on a major international tour
with a cast of 31 of Australias' hottest singers and dancers
and an awesome live band
where and when....
1^st. - 30^th. October 2004, Auckland
5^th. - 21^st. November 2004, Christchurch
26^th. November - 12^th. December 2004, Wellington

Taranaki “Carols by Candle Light” 2004

Taranaki Carols by Candle Light 2004
is a true spectacle to behold
and an excellent way to kick off the Christmas Season
Join in and be part of a sea of Candle Light
and enjoy the festive spirit
Topping it off with a stroll through the park
and absorb the wonder of the “festival of Lights”

where and when....
the evening of 12^th. December 2004
"The Hatchery Lawn" Pukekura Park in New Plymouth

10th. Anniversary Ellerslie Flower Show

Amazing exhibition gardens, fabulous flowers,
incredible entertainment, unbelievable fashion and floral displays,
international musicians, lakeside concerts,
kid's activities, delicious food, strawberries,
great wine, champagne...
night-time concerts featuring well-known international artists
spectacular garden lighting displays,
where and when....
23^rd. November 2004 - 28^th. November 2004
Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens in Manukau City Auckland

Taranaki Miniature Paintings Award Exhibition

Taranaki Miniature Paintings Award Exhibition
with over 60 exquisite little masterpieces
An art event with a difference
where and when....
9^th. October 2004 - 28^th. November 2004,
"The Gables", Brooklands Park Taranaki

Havelock North Village Festival

Experience a showcase of sculpture
and art in and around Havelock North,
The Esam Cushing Celebration of New Zealand Sculpture
just part of Village festivities and celebrations.
Live street theatre and performing sculptors
as well as a Mardi Gras.
where and when....
Havelock North
Friday 12^th. November 2004 - Sunday 14^th. November 2004
info Phone: 029 205 6665
.....Email: lindacalder@xtra.co.nz

Taranaki Rhododendron and Garden Festival 2004

Taranaki Rhododendron and Garden Festival 2004
is one of New Zealand's Premier Garden Festival
There are 9 Garden Trails, grouped by geographic area.
Maps are provided for each trail, highlighting cafe's,
toilets, attractions and other points of interest in the area.
This is a must for garden lovers...
where and when....
29^th. October 2004 - 7^th. November 2004, Taranaki

Brassed Off

Presented by New Plymouth Operatic Society,
in association with New Plymouth Brass.
a moving story of the people of Grimley,
as they cope with their lively hoods being
threatened by the impending closure of the mining pit.
where and when....
Fri. 1^st. October 2004 - Sat. 9^th. October 2004
at the TSB Showplace, New Plymouth
info Phone: 06 758 4958
.....email: npos@xtra.co.nz

Hastings Blossom Festival

Ten days of entertainment including the famous Blossom Parade,
plenty of family fun.
where and when....
Fri 10 September 2004 - Sun 19 September 2004
at Various locations in Hastings and Napier
info Phone: 06 878 9447
.....email: kthorsen@clear.net.nz

Creative Napier Solstice Fire Festival

Creative Napier Solstice Fire Festival
The Solstice is a fun event for the whole family with a multicultural programme
featuring fire artists and climaxing with a beach fire sculpture
and spectacular fireworks display.
Cook Island drummers and dancers
Fire dancers - fire pois and fire staffs
Kahurangi Maori dance theatre, Flaming archers and fiery medieval weaponry
Celtic music, A high energy African drumming troupe
Beach fire sculpture party,
and Fireworks finale Entertainment
where and when....
Sat 19 Jun 2004
The Soundshell and beachfront, Marine Parade, Napier
for info Phone: 06 834 3934

The Great New Zealand Craft Show

One of New Zealand's top Craft Events,
with over 120 selected craftspeople from
all over the country exhibiting
and entertainment from 9.30 am to 4 pm,
plus raffles to win.
costs only $8 for an adult, $7 for seniors and students,
$2 for children (under 5's free)
where and when....
June 18-20 - Waikato Events Centre (Hamilton)

GOODSHIRT hit the Phat Club

GOODSHIRT Concert
Good shirt described as Auckland alternative skate-grunge rockers
are performing for Nelson audiences at the Phat Club
With their unique sounds it will be a good one
where and when...
Starting Saturday, June 12, 2004 Ends: Sunday, June 13, 2004
Time: 10pm Venue:Phat Club, 137 Bridge St, Nelson,
info contact: Dave White Phone: 5483311

