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16th Ave Theatre: Season’s Greetings by Alan Aychbourn from November 22
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Story: It’s Christmas Eve in the Bunker Household and stress levels are rising. Belinda wants peace and goodwill; Uncle Harvey wants peace and quiet to watch the telly; Phyllis wants another drink, and Rachel just wants to be loved! The arrival of Clive (a suave author), and an incompetent puppet show from the hapless doctor Bernard, sets the scene for a night of comedy of the darkest variety.
When: November 22 – December 9
Where: 16th Ave Theatre
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Exhibition: Anya Mowll and Sarah Ablisser at The Art Lounge from November 24
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Sarah Albisser will exhibit “Line Complexity” and Anya Mowll “My happy place”. Sarah is famous for exploring different techniques and her art is a mix of ink, thread and stitching on paper. Anya Mowll works mainly on one-off ceramic sculptures. She is inspired by structures in nature, objects like shells, skeletons and corals are her current main forms.
When: November 24 – January 4
Where: The Art Lounge
Further info: Click here
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Call for Artists
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What: The Papamoa Christmas Art Fest is a visual and musical celebration of all that is good in human relationships and a reminder of the love that Christmas is all about!
Paintings, photos, videos, large floral displays, music and laughter are all on offer.
Seeking: Artists willing to do a painting in an hour. The topic for the art is: “A Moment of Intimacy, Laughter and Kindness.”
Contact: Julie Guest – mobile: 027 420 5375, email: julieg@waiapu.com
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Concert: Gianicci Schicchi by the Tauranga Opera Forum November 29
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What: Contenders for the 2018 Singing Scholarships will present their best with a selection of songs designed to show off their considerable vocal talents. Audience and professional input into the final selections of the scholarships winners.
When: November 29 from 5.30 pm
Where: Graham Young Youth Theatre, Boys College Tauranga
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Mauao Contemporary Choir
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They call themselves Mauao Crazy Choir and are a bunch of people of all ages and abilities who love to sing and have a good time. Guided by Emily Macklow, this choir welcomes everybody, whether or not they think they can sing.
When: Thursday from 6.30 pm
Where: Mauao Performing Arts Centre
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‘Allo ‘Allo – Le Christmas Dinner Show from November 30
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Pop along to Tauranga’s ‘umble Café Versailles French Restaurant for a night to remember as Rene Artois juggles the Gestapo, the Resistance, his secret affairs and wife, Edith.
When: November 30 – December 16
Where: Restaurant Cafe Versailles, 107 Grey St, Tauranga
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Claudia Jarman Memorial Lecture: New Zealand At Venice November 30
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Described as ‘a little fox terrier with a huge spirit’ Claudia Jarman was an art educator with great passion, inspiring two generations of teenagers in the Bay of Plenty to practice and appreciate art.
Rhana Devenport, Director of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, is the Curator of Lisa Reihana: Emissaries, the New Zealand Pavilion for the 57th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia
Rhana will discuss the process, challenges, expectations and surprises associated with an ambitious international project of this scale and scope.
When: November 30, 5.30 – 7.30 pm
Where: Tauranga Art Gallery
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Workshop: Tropical Painting with Paula Knight December 1 – 3
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2 or 3 days of painting bliss and a great way to relax into the busy festive season and nurture your creative side!
Day 1, Friday, is optional and will be a creative warm up and for those who would like to have a head-start.
Saturday and Sunday are focused on creating your own beautiful tropical botanical painting.
When: December 1 – 3, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Paula Knight Artist Studio
Further info: Click here or call Paula on 029 602 4108
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Multicultural Tauranga – Music from the World December 1
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All are welcome at the ‘Music from the world” end of the year event from Multicultural Tauranga.
Be inspired by the beautiful voices of children from a local school of music, and capitvated by the musical talents that our migrants and newcomers bring to Tauranga.
Bring a plate of food to share for a celebratory potluck dinner and enjoy the beginning of the festive season.
When: December 1 from 6 pm
Where: Wesley Church Hall
Further info: Click here
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Exhibition: Large Paintings at Katikati Art Gallery December 1 – 21
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The Katikati Art Group are holding an on-trend 21 day exhibition of “Large Art Only”
This is the perfect opportunity to fill that big blank wall of yours!
When: December 1 – 21, Monday – Saturday 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Katikati Art Gallery
Further info: Check out their Facebook-event
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Papamoa Christmas Art Fest December 1 – 3
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The Papamoa Christmas Art Fest shall challenge the idea that a good Christmas is one that involves a lot of spending. It will be a visual and musical celebration of all that is good in human relationships. A reminder of the love that Christmas is all about.
Paintings, photos, videos, large floral displays, music and laughter are all on offer.
There will also be the chance to get hands on with art for both children and adults… with card making workshops running all day, a vision board workshop, wax art, painting and more.
