Theatre and shows for families
Our pick of the BEST upcoming shows, theatre and concerts for children and families in 2019 in Auckland, New Zealand
April 2019 shows
Type:
Theatre
Theatre
All
Art
Culture
Environmental
Exhibition
Free
Movies
Museums and Galleries
Music
School holidays
Science & Tech
Sports
Where:
All
All
Central Auckland
East Auckland
Gulf Islands
North Auckland
South Auckland
West Auckland
Ages:
All
All
All Ages
Babies (up to 1 year)
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
School age children (5 to 12 years)
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
When
(Thursday) 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where
Mangere Arts Centre – Nga Tohu o Uenuku
Corner Bader Drive and Orly Avenue, Mangere, Auckland
Future dates
Thursday 25 April 2019 7:00 pmFriday 26 April 2019 2:00 pmFriday 26 April 2019 7:00 pmSaturday 27 April 2019 2:00 pmSaturday 27 April 2019 7:00 pm
Event Details
Sinarella is a heartfelt twist on the children’s story Cinderella performed with a South Auckland flavour. Each year, the award-winning team from Māngere Arts Centre – Ngā Tohu o Uenuku
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Sinarella is a heartfelt twist on the children’s story Cinderella performed with a South Auckland flavour.
Each year, the award-winning team from Māngere Arts Centre – Ngā Tohu o Uenuku brings together the local community and the performing arts industry to present an annual school holiday show, supported by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board.
The show is directed by Brady Peeti and Rokalani Lavea, featuring a cast of 40 community performers and live band. The show is full of dream-big optimism, joy and cheeky humour that will have you laughing and wanting to get up and join in.
Sinarella is a must-see theatre production for this April School Holidays that the whole family will enjoy – and a true South Auckland community collaboration.
Thursday 18 – Saturday 27 April, 11am, 2pm and 7pm – show times vary depending on the day.
Price
Tickets: Children $10.25
Students and Seniors $16.38
Adults $23
Booking fees apply.
Organiser
When
(Friday) 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Where
The PumpHouse Theatre
2a Manurere Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
Future dates
Friday 26 April 2019 2:00 pmSaturday 27 April 2019 10:30 amSaturday 27 April 2019 2:00 pmSunday 28 April 2019 10:30 amSunday 28 April 2019 2:00 pm
Event Details
For the April 2019 school holidays Tim Bray Productions, presents The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate based by Margaret Mahy’s children’s book. The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate tells
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For the April 2019 school holidays Tim Bray Productions, presents The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate based by Margaret Mahy’s children’s book.
The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate tells the story of Sam, an ordinary man who wears an ordinary suit and who works in an ordinary office. But his mother is an extraordinary mother – she’s a pirate and yearns to see the sea again.
A wonderful and madcap adventure ensues as they travel to the sea, with much audience involvement. You and your children will adore this all-time favourite story by New Zealand’s literary treasure, Margaret Mahy.
Optional Costume Parade: Encourage your children to dress up as their favourite character from The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate for the onstage Costume Parade just prior to the start of the show.
Price
Tickets:
Children and adults from: $22.00 and earlybird from $17.50
Groups from: $18.50
Family Pass From $83.00
Booking Fee $5 per booking.
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Where
Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre
595 Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland
Event Details
Following two mighty Mash Ups last year, the first Family Fun Day Mash Up of 2019 is about to be unleashed… This is not just an All Ages event – it’s
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Following two mighty Mash Ups last year, the first Family Fun Day Mash Up of 2019 is about to be unleashed…
This is not just an All Ages event – it’s an Any Ages event. With entertainment for both kids and adults, plus lashings of food and fun, this will be the biggest Family Fun Day Mash Up we’ve had so far.
Entertainment includes:
- Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show
- Surrey Boudit: Full 8-piece ska/reggae/rocksteady band
Kapa haka performances from local schools - MC Penny Ashton
- Disco by Lee from the 95bFM Kids Show
- Face painting by the lovely Ethel
- Hot food for purchase
- Community Stalls
Price
FREE
May 2019 family theatre and shows
Type:
Theatre
Theatre
All
Art
Culture
Environmental
Exhibition
Free
Movies
Museums and Galleries
Music
School holidays
Science & Tech
Sports
Where:
All
All
Central Auckland
East Auckland
Gulf Islands
North Auckland
South Auckland
West Auckland
Ages:
All
All
All Ages
Babies (up to 1 year)
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
School age children (5 to 12 years)
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Aotea Centre
50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland, 1010
Event Details
Let the White Face Crew give you the skinny on the 70’s and 80’s. Come boogie down as they take you back to the days when hip-hop dance emerged from
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Let the White Face Crew give you the skinny on the 70’s and 80’s. Come boogie down as they take you back to the days when hip-hop dance emerged from disco dancing. Join the White Face Crew as they showcase their unique style of physical comedy, with clowning, dance and physical theatre. Can you dig it?!
