PLEASE NOTE: Information regarding times & dates of these events was correct at the time this issue went to print. However, due to the pandemic, events may be postponed or cancelled. In some cases, tickets may be limited or social distancing measures employed as appropriate. Readers are advised to check events online for updates.
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EXPOS, FESTIVALS & EXHIBITIONS The Baby Show August 20-22, ASB Showgrounds, 217 Green Lane West, Epsom Ironically, the biggest expos can focus on some of the smallest of Kiwis. From maternity wear to baby clothes, nappies, car seats, strollers, cots, toys, books and so much more, everything one could imagine a baby or parent may need will be on show at this event. Details via www.babyshow.co.nz.
MUSICALS & DANCE Shrek the Musical Jr. August 10-14, 7.30-9pm, Ormiston Junior College, 285 Ormiston Rd, Flat Bush Students from Ormiston Junior College are about to ‘get freaky’ as they present a stage adaptation of box office phenomenon, Shrek. More information is accessible via www.ojc.school.nz. Inflated Rebel August 11-15, times vary, Q Theatre, 305 Queen St, Auckland City Featuring the SOFT.co dance company, this show serves as
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an exploration of the binaries of obedience and rebellion, with puffer jackets, blow-up pool toys, and inflatable set thrown in for good measure. A humorous, rambunctious romp, Inflated Rebel also poses poignant and important questions about identity, feminism and humanity. See www.qtheatre. co.nz for more information.
Tutus on Tour August 17, from 6.30pm, BNZ Theatre, Vodafone Events Centre, 770 Great South Rd, Manukau While stepping their way across the country, dancers from The Royal New Zealand Ballet will step up to present works from such classics as Swan Lake and more. See www. rnzb.org.nz for details.
Dakota of the White Flats August 14-21, times vary, Q Theatre, 305 Queen Street, Auckland City Based on Philip Ridley’s awardwinning book of the same name, this play is billed as ‘a thrillingly spooky and punk show with wild characters, gutsy heroines, and an electric score.’ See www.qtheatre. co.nz.
The Firebird with Paquita August 12-14, times vary, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland City Set to a grand score by the iconic Stravinsky, this exotic fairy tale offers a world of wild enchantment presented by the talented dancers of the Royal New Zealand Ballet. For more information see www. rnzb.org.nz.
Night Light – An Evening of Earthy Contrast September 3-4, from 7.30pm, ASB Waterfront Theatre, 138 Halsey Street, Auckland City Presented by the New Zealand Dance Company, this show includes two inspired and contrasting stories portrayed through dance. Visit www.nzdc.org.nz.
Things that Matter – Stories of life and death August 17-29, times vary, ASB Waterfront Theatre, 138 Halsey Street, Auckland City Perhaps the most important thing in life is good health, but when treating people and their afflictions, good health needs a wide-ranging approach by doctors. A memoir of Dr David Galler who has worked on the frontlines of NZ’s health system for more than 30 years, this play tells the story of extraordinary patients and the struggles our society faces in caring for them. Visit www.atc.co.nz/whats-on.
You Make Me Feel Like Dancing! August 16, from 11am, Somervell Presbyterian Church, 497 Remuera Road, Remuera, and September 7, from 11am, St Columba Presbyterian Church, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany Bust out those boogie shoes – or blue suede ones for that matter – and enjoy a showcase of the most famous dance hits from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. For more details visit www.operatunity.co.nz/concerts.
THEATRE Tiny Beautiful Things August 4-7, times vary, Howick Little Theatre, 1 Sir Lloyd Drive, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga We may feel like the weight (and fate!) of the world is on our shoulders. However, as this comedy (based on the book of the same name by advice columnist Cheryl Strayed) reveals, sometimes it’s the little things that can mean the most. Visit Details at hlt.org.nz.
MUSIC The Circle of Life – Sunday Serenade August 8, from 1.30pm, St Andrew’s Church, 3 Papakura-Clevedon Road, Clevedon
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