Morning and afternoon tea will be available at no cost.
When: December 1 – 3
Where: 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa
Contact: Julie Guest, phone: 0274 205 375, email: julieg@waiapu.com
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Distortion – Underground House Music at Totara St. December 1
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Distortion is a night of Underground House music in the Mount brought to you by the premiere NZ DJ company, Addictive DJ’s.
When: December 1 from 8 pm
Where: Totara St, Mt. Maunganui
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Concert: Carols in the Park 2017 December 1
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Come along and enjoy an evening in this lovely park while listening to Christmas carols. Featuring the Salvation Army Band, Ngai Tamarawaho Choir, Bellevue School Choir, and Brookfield School. All welcome!
When: December 1, 18:30 – 20:30 pm
Where: Sydenham Botanic Park, Brookfield
Further info: Click here
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Theatre: Oliver Twisted at Baycourt December 1 & 2
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The story of orphans and the trials and tribulations of love and lost. An entertaining dance version made up of ballet, jazz, tap and musical theatre. A family show for all ages.
When: December 1st and 2nd
Where: Baycourt Addison Theatre
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Cult Cinema Club: North by Northwest by Alfred Hitchcock December 2
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Story: New York City ad executive Roger O. Thornhill (Cary Grant) pursued by ruthless spy Phillip Vandamm (James Mason) after Thornhill is mistaken for a government agent. Hunted relentlessly by Vandamm’s associates, the harried Thornhill ends up on a cross-country journey, meeting the beautiful and mysterious Eve Kendall (Eva Marie Saint) along the way. Soon Vandamm’s henchmen close in on Thornhill, resulting in a number of iconic action sequences.
When: December 2, 6.30 – 11 pm
Where: Cult Cinema Club, Historic Village
Further info and tickets: Click here
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A Colonial At Home 1867 by the Tauranga Writers December 2
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What: Travel back with Tauranga Writers across the decades to a social evening in Victorian New Zealand to celebrate our own past and the Bay of Plenty’s history.
When: December 2, 2 – 4 pm
Where: The Village Hall, Historic Village
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Musical: Blood Brothers at Baycourt from November 2
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Stage Right Trust proudly brings to life Willy Russell’s much loved, award-winning musical about a set of twins separated at birth who grow up streets apart never knowing the truth about each other, but become firm friends when their paths cross later in life.
Featuring a stunning cast, Blood Brothers is a witty, entertaining and sometimes emotional musical that is not to be missed.
When: December 2 – 9
Where: Baycourt X Space
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Concert: Handel Messiah by Scholars Pro Musica December 2
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Scholars Pro Musica are back with their third annual perfomance of Handel’s greatest oratorio and seasonal favourite, Messiah. For this year’s performance, the Scholars are joined once again by NZbAROK, New Zealand’s only professional baroque orchestra, to deliver another highly stylised performance of this work – the way Handel himself would have envisioned it.
When: December 2 from 7.30 pm
Where: St. Mary Immaculate Church
Further info: Click here
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Showcase: Musicals through the years December 2
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What: Talented students from STEPS from age 6 – 17 years of age perform a selection of musical numbers.
When: December 2, 2 – 7 pm
Where: Graham Young Theatre, Boys College Tauranga
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Concert: Sammy J Live at Totara St December 2
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The Sleepwalker Tour is going LIVE right here in AOTEAROA! Sammy J is a New Zealand reggae star with a voice sure to capture your attention.
When: December 2 from 8 pm
Where: Totara St, Mt Maunganui
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Trustpower Christmas Parade – Downtown Tauranga December 2
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The Trustpower Christmas Parade comes back to Tauranga this year. After last years huge success with over 20.000 people flodding the streets of Downtown Tauranga we get to enjoy a spectacle of costume, music, dance, large festive floats and SANTA again this Saturday.
When: December 2 from 11 am
Where: The parade will start at the top of Devonport Road, finishing on The Strand at the bottom of Harrington Street
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Concert: Oriana Singers – Almost Christmas and anything goes December 2 & 3
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Under the baton of guest Musical Director Jess Bradley and talented accompanist Leon Gray, the programme includes a nicely- blended selection of popular songs and carlos designed to make the audience smile and want to sing along.
When: December 2 and 3 from 2.30 pm
Where: St Andrew’s Church (2.12.) and Otumoetai Baptist Church (3.12.)
Further info: Click here
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Workshop: Stone Sculpture with Rex O’Brien December 2 & 3
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Learn the basics like how to use tools to shape stone with award winning and experienced tutor and artist Rex O’Brien and create and design your own 3D sculpture.
When: December 2 – 3, 9 am – 4 pm
Where: The Incubator Artery
Further info and bookings: Click here
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Workshop: Roreka – Taonga Puoro Wanaga December 3
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This workshop will introduce taonga puoro, a traditional Maori musical instruments.