Afterwards join the White Face Crew team to learn some tricks of the trade to create your own funny routines, with the tools of clowning, comedic timing, and dance.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets at https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-white-face-crew#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Let the White Face Crew give you the skinny on the 70’s and 80’s. Come boogie down as they take you back to the days when hip-hop dance emerged from
Event Details
Let the White Face Crew give you the skinny on the 70’s and 80’s. Come boogie down as they take you back to the days when hip-hop dance emerged from disco dancing. Join the White Face Crew as they showcase their unique style of physical comedy, with clowning, dance and physical theatre. Can you dig it?!
Afterwards join the White Face Crew team to learn some tricks of the trade to create your own funny routines, with the tools of clowning, comedic timing, and dance.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets at https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-white-face-crew#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Where
Hawkins Theatre
13 Ray Small Dr, Papakura, Auckland
Event Details
A variety concert featuring the Manukau Youth Orchestra, Manurewa Youth Symphonic Band, Te Toi Taiohi Orchestra, Manukau Youth Jazz Orchestra and our beginner orchestral students from Hillpark
Event Details
A variety concert featuring the Manukau Youth Orchestra, Manurewa Youth Symphonic Band, Te Toi Taiohi Orchestra, Manukau Youth Jazz Orchestra and our beginner orchestral students from Hillpark School and Manurewa Central School.
Price
FREE
Organiser
Manukau Youth Orchestra
When
(Saturday) 11:00 am
Where
Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, Auckland
Future dates
Saturday 11 May 2019 2:00 pm
Event Details
Join the APO and artist Elise McCann for a scrumdiddlyumptious musical adventure inspired by the fantastical imagination of Roald Dahl. Dahl is one of the world’s most popular authors. His stories
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Join the APO and artist Elise McCann for a scrumdiddlyumptious musical adventure inspired by the fantastical imagination of Roald Dahl.
Dahl is one of the world’s most popular authors. His stories have entertained generations of children combining fun, fear and a sprinkling of naughtiness.
Grab your golden ticket for this magical family concert. Elise McCann (2016 Helpmann Award Winner, Miss Honey in Matilda the Musical) and the APO will perform music from Matilda the Musical, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, original compositions of Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes and more.
Conductor David Kay
Featuring Elise McCann
Musical arrangements and direction Stephen Amos
Dahlesque is presented by Bayleys
Performance times are 11am and 2pm.
Price
Tickets:
Children $19
Student $19
Family of 4 $24.50 each
Adult $40
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Where
Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, Auckland
Future dates
Sunday 30 June 2019 2:30 pmSaturday 28 September 2019 7:30 pm
Event Details
AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
Event Details
AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
Price
FREE. Dontations are gratefully received.
Organiser
When
(Thursday) 7:00 pm
Where
The Rose Centre
4 School Road, Belmont, Auckland
Future dates
Friday 17 May 2019 7:00 pmSaturday 18 May 2019 11:00 amSaturday 18 May 2019 6:00 pmSunday 19 May 2019 11:00 amSunday 19 May 2019 2:00 pm
Event Details
Forty-one children with and without disabilities will share the limelight in Auckland this May in New Zealand’s first ever fully-inclusive children’s musical, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Junior. Based on
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Forty-one children with and without disabilities will share the limelight in Auckland this May in New Zealand’s first ever fully-inclusive children’s musical, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Junior.
Based on the rip-roaring DreamWorks animated motion picture, and featuring the movie’s original music and lyrics, this fully inclusive production is being presented by New Zealand’s leading professional, inclusive performance company, Touch Compass, at The Rose Centre, Belmont.
The cast includes children aged 6 to 18, almost half of whom have some kind of disability or learning difference – including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome and Spina Bifida. Performers who require full-time support will be accompanied by support actors on stage – in costume.