Natalia Lomeiko & Olga Sitkovetsky Concert

Natalia Lomeiko & Olga Sitkovetsky Concert
This is a concert by the winner of the
2003 Michael Hill International Violin Competition, Natalia Lomeiko,
accompanied by Russian pianist, Olga Sitkovetsky.
Programme: BEETHOVEN: Sonata No 1 in D for violin and piano,
POULENC: Sonata for violin and piano,
FRANCK: Sonata in A for violin and piano
where and when...
Thursday, June 03, 2004 Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Chanel Arts Centre, High Street South, Motueka

New Shanghai Circus

as seen on Broadway...
featuring Amazing Acrobats of China
These performers have to be seen to be believed
a truly outstanding show that takes Circus
into the realm of the fine arts
where and when....
April 15-17 - Bruce Mason Centre (North Shore City)
April 18 - Founders Theatre (Hamilton)
April 20-22 - Westpac St. James Theatre (Wellington)
April 23 - Napier Municipal Theatre
April 24 - TSB Showplace (New Plymouth)
April 25- Regent on Broadway (Palmerston North)
April 27 - Nelson Trafalgar Centre
April 29 - Invercargill Stadium
April 30-1 May - Dunedin Regent Theatre
May 2 - Queenstown Events Centre

Arts and Crafts Fair

Over 70 arts and crafts stalls to browse,
so there's plenty of talent to discover.
There's a barbecue and refreshments available,
and entertainment from 9.30 am to 4 pm,
plus raffles to win.
costs only $3 for an adult, $1 for a child,(under 5's free) or $6 for the family
where and when....
May 2 - Hamilton Gardens Pavilion (Hamilton)
phone Tangi Habib on (07) 829 5001 for further details

Matamata Festival of Flowers

named " Destinations ".
The mayor of Matamata welcomes you
to Matamata's triennial Floral Festival
presented by group of local professional floral artists
Adults $8, children $2.50
where and when....
April 28 -May 2 - at Matamata Memorial Hall, Matamata

V 8's

The big boys of racing
are putting the pedal to the metal
Watch them tear up the track
smell the oil and tyres
Feel the adrenalin filled fever of the crowd
where and when....
April 30- May 1,2 - Pukekohe Race Course (Auckland)

Central Hawkes Bay
"Harvest Ramble"

The Hawkes Bay Cancer Society.
has put together this harvest ramble
which incorporates no less than 9 venues
with flowers, foliage and produce
support the cause, and enjoy the country
where and when....
April 16-18 -
contact: Ross Bell (06) 857 3718,
fax (06) 857 3776 for details

Balloons Over Waikato

New Zealand's premier ballooning festival.
A visual spectacle of 30 magnificent hot
air balloons from New Zealand and overseas,
for 5 days of fun and competition.
There's amazing new special shaped balloons,
plus the popular 'night glow' show
Balloons fly daily at 6.30 am
admission is free
Balloon flight booking are available,
from the Hamilton Visitor Centre
where and when....
April 14-18 - Innes Common Hamilton Lake

French Country Fair

Where you can imagine you're on a french holiday
while still in New Zealand.
Sit in a parisian cafe,
and play a game of petanque,
stroll a market boulevard full of
open air stalls, of flowers, hanging pot racks
colourful ceramics, kitchenware and lots more.
It will be filled with artists, strolling musicians,
performers of jazz, poetry and others.
Have your picture painted,
as well as wine tasting, and still more..
spot prizes for best french dress up
adults $5, children $2
where and when....
April 3-4 - at Tauherenikau Racecourse, (near Featherston)

Cirque Dreams

A theatre production to utterly astound you
this one will leave you with the astonishment
and disbelief of a magic show
where and when....
February 12-15 -Westpac St. James Theatre (Wellington)
February 17-20 - The Civic (Auckland)
February 21-22 - Founders Theatre (Hamilton)
February 24-27 - Baycourt Theatre Tauranga
February 28-29- Regent on Broadway (Palmerston North)
March 5-7 - Napier Municipal Theatre
March 12-13 - Dunedin Regent Theatre
March 18- 20 - Christchurch Westpac Stadium

Wairarapa International Balloons Fiesta

One of New Zealand's most spectacular events.
A visual spectacle of 30 magnificent hot
dawn flights each day
for 5 days of fun and competitions,
throughout the Wairarapa,
Special balloons debut such as Van Gogh's self portrait
plus on 27th the magical 'night glow' show
Tethered balloons light up the night sky
set to music,
as well as family entertainment and fireworks,
where and when....
March 24-28 - at the Solway Showgrounds, Masterton

