We are extremely lucky to have Jason Bae and Jane Sohn here in Tauranga to perform for us in our first Steinway concert of the 2012 series. Jason closed the inaugural concert when our Steinway Piano first arrived in Tauranga and he brought our sold out concert hall audience to their feet, giving acclamation rarely before seen here. We, Friends of Baycourt, commend this concert to you. PRICE Adult $35, Student (18 and Under) $18, Friends of Baycourt $30.

The Canadian Club is proudly delivering the best stand up comedy in the country with the Canadian Club Real NZ Comedy Tour. The stars of 7 Days, Ben Hurley, Dai Henwood, Steve Wrigley and Vaughn King are embarking on an extensive tour in heartland New Zealand, bringing you the best night of comedy since ages ago. This really is the best comedy New Zealand has to offer, and it's coming to a town near you. PRICE Adult $34.50, Group 10+ $28.50, Student $28.50, Friend of Canadian Club $28.50

In March 2012 for the first time iconic 80's TV show "That's Country" will hit the road on an extensive national tour. The shows will feature stars from the original series, Suzanne Prentice, Ray Columbus, Australia's Jade Hurley, Tony Williams, Maree Humphries plus members of the original "That's Country" band. As an additional bonus they will be joined by special guest star. Combo $90 (Adult ticket plus a DVD & CD). Adult $75, Senior $67, Group 10+$67

Chris Powell one of UK's premier entertainment organists is returning to Tauranga. His regular annual diary consists of engagements in Britain with frequent overseas concert tours . Chris spent an entire year in the late 90s as a Resident Organist at Baycourt Theatre, Tauranga's Organ Society is thrilled to invite Chris back.Adult $30, Child $5, Senior $25, Group 10+ $25, FOB (Friends of Baycourt) $25, TTOS (Theatre Organ Society Members) $25

Angelina Mousling is a fictional mouse and the star of some twenty enormously popular children's books, which became an animated TV series in 2002, then a musical and now a ballet. A Res Adult $35, Child $35 (0yrs up until the end of secondary school) B Res Adult $25, Child $25 (0yrs up until the end of secondary school). Show times 10:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm

There will be a special vibe in the theatre, echoing the buzz of 5 decades of Jazz Festivals in Tauranga. You are invited to take the seat of a time traveller and revisit the music of past decades, when the stage will be filled with the stars from the past and presence. Welcome back to the festival stage Malcolm McNeill, Jim Langabeer, Stu Buchanan, David Feehan, Murray McNabb, Erna Ferry, and Ann Pacey. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Inspired by the memorable 'Jazz For Christchurch' concert last year, the musicians of Kokomo and Torch Songs join together with some special friends in a celebration of Tauranga's finest. Between them Kokomo and Torch Songs have released over a dozen critically acclaimed albums. On stage with special guests Miles Tremlett (sax), Aaron Saxon, Porina McLeod and Marion Arts (guitar and vocals) some of the best Tauranga musicians re-unite for a great night of jazz. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

In another anniversary the 35th Youth Jazz Competition opens its doors to some of the country's most talented young musicians. For many audience members the sessions of this competition are the most rewarding, surprising, moving and inspiring moments in the Festival. And it is no surprise that young talents seen leaving Tauranga as winners included Nathan Haines, Hollie Smith and Charmaine Ford. More than 200 young musicians will compete in Big Bands and Combos. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

While Jan was growing up in Napier NZ, percussionist Michael Maass was behind the wall in Berlin. They first played together at a festival in Germany in 2006 and an extraordinary musical connection was made. Maass is one of Europe's best known swing percussionist using anything to make rhythms. Add to this the energy and relentless rhythm of Jan Preston's left hand boogie together with Nigel Masters, and the power of the emerging timbres make for an exciting show. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Experience the unexpected! Critically acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Australian Adam Page brings his innovative 'one man-many instruments' show to the Festival. This show won awards at the Adelaide and New Zealand Fringe Festivals and was seen at the Big Day Out and WOMADELAIDE. Don't be fooled, Page is a graduate from the Music Conservatory in Adelaide and composed works with NZ composer John Psathas, a 'serious' musician. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

The best party in town on Good Friday! Batucada Sound Machine, The Eggs, Adam Page & Riki Gooch & Spiral! A good Hurricane Party gathers a good size crowd and lasts quite some time. With that in mind this year features an awesome line-up of superb musicians who we have heard before in this or other configurations. So what are you waiting for ?! We have got the supplies, the entertainment, and the whole venue is ours - just bring yourself and some good mates. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