Madagascar tells the story of Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, the hilarious, plotting penguins as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.
Filled with outlandish characters, adventure galore and an upbeat score, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Junior and its delightful cast will leave audiences with no choice but to “Move It, Move It”.
The show will also be fully accessible, including Deaf signing by a young interpreter who is Deaf herself, hence, rather than interpreting what’s on stage, will be learning the entire script word for word. While this does happen from time to time overseas, it is very unique in New Zealand.
There will also be a special relaxed show for young theatre-goers with autism and sensory sensitivities and one show will be audio described for those who are blind or have low vision. Both these shows also include a touch tour beforehand.
Bookings are essential
Price
Children and teenagers aged 18 and under $8
Adults $15
Seniors $10
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Where
The Winchester Club
24 St Benedicts Street, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010
Event Details
Celebrate NZ Family Music during NZ Music Month. Three of NZ’s most dynamic family acts all under the one roof for one epic show.
Event Details
Celebrate NZ Family Music during NZ Music Month.
Three of NZ’s most dynamic family acts all under the one roof for one epic show. Levity Beet, Mr Roberelli, Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show.
Kiwi Kids Music Disco with Lee from 95 BFM Kids Show.
The lovely Ethel will face painting, five bucks a face.
Other members of The Kiwi Kids Music Collective will be onsite for meet/greet and signing opportunity’s. Merchandise will be available. Cash sales only.
Hot food and full bar onsite
Price
TICKETS
$15 online presales
$20 on the door
Limited tickets so get in quick.
Bookings through Under the Radar (UTR): https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/tour/9856/The-Bullrush-Bonanza.utr
When
(Friday) 2:00 pm
Future dates
Friday 31 May 2019 2:00 pmFriday 31 May 2019 7:00 pmSaturday 1 June 2019 2:00 pmSaturday 1 June 2019 6:00 pmSunday 2 June 2019 2:00 pmSunday 2 June 2019 6:00 pm
Event Details
Wlld Dreamer Productins presents Meera. Meera is a celebration of tender love and smouldering passion, a unique love story which brings together hopeless romanticism, devotion and betrayal in an exploding culmination of colour and
Event Details
Wlld Dreamer Productins presents Meera.
Meera is a celebration of tender love and smouldering passion, a unique love story which brings together hopeless romanticism, devotion and betrayal in an exploding culmination of colour and fantasy which is primed to take Auckland by storm.
It showcases human emotions at their best and worst creating a cauldron of passion and treason. A whirlwind of love and betrayal which tugs at the heart strings and celebrates the triumph of goodness and tenderness of selfless love and sacrifice. This eternal love story set amidst the backdrop of mystical India brings to life images of beautiful Indian traditions, the pomp and splendor of the monarchy and epitomises a divine and ethereal love. A confluence between a theatrical and musical, Artistic Director Aarti Bajaj has conceived a truly unique cultural melting pot where dance styles like jazz, pole, Indian classical, ballet, contemporary and aerial will be tempered with larger than life characters and soulful music which will twinge everyone’s heart.
This 16th century epic poetic story which will be adorned with the modern fabric of intelligent cinematography and latest technology is well set to become an epic stage show which will set ASB Waterfront Theatre on fire.
Recommended for ages 5 years plus.
Duration 110 minutes and a 20 minute interval.
Bookings are essential.
Price
Tickets:
Child 13 & under $54.90
Adult $59.90
Senior 65 $54.90
Family of 4 (2 adults max.) $50 each
Early bird tickets are on sale until 7 April. Save $20 on Premium and A Reserve seats.
June 2019 family and kids shows
Type:
Theatre
Theatre
All
Art
Culture
Environmental
Exhibition
Free
Movies
Museums and Galleries
Music
School holidays
Science & Tech
Sports
Where:
All
All
Central Auckland
East Auckland
Gulf Islands
North Auckland
South Auckland
West Auckland
Ages:
All
All
All Ages
Babies (up to 1 year)
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
School age children (5 to 12 years)
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
When
(Sunday) 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Lift the lid of the toybox with the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Fairy Doll Pas de trois, a suitable for all the family. Watch as a beautiful doll comes to
Event Details
Lift the lid of the toybox with the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Fairy Doll Pas de trois, a suitable for all the family. Watch as a beautiful doll comes to life in a magical toyshop, an enchanting miniature from 19th century Vienna.