Relay For Life

This is a charity event
a 24 hour relay to raise
breast cancer awareness, and fund raise for the
Taranaki Cancer Society Inc.
71 Lorna Street, New Plymouth.
Tardem Studios has sponsored $100 for this event,
and encourages other businesses to do the same
help sufferers by sponsoring this event, and help this worthy cause.
Barry Long wrote a poem for this,
on Barry Long page of Poetry section (check it out)
the relay is being held at the 'Yarrows Stadium Grounds', in New Plymouth
when....13th./14th. March 2004
enquiries ph. (06) 758 5644 (Cancer Society)

Mamma Mia

a musical
entwined in the abba experience
It's like 'My Big Fat Greek wedding'
with the Abba songs
where and when....
March 2-6 - The Civic, The Edge, Auckland

Craft Fair 2004

This is an amazing spectacle to attend
with exhibits from an enormous amount
of extremely talented folk
so come along and be astounded
at what these people have created
It's being held at the 'Pukekura Raceway' in New Plymouth
when....February 28-29

Taranaki Searchlight Tattoo

If you get the chance check this one out !!
come and experience the 'searchlight tattoo'
involving over 2000 people, including over 600 brass,
military, and pipe band musicians this is a biggy
including bands, mass performers, and displays
just to mention a few of whats on offer...
It's being held at the 'Yarrows Stadium' in New Plymouth
when....February 21-22

'Surf to Surf'
Fun Run

(walk is ok too)
held at Oakura beach (Taranaki)
to register visit the 4-square store in Oakura
it is scheduled for 4 pm. on the 22nd. Feb
come and join in the fun at the beach...

***Barry Long***
is on-air
at (The Most 93.2FM)

Tune your radio into the kiwi-ana show this Tuesday (17th. Feb)
hosted by Ross
they will be playing some of the music
off 'the doctor visit' cd
Ross is having a chat with Barry Long live on-air
tune in from 8 pm.
'love long and smile'

p.s. Free gifts are waiting for you
from Tardem Studios

Concerts at the Lake

An extravaganza of music by local musicians and much much more.
Held annually, this event has proved to definitely be an event not to miss
selections of music featured include:
The Drifters, Wham, Engelbert Humperdink,
John Rowles, The Platters, The Bangles,
Sting, Credence Cleanwater Revival, Tom Jones,
Otis Redding, Beach Boys, Marvin Gaye, and Joan Jett
and even more...
all performed by local talent.
The event highlight feature is performances by the highly acclaimed
'Patea Maori Club'
also for your delight is firework displays and more...
The event kicks off with a sausage sizzle (including..free coffee or tea) it's being held at the sheltered lakeside setting
of King Edward Park in Hawera (Taranaki)
over 3 nights February 12-14 at 7.30 pm.

Urenui Rodeo

watch the cowboys ply their skills against the raging bulls
watch and cringe as they defy injury
featuring the likes of Mumbo Love Bike and Rick Cobblestone
a full days spectacular of entertainment for the whole family
where and when....
February 14-Urenui Community Grounds (New Plymouth)
kicks off at 8.am

The World Blues Revue

with Duke Robillard, who performed with the likes of Bob Dylan
Chris Cain, an extraordinary blues guitarist and vocalist
and Norton Buffalo of the Steve Miller Band
backing includes the 4 D's, Danny Caron on guitar
Dewayne Pate on Bass, Dave Mathews on Keyboards
and Deszon Claiborne
they are also joined by Bullfrog Rata and the Renard Horns.
where and when....
February 11- Napier Municipal Theatre
February 12- Palmerston North Regent Theatre
February 13- New Plymouth TSB Showplace
February 14- Hamilton Founders Theatre
February 15-Tauranga Baycourt Theatre
February 16- Wellington Opera House
February 17- Christchurch James Hay Theatre

The Heartland Tour

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
including the Weber Clarinet Concerto
and Mendelssohn's Midsummer Night's Dream
plus much more to delight you
where and when....
February 11- Napier Municipal Theatre
February 12- Hawke's Bay Opera House (Hastings)
February 13- War Memorial Theatre (Gisbourne)
February 14- Whakatane Stadium (Whakatane)
February 15- Great Lake Centre (Taupo)
February 16- Founders Theatre (Hamilton)
February 18- TSB Showplace (New Plymouth)

David Bowie

Dave looking for a taste of New Zealand reality as he promotes his new album
head along and give him a taste New Zealand style
where and when....
February 14-Westpac Stadium Wellington

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