WORLD PRESS PHOTO EXHIBITION
1-20 August
Smith & Caugheys, Level 5
Founded in 1955, the global photography competition and exhibition is one of the most prestigious in the world, capturing the most important journalistic moments from the last year. This year’s entries examine Ukraine, Afghanistan, Egypt and Central Asia.
TAKURUA TIITII SACRED KNOWLEDGE
4-6 August
ANZ Viaduct Centre
This cultural extravaganza combines fine dining over five courses, dance theatre, and authentic storytelling through the riotous Samoan comedy tradition fale aitu. The show tells the story of Ti’iti’i (also known as Māui), a rebellious trickster and hero of the Pacific, who challenged the gods to share their sacred knowledge with the people.
THINGS THAT MATTER
11-26 August
ASB Waterfront Theatre
Adapted from the best-selling memoir, Things That Matter, by Dr David Galler, this play is set in a range of familiar locations. Follow Raf Beckman, a doctor from Middlemore Hospital as he tackles his way through a hospital that’s well over capacity with burnout, endless paperwork, and genuine care for his patients. An all-too-familiar tale, with a compassionate perspective.
THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY
12 August
The Civic
This enthralling show chronicles the journey of two young boys from Queens, New York, who go on to become one of the world’s greatest double acts of all time. This immersive concert-styled theatre show follows the duo throughout their joint and individual career highlights, including their dramatic split and legendary 1981 reunion.
RANDY FELTFACE: FELTOPIA
12 August
Sky City Theatre
Randy Feltface has spent the past 18 years carving out a unique space within the international comedy scene, nominated for the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Fest comedy award, selling out seasons in New York and London, and appearing on NBC’s Bring the Funny. Naturally, after an elite television career, it’s time for the purple puppet to enter politics.
GUY MONTGOMERY’S SPELLING BEE
12 August
Q Theatre
Catch the hit television show in a live setting. Through five excruciating rounds, Guy will test some of the comedy festival’s best comedians on their ability to spell various words. It’s competitive, hilarious and truly supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, or you know… a real word for wonderful.
NZ FASHION WEEK
29 August – 3 September
ANZ Viaduct Centre
This year’s fashion week marks a new era in regard to sustainability, inclusivity, connection, cultural identity, and innovation. NZFW and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei have come together to announce their partnership for Aotearoa’s sole international fashion event. Featuring a mix of established names and showcasing up-and-coming designers, NZFW is the event for any fashionista.
NEW ZEALAND OPERA M(ORPHEUS)
6-23 September
ASB Waterfront Theatre
New Zealand Opera and internationally acclaimed Pacific contemporary dance company, Black Grace, present (m)Orpheus, a reimagining of Christoph Gluck’s 18th-century masterpiece, Orpheus and Eurydice, led by director and choreographer Neil Ieremia (ONZM).
Re-orchestrated by composer and percussionist Gareth Farr, don’t miss this exquisite dance-opera collision, blending rich Pasifika storytelling with themes of Greek tragedy. Coming to Auckland and Wellington this September.