Performances are 30 minutes long, followed by a 45 minute workshop.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential.
Please book your tickets at:
https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-rnzb#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Lift the lid of the toybox with the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Fairy Doll Pas de trois, a suitable for all the family. Watch as a beautiful doll comes to
Event Details
Lift the lid of the toybox with the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Fairy Doll Pas de trois, a suitable for all the family. Watch as a beautiful doll comes to life in a magical toyshop, an enchanting miniature from 19th century Vienna.
Performances are 30 minutes long, followed by a 45 minute workshop.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential.
Please book your tickets at:
https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-rnzb#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Concert Chamber – Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, CBD, Auckland
Event Details
Rediscovering your whakapapa. Matariki (the Māori New Year) is just around the corner! Explore the roots of your own whakapapa, with dance and stories in Dancing with Mythology. Sure to inspire
Event Details
Rediscovering your whakapapa.
Matariki (the Māori New Year) is just around the corner! Explore the roots of your own whakapapa, with dance and stories in Dancing with Mythology. Sure to inspire young tamariki, come along and learn a new dance move or two!
‘Multi-layered, exceptionally powerful dance theatre work of great integrity. It will remain in the memory for a very long time’ – Audience member
Workshop: Join Atamira Dance Company and learn about the discipline of connecting with Te Ao Māori through breath, body and story!
About the company:
Atamira Dance Company creates and produces high quality Māori contemporary dance theatre through choreographic development, mixed and main bill works, national and international touring.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential.
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Rediscovering your whakapapa. Matariki (the Māori New Year) is just around the corner! Explore the roots of your own whakapapa, with dance and stories in Dancing with Mythology. Sure to inspire
Event Details
Rediscovering your whakapapa.
Matariki (the Māori New Year) is just around the corner! Explore the roots of your own whakapapa, with dance and stories in Dancing with Mythology. Sure to inspire young tamariki, come along and learn a new dance move or two!
‘Multi-layered, exceptionally powerful dance theatre work of great integrity. It will remain in the memory for a very long time.’ – Audience member
Workshop: Join Atamira Dance Company and learn about the discipline of connecting with Te Ao Māori through breath, body and story!
About the company:
Atamira Dance Company creates and produces high quality Māori contemporary dance theatre through choreographic development, mixed and main bill works, national and international touring.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets at https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-dancing-with-mythology#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Future dates
Saturday 1 June 2019 6:00 pmSunday 2 June 2019 2:00 pmSunday 2 June 2019 6:00 pm
Event Details
Wlld Dreamer Productins presents Meera. Meera is a celebration of tender love and smouldering passion, a unique love story which brings together hopeless romanticism, devotion and betrayal in an exploding culmination of colour and
Event Details
Wlld Dreamer Productins presents Meera.
Meera is a celebration of tender love and smouldering passion, a unique love story which brings together hopeless romanticism, devotion and betrayal in an exploding culmination of colour and fantasy which is primed to take Auckland by storm.
It showcases human emotions at their best and worst creating a cauldron of passion and treason. A whirlwind of love and betrayal which tugs at the heart strings and celebrates the triumph of goodness and tenderness of selfless love and sacrifice. This eternal love story set amidst the backdrop of mystical India brings to life images of beautiful Indian traditions, the pomp and splendor of the monarchy and epitomises a divine and ethereal love. A confluence between a theatrical and musical, Artistic Director Aarti Bajaj has conceived a truly unique cultural melting pot where dance styles like jazz, pole, Indian classical, ballet, contemporary and aerial will be tempered with larger than life characters and soulful music which will twinge everyone’s heart.
This 16th century epic poetic story which will be adorned with the modern fabric of intelligent cinematography and latest technology is well set to become an epic stage show which will set ASB Waterfront Theatre on fire.
Recommended for ages 5 years plus.
Duration 110 minutes and a 20 minute interval.
Bookings are essential.
Price
Tickets:
Child 13 & under $54.90
Adult $59.90
Senior 65 $54.90
Family of 4 (2 adults max.) $50 each
Early bird tickets are on sale until 7 April. Save $20 on Premium and A Reserve seats.
