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Language of LivingThe New Zealand Dance company are bringing the critically acclaimed Language of Living back to a wider audience. |
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A Weird Night OutThe event will take place across various zones in the recently revamped historic venue of Victoria Park Market. Auckland's newest night out is sure to be one of the quirkiest.... |
May
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Like This, Like UsLike This, Like Us promises to be thought provoking and enjoyable even to those who are... |
May
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Iron Man 3Who leads the current revival of superhero movies, you can stop your pop-culture equivocating now. |
May
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Fort Street Union presents Brooke Duff, K.One and DJCXLThe inner city social house has come to the New Zealand Music Month party. |
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A Day on Gibbs Art FarmNPH host the opportunity to visit Sir Alan Gibbs Farm in the Kairpara Harbour. |
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Upstairs At Freeman featuring Weird Together & Uncle BarnieThis sounds like a tantalising cocktail of musical madness you want to be a part of. |
May
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Outlook Festival 2013 Launch PartyWinter is upon us and that means music festivals are a rarity. Luckily, the Outlook Festival 2013 Launch Party is here to provide a taste of the action happening over... |
Jun
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Semi-Permanent 2013Roll on Semi-Permanent 2013; two days packed with presentations, exhibitions, workshops, prizes and parties. |
Jun
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The Best of BritishA great opportunity to have a few warm beers and remember the motherland. |
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Shop One NightShop One Night returns after the success of last year thanks to Showroom 22 and Shop What's New. |
Jun
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The Glass MenagerieTennessee Williams' first great Broadway success is an emotionally-charged portrait of hope which is as moving... |
Jun
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Star Trek Into DarknessLarge in scale but also capable of delivering impressively intimate moments throughout. |
Jun
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Spring BreakersA morally obscure fever dream that is worth seeing on a big screen. |
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Angels and AristocratsAn exhibition featuring a selection of European art from our very own premier public art collections. |
Jun
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Auckland Festival of PhotographyThe Auckland Festival of Photography runs from the 30th of May to the 21st of June... |
Jun
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The Rutherford Trust CollectionThe Rutherford Trust Collection is a well-kept secret; a rich and diverse selection of artwork showcasing... |
Jun
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The Hangover IIIBetter than the sequel but well short of the first, Hangover Part III is...an adequate finale. |
Jun
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The Reluctant FundamentalistAn intelligent and poignant story by acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair |
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A$AP RockyThe human whirlwind that is A$AP Rocky visits New Zealand shores for the first time. |
Jun
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British and French ModernismIf you haven't already been to check out the recently revamped Auckland Art Gallery, here's another... |
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Manic Street PreachersColloquially known as 'The Manics', this Welsh rock group are excited to visit New Zealand for the first time. |
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TokimonstaLos Angeles producer Tokimonsta is set for her debut tour of New Zealand, heading to our shores in July. |
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ShapeshifterElectronica virtuosos Shapeshifter have just announced a string of shows in celebration of their latest album. The number of nationwide tours the group have performed extends well into double digits... |
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Unknown Mortal OrchestraIndie rockers Unknown Mortal Orchestra play the Kings Arms after their popular live shows earlier this year. |
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Passion PitAmerican indie rock band Passion Pit are returning to Auckland to perform at the Powerstation. |
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Into the Icy RealmsNational Geographic Live comes to the Aotea Centre this winter with epic tales of adventure from the most remote corners of the planet. |
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James BlakeElectronica-soul heavyweight James Blake finally visits our shores after several years of international acclaim. |
Aug
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The Food Show 2013So prepare your palate, grab a foodie friend and make your way to the ASB showgrounds... |
Aug
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The 5th Auckland TriennialThe free three-month festival of contemporary art will be the largest to date, with artists working... |
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Grizzlies, Piranhas and Man-Eating PigsNational Geographic Live comes to Auckland this winter with epic tales of adventure from the most remote corners of the globe. |
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Healthy Living Show 2013The Healthy Living Show returns, an inspiring event focused on your health, wellbeing, environment, and relationships... |
Nov
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LATE at the Museum 2013Monthly discussions on the gods and modern times, with feature bands, DJs and artists performances. |
Dec
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Vida MarketWhy not surprise someone special on Wednesdays – satisfaction guaranteed. |
Dec
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La Cigale French MarketsVariety, quality, authenticity, flavour and freshness – this market ticks all the boxes. Most of the... |
Dec
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Oratia Farmers MarketsClose to the Waitakere Ranges and a 20 minute drive from central Auckland, this place is... |
Dec
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Avondale MarketsIf it’s grown in the ground or on a tree and you can eat it, you’ll... |
performingLanguage of Living
Saturday, 25th May - 7PM
@ Aotea Centre - Auckland
The New Zealand Dance company are bringing the critically acclaimed Language of Living back to a wider audience.
playA Weird Night Out
Saturday, 25th May - 8PM
@ Victoria Park Market
The event will take place across various zones in the recently revamped historic venue of Victoria Park Market. Auckland's newest night out is sure to be one of the quirkiest.
performingLike This, Like Us
Wednesday, 22nd May - Saturday, 25th May
@ The Basement Studio
Like This, Like Us promises to be thought provoking and enjoyable even to those who are unfamiliar with contemporary dance.
filmIron Man 3
Thursday, 25th April - Saturday, 25th May
@ Various Cinemas, Auckland
Who leads the current revival of superhero movies, you can stop your pop-culture equivocating now.
playFort Street Union presents Brooke Duff, K.One and DJCXL
Wednesday, 8th May - 10PM - Wednesday, 29th May - 10PM
@ Fort Street Union
The inner city social house has come to the New Zealand Music Month party.
musicChe-Fu
Thursday, 30th May - 7PM
@ Tyler Street Garage
Che Rauhihi-Ness takes the stage at Tyler Street Garage.
artA Day on Gibbs Art Farm
Thursday, 30th May - 12AM
@ Gibbs Art Farm
NPH host the opportunity to visit Sir Alan Gibbs Farm in the Kairpara Harbour.
musicUpstairs At Freeman featuring Weird Together & Uncle Barnie
Thursday, 30th May - 9PM
@ Freeman and Grey
This sounds like a tantalising cocktail of musical madness you want to be a part of.
performingElemental
Thursday, 30th May - Friday, 31st May
@ Q Theatre - Rangatira
The rhythm of the night set at a light and shade tempo from New Zealand's premier percussionist group.
playOutlook Festival 2013 Launch Party
Friday, 31st May - 10PM
@ Bacco Room
Winter is upon us and that means music festivals are a rarity. Luckily, the Outlook Festival 2013 Launch Party is here to provide a taste of the action happening over in Croatia. The party is set to give an insight to the music and culture that the Outlook Festival in Croatia is renowned for.
thinkSemi-Permanent 2013
Friday, 31st May - Saturday, 1st June
@ ASB Theatre
Roll on Semi-Permanent 2013; two days packed with presentations, exhibitions, workshops, prizes and parties.
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