In another anniversary the 35th Youth Jazz Competition opens its doors to some of the country's most talented young musicians. For many audience members the sessions of this competition are the most rewarding, surprising, moving and inspiring moments in the Festival. And it is no surprise that young talents seen leaving Tauranga as winners included Nathan Haines, Hollie Smith and Charmaine Ford. More than 200 young musicians will compete in Big Bands and Combos. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Year 2 for Tauranga being the home of the Tui Awards in the Best Jazz Album of the year category. The crème de la crème of New Zealand jazz will take to the stage and showcase the best recorded music of this year. From cutting edge to simply stunning, the three finalists this year traverse the entire spectrum of jazz: Rodger Fox's Wellington Jazz Orchestra - Journey Home, Tim Hopkins - Seven Phil Broadhurst Quartet - Delayed Reactions. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Klaus Doldinger is German jazz royalty and is here in New Zealand with his band Passport for the very first time. Regarded as the most successful German Jazz artist his list of achievements could fill a book: numerous German Music Awards, Monterey Jazz Festival Award, a German honorary Medal First Order, film music to 'Never Ending Story' and 'Das Boot', honorary citizen of New Orleans, tours to 50 countries, 2000 compositions and the list goes on...www.ticketdirect.co.nz

From a sell-out season at the Nelson Winter Festival this concert by the Lizard Kings includes documentary film footage mixed live with stunning digital psychedelic lighting. Traversing all the greatest hits of the band, this visually stunning show is a must see for all Doors fans of past and future. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

The Tauranga Big Band will musically honour and span the fifty years of its being and the vast number of people responsible for its beginnings and continued existence. A number of past players will sit in with the present Big Band and the program will feature an impressive line-up of past musical directors and soloists including: Errol Christiansen, John Pickworth, John Nicholson, Paul Norman, Leith Milson, James Langabeer, Miles Tremlett and many more. www.ticketdirect.co.nz

Fairytale Dance Productions present Aladdin. Adult $28, Child $16, Senior $16, Family $71 (1 Adult+4 Children or 2 Adult+2 Children)

Fairytale Dance Productions present Aladdin. Adult $28, Child $16, Senior $16, Family $71 (1 Adult+4 Children or 2 Adult+2 Children) Sat 14 2:00pm & 6:30pm

Fairytale Dance Productions present Aladdin. Adult $28, Child $16, Senior $16, Family $71 (1 Adult+4 Children or 2 Adult+2 Children)

Something BIG from the Ben 10 Omniverse is coming to New Zealand! Cartoon Network's BEN 10 LIVE: Time Machine is coming to Tauranga in the April School holidays. Everyone's favourite boy-hero, Ben Tennyson and his alien heros will come to life in Cartoon Network's BEN 10 LIVE: Time Machine. Did somebody say 'Hero Time'? Show time 11:00am PRICE Adults $25.00, Child $25.00 1 to 15 years.

See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years! Since 2001, women of all ages have had their spirits lifted by the show's light-hearted look at menopause. 6:00pm & 9:00pm PRICE $79 Early bird price until 30th March = after that $85 Balconies $59.90

The Greatest Hits of the New Seekers and Paper Lace Get ready to sing along. Some of the most iconic 70's songs of all time will be performed "live" by the original singers who made them famous so many years ago: The New Seekers' Eve Graham and Paper Lace's Philip Wright, plus bands. PRICE: A RES $75 Adult $65 Senior $65 (limited availability), Group 10+ $65 (Limited availability) | B RES Adult $70 | C RES Adult $50

LES BALLETS ELOELLE are bringing their new production of "Men In Tutu's" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever back to New Zealand. From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes). A RESERVE B RESERVE Adult $84.90 $74.90 Child $57.90 $57.90 Senior 65+ $77.90 $67.90 Group 10+ $77.90 $77.90

LES BALLETS ELOELLE are bringing their new production of "Men In Tutu's" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever back to New Zealand. From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes). A RESERVE B RESERVE Adult $84.90 $74.90 Child $57.90 $57.90 Senior 65+ $77.90 $67.90 Group 10+ $77.90 $77.90

Since winning Stars in Their Eyes in 2000 with a record 864,838 votes, Gary Mullen has toured the world with his breathtaking One Night of Queen. His uncanny vocal resemblance to the late Freddie Mercury has enthralled hundreds of thousands of people throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand. Price All $77, Friends of Baycourt $72. Credit card fees apply.

Since winning Stars in Their Eyes in 2000 with a record 864,838 votes, Gary Mullen has toured the world with his breathtaking One Night of Queen. His uncanny vocal resemblance to the late Freddie Mercury has enthralled hundreds of thousands of people throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand. Price All $77, Friends of Baycourt $72. Credit card fees apply.