When
(Wednesday) 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where
Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, Auckland
Future dates
Thursday 6 June 2019 7:30 pmSaturday 8 June 2019 7:30 pm
Event Details
A feast of spellbinding acts of virtuosity, heartstring-tugging treasures and heroic masterpieces are performed by the top 16 of the world’s finest young violinists. The “Michael Hill” is recognized as one
Event Details
A feast of spellbinding acts of virtuosity, heartstring-tugging treasures and heroic masterpieces are performed by the top 16 of the world’s finest young violinists.
The “Michael Hill” is recognized as one of the most sought-after international violin prizes and the careers of future musical legends are launched here in New Zealand when they go head to head for a prize package valued at over $100,000.
Wednesday 5 June Semi-final Round III
The advancing six semi-finalists’ impeccable artistry and leadership skills are on display when, on just 90 minutes’ rehearsal, they lead Mozart’s sublime string quintets with eminent NZ musicians Andrew Beer, Gillian Ansell, Julia Joyce and Ashley Brown.
7:30pm Round III for 3 semi-finalists
Thursday 6 June Semi-final Round III (cont)
7:30pm Round III for 3 semi-finalists
Judges voting and announcement of 3 finalists
Saturday 8 June Final Round
Auckland Town Hall
The thrilling Final Round is when the top three go head to head performing concertos with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.Everything culminates in the exciting Grand Finale when the winner is announced and the prizes are bestowed (including the Audience Prize, so be prepared and cast your vote!)
7:30 Final Round, Announcement and Prize giving
Price
Tickets: $15 to $50
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 11:00 am – 12:15 am
Where
cafe windsor
550 E Coast Rd, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630
Event Details
* Early bird special end May 8th* Join Princess Aria & Twinkle Star at the enchanting, interactive 75 minute long musical experience of Princess Academy!This original show teaches our precious girls
Event Details
* Early bird special end May 8th*
Join Princess Aria & Twinkle Star at the enchanting, interactive 75 minute long musical experience of Princess Academy!This original show teaches our precious girls what it means to be a TRUE Princess with 9 beautiful original songs, your little Princess will have a ball singing & dancing with ribbon wands whilst learning the important values we as parents want our daughters to hold with them throughout their lives.
This experience includes Face painting, Cupcakes (all Vegan, GF available upon request) & Crafts as well as they will receive a certificate of completion & a beautiful Tiara to keep!
All ages and genders are welcomed; however, the show is best suited for 3-8-year-old girls.
Adult entry is free and required; under 2 year is free with paid child.
Please come as you are or dress up in full Princess gear ready to shine!
Booking are essential at least 3 days prior to event. Call to check availability 0210626295 or Visit the website for more details and to book.
Price
Early bird special end May 8th
$30 per Princess
$50 for Princesses
$15 for boys ticket
(Adults & under 2 yr free with paid child ticket)
Early bird special of 10% for 1 month prior to the show (until 8 May 2019)
Organiser
Princess Academy
When
(Sunday) 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Where
Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, Auckland
Future dates
Saturday 28 September 2019 7:30 pm
Event Details
AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
Event Details
AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
Price
FREE. Dontations are gratefully received.
Organiser
July 2019 family performances
Type:
Theatre
Theatre
All
Art
Culture
Environmental
Exhibition
Free
Movies
Museums and Galleries
Music
School holidays
Science & Tech
Sports
Where:
All
All
Central Auckland
East Auckland
Gulf Islands
North Auckland
South Auckland
West Auckland
Ages:
All
All
All Ages
Babies (up to 1 year)
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
School age children (5 to 12 years)
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
When
7 (Sunday) 10:30 am – 20 (Saturday) 3:00 pm
Where
The PumpHouse Theatre
2a Manurere Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
Event Details
For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury. Follow and join in the family’s excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river
Event Details
For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.
Follow and join in the family’s excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!
Costume Parade : Encourage your children to dress up as their favourite character from We’re Going on a Bear Hunt for the onstage Costume Parade just prior to the start of the show.
Performances are at 10:30am and 2pm each day.
Recommended for children aged 3 to 8 years old.
Price
TICKET PRICES FOR PUBLIC
Children $22.00 and early bird from $17.50
Adults $22.00 and early bird from $17.50
Groups From $18.50
Family Pass From $83.00
Gala Opening on Saturday 29 June 2018 at 5pm: $30.00
Organiser
When
(Friday) 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where
St Lukes Church Remuera
130 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland
Event Details
NZ Barok and friends invite you to a free, fun, dynamic one hour concert especially for children. “Come Play Ruby May!” The story of Ruby May continues with her little brother
Event Details
NZ Barok and friends invite you to a free, fun, dynamic one hour concert especially for children.