You will learn about the instrument names, gods, guardians and genealogy associated with the numerous instruments, construction techniques and protocols surrounding their appropriate use embellished with demonstrations. You will also make two taonga puoro and learn to play them.
When: December 3, 12.30 – 5 pm
Where: The Incubator Creative Hub
Further info: Click here
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BOP Film Christmas Party at Astrolabe December 6
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Everyone is welcome to join us the BOP Film crew in Nana’s Bar @ Astrolabe to celebrate a busy and successful year for the new regional film office & our local film industry.
When: December 6 from 6 pm
Where: Astrolabe, Mt Maunganui
Further info: Click here
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Showcase: The Beauty and the Beast at Baycourt November 4 & 5
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Beauty & the Beast will showcase the diverse work of local choreographers and 150 dancers from The Urban Dance Studios training out of Tauranga and Arataki.
Presented by: Urban Dance Youth Trust
When: December 4 & 5, 6 pm
Where: Baycourt Addison Theatre
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Tauranga Art Gallery: After in the afternoon with Sam Eva December 6
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What: Art in the Afternoon is a platform for Friends to hear from local artists and others engaged in the arts community. Come and hear from Sam Eva about her study and her work.
When: December 6 from 3 pm
Where: Tauranga Art Gallery
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Concert: The Danberrys at Katikati Folk Club December 6
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Described as “a rhythmically seductive and emotionally connecting band” The Danberrys are led by Tennessee-born couple of Ben DeBerry and Dorothy Daniel – a truly unique pair of artists hailing from East Nashville, Tennessee.
When: December 6 from 7.30 pm
Where: Katikati Folk Club at the Bowling Club, 8 Park Road
Further info: Click here
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Concert: Pseudo Echo at Totara Street December 7
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Pseudo Echo (Australia) bring pop classics like Funky Town, A Beat For You, Listening, and many more.
Kiwi favourites The Narcs fans will lap up their radio smashes like Heart And Soul, Diamonds On China, and No Turning Back.
With a massive 10 New Zealand top 40 hits between Pseudo Echo and The Narcs, these are unmissable shows for all 80s fans.
When: December 7 from 8 pm
Where: Totara St, Mt Maunganui
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Showcase: Page to Stage presented by KJ Studios December 8 & 9
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Modern choreography teamed with creativity and storytelling will make for an incredible show when KJ Studios brings the written word to life in Page to Stage!
When: December 8 from 6.30 pm and December 9, 11.30 am – 6.30 pm
Where: Baycourt Addison Theatre
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Reggae by the Mount at Totara Street December 8
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International and New Zealand best Reggae Roots Dancehall bands sharing the stage at Totara St.
When: December 8 from 8 pm
Where: Totara St, Mt. Maunganui
Further info and tickets: Click here
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Workshop: Life Drawing with Graham Crow
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At this one day taster class, learn techniques to portray the human figure, and how to give life and personality to your drawings with acclaimed artist Graham Crow.
When: December 9 from 10 am – 3 pm
Where: The Incubator Artery
Further info: Click here
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End Of Year Student Concert at Totara Street December 10
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Come and enjoy some of the Bays hottest young talent performing a free show for their community! These shows always go off with a bang. Hosted by local legend Nick Ririnui, there is action from the awesome drama students, choir, solo artists, and full band line ups.
When: December 10 from 4 pm
Where: Totara St, Mt. Maunganui
Further info: Click here
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Christmas Carols on the Waterfront December 10
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Christmas is just around the corner!
The annual Carols on the Waterfront event returns this year to the city centre. Everyone is welcome at this free family friendly event where we will celebrate the festive season, singing everyone’s favourite Christmas Carols!
Everyone is invited to dress up as shepherds or angels and follow Mary and Joseph on a donkey from No.1 The Strand to The Edgewater Fan, where the Chorus will be set up.
When: December 10, 5.30 – 8 pm
Where: Tauranga Waterfront
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Country Rock Christmas with Kevin Greaves & James Ray December 10
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Have yourself a Country Rock Christmas with multi award winning stars!
When: December 10 from 5pm
Where: Tauranga Citz Club
Tickets: $ 15 at Reception
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Auditions: The Perfect Murder at 16th Ave Theatre December 10
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The Perfect Murder is a highly entertaining dark comedy, written by Peter James and directed by Melissa Osgood and might just leave you sleeping with one eye open!
When: December 10 from 1 pm
Where: 16th Ave Theatre
Further info: Click here
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Tauranga Civic Choir – Afternoon of Carols at the Tauranga Art Gallery December 16
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The Tauranga Civic Choir will be presenting a one-hour programme of Christmas carols at the Tauranga Art Gallery.
When: December 10 from 2 pm
Where: Tauranga Art Gallery
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