“Come Play Ruby May!” The story of Ruby May continues with her little brother Tamati joining in the fun! Introduce the children in your lives to the beautiful sounds of baroque music! Wave a scarf to a minuet, shake a shaker to a march and enjoy a happy music-filled hour. This concert is most suitable for children aged 0-6 years.
Book your FREE tickets here
Price
FREE
When
(Saturday) 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where
Nathan Homestead
70 Hill Road, Manurewa, Auckland
Event Details
Join NZ Barok to hear the story of Ruby May, a little girl with a big imagination. Introduce the children in your lives to the beautiful sounds of
Event Details
Join NZ Barok to hear the story of Ruby May, a little girl with a big imagination. Introduce the children in your lives to the beautiful sounds of baroque music! Wave a scarf to a minuet, shake a shaker to a march and enjoy a happy music-filled hour.
This concert is most suitable for children aged 0-6 years.
Price
FREE
Organiser
Upcoming family shows from August 2019 to December 2019
Type:
Theatre
Theatre
All
Art
Culture
Environmental
Exhibition
Free
Movies
Museums and Galleries
Music
School holidays
Science & Tech
Sports
Where:
All
All
Central Auckland
East Auckland
Gulf Islands
North Auckland
South Auckland
West Auckland
Ages:
All
All
All Ages
Babies (up to 1 year)
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
School age children (5 to 12 years)
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Concert Chamber – Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, CBD, Auckland
Event Details
A tangle of hair-brained schemes! Brace yourselves for a constant eruption of giggles as some of NZ Opera’s talented young singers bring The Barber of Seville to life through song and
Event Details
A tangle of hair-brained schemes!
Brace yourselves for a constant eruption of giggles as some of NZ Opera’s talented young singers bring The Barber of Seville to life through song and dance! Sung in English and featuring five singers and a pianist, this is entertainment the whole family can enjoy.
Workshop: Get a chance to learn and perform in a sing-a-long with NZ Opera – no singing experience necessary!
About the company:
New Zealand Opera is the face of professional opera in Aotearoa. Our goal is to bring human stories, glorious music and the passion of opera to all.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-new-zealand-opera#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
A tangle of hair-brained schemes! Brace yourselves for a constant eruption of giggles as some of NZ Opera’s talented young singers bring The Barber of Seville to life through song and
Event Details
A tangle of hair-brained schemes!
Brace yourselves for a constant eruption of giggles as some of NZ Opera’s talented young singers bring The Barber of Seville to life through song and dance! Sung in English and featuring five singers and a pianist, this is entertainment the whole family can enjoy.
Workshop: Get a chance to learn and perform in a sing-a-long with NZ Opera – no singing experience necessary!
About the company:
New Zealand Opera is the face of professional opera in Aotearoa. Our goal is to bring human stories, glorious music and the passion of opera to all.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-new-zealand-opera#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Concert Chamber – Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, CBD, Auckland
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A spell-binding tale of love, magic and courage. Get ready for puppetry, dance and magic in Light Vs Dark: The Adventures of Rama. Based on the epic tale The Ramayana, Light
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A spell-binding tale of love, magic and courage.
Get ready for puppetry, dance and magic in Light Vs Dark: The Adventures of Rama. Based on the epic tale The Ramayana, Light Vs Dark is a captivating show exploring the importance of love, freedom and courage – all with a with bit of laughter thrown in!
“Beautifully staged moments of visual storytelling…” – New Zealand Herald
Workshop: Explore traditional mask making in a post-show workshop with the cast.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-light-vs-dark-the-adventures-of-rama#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
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A spell-binding tale of love, magic and courage. Get ready for puppetry, dance and magic in Light Vs Dark: The Adventures of Rama. Based on the epic tale The Ramayana, Light
Event Details
A spell-binding tale of love, magic and courage.
Get ready for puppetry, dance and magic in Light Vs Dark: The Adventures of Rama. Based on the epic tale The Ramayana, Light Vs Dark is a captivating show exploring the importance of love, freedom and courage – all with a with bit of laughter thrown in!
“Beautifully staged moments of visual storytelling…” – New Zealand Herald
Workshop: Explore traditional mask making in a post-show workshop with the cast.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-light-vs-dark-the-adventures-of-rama#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Aotea Centre
50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland, 1010
Event Details
Are you ready for an adventure? Experience a new type of magical theatre that is sure to amaze our young tamariki with Tātahi – (The Beach). Using multi-sensory techniques, Touch Compass
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Are you ready for an adventure?
Experience a new type of magical theatre that is sure to amaze our young tamariki with Tātahi – (The Beach). Using multi-sensory techniques, Touch Compass tell a unique tale of aroha and whanaungatanga amongst the beautiful backdrop of our very own Tāmaki Makaurau.
Workshop: Come on a fun and magical adventure with the team to discover how far your imagination can go and how you can experience theatre with all of your senses.
About the company:
Touch Compass is New Zealand’s leading professional inclusive performance company – an inter arts organisation that goes beyond envisaging a seamless society, to actively creating one.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-tatahi-the-beach#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Are you ready for an adventure? Experience a new type of magical theatre that is sure to amaze our young tamariki with Tātahi – (The Beach). Using multi-sensory techniques, Touch Compass
Event Details
Are you ready for an adventure?
Experience a new type of magical theatre that is sure to amaze our young tamariki with Tātahi – (The Beach). Using multi-sensory techniques, Touch Compass tell a unique tale of aroha and whanaungatanga amongst the beautiful backdrop of our very own Tāmaki Makaurau.
Workshop: Come on a fun and magical adventure with the team to discover how far your imagination can go and how you can experience theatre with all of your senses.
About the company:
Touch Compass is New Zealand’s leading professional inclusive performance company – an inter arts organisation that goes beyond envisaging a seamless society, to actively creating one.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-tatahi-the-beach#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Concert Chamber – Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, CBD, Auckland
Event Details
A madcap adventure filled with circus, silliness and mystery! Ever wanted to run away with the circus? Join us for the next best thing in this hilariously disastrous tale about two
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A madcap adventure filled with circus, silliness and mystery!
Ever wanted to run away with the circus? Join us for the next best thing in this hilariously disastrous tale about two failed burglar friends who set their sights on stealing the mighty crown jewels. Will they succeed? Or will Detective Dirk catch them?
Wallace and Ned will have you falling off your seat and into a cartwheel as the story unravels through circus tricks and acrobatic skill!
Workshop: Have a bundle of fun replicating what you’ve just seen in a workshop covering balance acrobatics, juggling, tumbling and slapstick!
About the company:
The Dust Palace is New Zealand’s preeminent circus theatre company. Their aim is to create tour-able circus theatre, taking stories from Aotearoa around the world, and to foster circus and physical performance and practitioners in Auckland and wider New Zealand.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-wallace-and-ned#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Sunday) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
A madcap adventure filled with circus, silliness and mystery! Ever wanted to run away with the circus? Join us for the next best thing in this hilariously disastrous tale about two
Event Details
A madcap adventure filled with circus, silliness and mystery!
Ever wanted to run away with the circus? Join us for the next best thing in this hilariously disastrous tale about two failed burglar friends who set their sights on stealing the mighty crown jewels. Will they succeed? Or will Detective Dirk catch them?
Wallace and Ned will have you falling off your seat and into a cartwheel as the story unravels through circus tricks and acrobatic skill!
Workshop: Have a bundle of fun replicating what you’ve just seen in a workshop covering balance acrobatics, juggling, tumbling and slapstick!
About the company:
The Dust Palace is New Zealand’s preeminent circus theatre company. Their aim is to create tour-able circus theatre, taking stories from Aotearoa around the world, and to foster circus and physical performance and practitioners in Auckland and wider New Zealand.
Performances start at 10am, followed by a workshop at 11am.
Auckland Live Pick & Mix events are free, however bookings are essential. Please book your tickets from https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/auckland-live-pick-and-mix-wallace-and-ned#tickets-times
Price
Free
Organiser
When
(Saturday) 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Where
cafe windsor
550 E Coast Rd, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630
Event Details
Join Princess Aria & Twinkle Star at the enchanting, interactive 75 minute long musical experience of Princess Academy! This original show teaches our precious girls what it
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Join Princess Aria & Twinkle Star at the enchanting, interactive 75 minute long musical experience of Princess Academy!
This original show teaches our precious girls what it means to be a TRUE Princess with 9 beautiful original songs, your little Princess will have a ball singing & dancing with ribbon wands whilst learning the important values we as parents want our daughters to hold with them throughout their lives. This experience includes Face painting, Cupcakes (all Vegan, GF available upon request) & Crafts as well as they will receive a certificate of completion & a beautiful Tiara to keep!
All ages and genders are welcomed; however, the show is best suited for 3-8-year-old girls.
Adult entry is free and required; under 2 year is free with paid child.
Please come as you are or dress up in full Princess gear ready to shine!
Price
$30 per Princess
$50 for two Princesses
$15 for boys ticket
(Adults & under 2 yr free with paid ticket)
* Early bird special end August 7th*
When
(Saturday) 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where
Auckland Town Hall
303 Queen Street, Auckland
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AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
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AYO presents Butterfly Lovers free concert. at the Auckland Town Hall.
Price
FREE. Dontations are gratefully received.
Organiser
When
5 (Thursday) 7:30 pm – 14 (Saturday) 9:30 am
Where
Aotea Centre
50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland, 1010
Event Details
Faint starlight peeps through the dark forest canopy. It is midnight: the witching hour. Alone and lost, two hungry children stumble towards a glowing vision of warmth and comfort, heaven for
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Faint starlight peeps through the dark forest canopy. It is midnight: the witching hour. Alone and lost, two hungry children stumble towards a glowing vision of warmth and comfort, heaven for any child with an empty belly and an aching heart. But all is not as it seems…
For Christmas 2019, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is proud to present a new two-act ballet by Loughlan Prior, with a specially commissioned score by Claire Cowan. This major premiere brings together many of New Zealand’s creative talents to tell a timeless tale for audiences young and old.
Claire Cowan is at the forefront of compositional talent in New Zealand. She has received significant commissions and awards from orchestras such as the Auckland Philharmonia and the NZSO National Youth Orchestra, recently winning a prestigious Silver Scroll for her Television series soundtrack “Hillary”. Her classical concert work is unique in that it seamlessly merges art music and popular idioms, offering a strong connection to audiences. Since 2010, Claire has directed the popular Blackbird Ensemble, a theatrical orchestra dedicated to performing rarely heard music of all genres. Hansel and Gretel will be the first full length ballet score ever commissioned from a female composer in RNZB’s history, performed live by Orchestra Wellington, the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra; a specially-made recording will accompany performances in other centres.
Price
Children $25 to $50
Students and Seniors $36 to $135
Adults $40 to $150
Open hours
Evening performances starting at 7:30pm
Organiser
Royal New Zealand Ballet
When
13 (Friday) 7:30 pm – 14 (Saturday) 9:30 pm
Where
Bruce Mason Centre
Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna, Auckland
Event Details
Faint starlight peeps through the dark forest canopy. It is midnight: the witching hour. Alone and lost, two hungry children stumble towards a glowing vision of warmth and comfort, heaven for
Event Details
Faint starlight peeps through the dark forest canopy. It is midnight: the witching hour. Alone and lost, two hungry children stumble towards a glowing vision of warmth and comfort, heaven for any child with an empty belly and an aching heart. But all is not as it seems…
For Christmas 2019, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is proud to present a new two-act ballet by Loughlan Prior, with a specially commissioned score by Claire Cowan. This major premiere brings together many of New Zealand’s creative talents to tell a timeless tale for audiences young and old.
Claire Cowan is at the forefront of compositional talent in New Zealand. She has received significant commissions and awards from orchestras such as the Auckland Philharmonia and the NZSO National Youth Orchestra, recently winning a prestigious Silver Scroll for her Television series soundtrack “Hillary”. Her classical concert work is unique in that it seamlessly merges art music and popular idioms, offering a strong connection to audiences. Since 2010, Claire has directed the popular Blackbird Ensemble, a theatrical orchestra dedicated to performing rarely heard music of all genres. Hansel and Gretel will be the first full length ballet score ever commissioned from a female composer in RNZB’s history, performed live by Orchestra Wellington, the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra; a specially-made recording will accompany performances in other centres.
Performance Times
Friday 13 December 2019 at 7:30pm
Saturday 14 December 2019 at 1:30pm AND 7:30pm
Price
Children $35 to $45
Students and Seniors $62.10 to $76.50
Adults $69 to $85
Open hours
Evening performances starting at 7:30pm
Organiser
Royal New Zealand Ballet
