Made for Opus: Composer Encounters features a programme of superb NZ works commissioned or arranged especially for Opus. Each composer will introduce their work, then, following the performances, the audience is invited to stay on for a Q&A session. Read more
Mahy Magic is an early afternoon delight created for children and families. Favourite works by the beloved Kiwi writer are set to music by award-winning composer Philip Norman, including ‘The Tin Can Band’, ‘The Lion in the Meadow’, and more. Read more
Tauranga Intermediate presents the stage production story of the extinction of the Huia – Aotearoa’s lost taonga. Read more
Presented by Global Connexions, the Pin’d Creative Showcase is a fashion competition open to garments designed by intermediate, secondary and tertiary textile students. Read more
Bay of Plenty schools bring their best dance to the big stage in a great night of family entertainment- who will take out the title and represent your region at the National Finals at The Fly Palmy Arena!? Read more
TAKITIMU is the first ever full-scale production by Te Wharekura o Mauao at Baycourt. A bilingual theatre extravaganza featuring singing, dance, haka, storytelling and text (monologue and poetry) Read more
Kava Bowl Media proudly present The Shades Quartet on their return tour of New Zealand. Not since 2018 has NZ seen this fantastic vocal quartet. Read more
The New Zealand String Quartet returns to perform in Tauranga this August. Immerse yourself in astounding beauty, inspire the senses, and fire your curiosity through four centuries of enlightening string quartet music. Read more
BOP Symphonia presents the finals of Rising Stars Concerto Competition. Conducted by Justus Rozemond and starring Grace Tak (cello), Hannah Seo (recorder), Hayden Butt (clarinet), Pilgyu Chang (piano) and Yusuke Takahashi (double bass). Read more
The Tauranga Primary Schools Music Festival 2021 brings together 35 choirs over five nights from local priomary/intermediate schools embracing this year's theme "Songs From Aotearoa". Read more
The Argyle Trio – formerly known as Wilma and Friends – consists of Wilma Smith (violin), Matthias Balzat (cello) and newly added guest Michael Houstoun CNZM (piano). Read more
THE MUSICAL PHENOMENON RETURNS IN 2021! 26 years after first bringing Les Misérables to Baycourt, Tauranga Musical Theatre is thrilled to present a brand new, reimagined production of Les Misérables. Read more
Glyn Tucker and Barbie Davidson take you on a magic carpet ride, recalling the classic pop songs of the 60s through to the 80s. Featuring special guest, guitar legend Gray Bartlett. Read more
The outrageously funny KEVIN BLOODY WILSON returns with another dose of his fair-dinkum Aussie humour. F.U.P.C spotlights Political Correctness for what it is and how Kev sees it – a big giggle crafted in song. Supported by Jenny Talia. R18. Read more
WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW, a ‘kiwified’ interpretation of the classic ‘Alice in Wonderland’ tale for tamariki, educators and whanau! Let your imagination soar as you are transported by the magic of giant scale glow-in-the-dark puppetry. Read more
A showcase of some of NZ's most talented songwriters. Avalanche City, Holly Arrowsmith, Luke Thompson, Hans Kraenzlin, and Joseph & Maia come together for the first Folk Sessions at Baycourt for an unforgettable night of music. Read more
So no one told you life was gonna be this way, nor did they tell you about the hilarious new musical that lovingly lampoons one of TV’s all-time greatest shows in the hit New York and Las Vegas show Friends! The Musical Parody. Read more
Check-in to Hotel California The Eagles Experience – the captivating live concert and stage show saluting the extraordinary talent and timeless catalogue of The Eagles. Read more
THE BOSS is a full production, kick-ass compliment of nine passionate musicians bringing alive the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. A 3 hour world-class show featuring the entire 'Born In The USA' album. Read more
Best-selling book Tu Meke Tūī! is brought to life on stage for the very first time. Read more
This is a show about keeping your cards close to your chest but walking around naked. Can we have it all? Yes, but also bloody no but also it’s none of your business because IT’S PERSONAL. Read more
Established in 1999, the Tauranga Arts Festival delivers a world-class programme featuring leading artists and performers at their peak. Read more
An unmissable, masterful live performance of Troy Kingi’s album 'Black Sea Golden Ladder'. Together Troy Kingi and Delaney Davidson will deliver an intimate and deeply personal evening of soul, heart and storytelling. Read more
The Haka Party Incident resurrects the eventful day when a group of University of Auckland engineering students rehearsing their annual tradition of a mock haka are confronted by the activist group, He Taua. Read more
World of Musicals brings the very best, colourful, inspiring and memorable musical classics to life, all performed by an internationally star-studded cast presenting the audience with nightly entertainment at the highest level. Read more
Tom Sainsbury is hitting the road with his brand new show SNAPCHAT DUDE LIVE! and no stone will be unturned in his quest to poke fun at New Zillunders. Read more
Get ready for a drag production full of incredible lip sync performances, stunts and tricks that’ll blow your wig right off! This is a one night drag experience you do not want to miss! Read more
Take a step back in time to when country music told a true story of life, love and heartache. LEAVING JACKSON The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show will have you singing, laughing and crying for more. Read more
Direct from Australia, Showtime invites you to dance your way into a time warp of 70’s disco dance floor thrillers and timeless heartfelt rock ballads with The Bee Gees Night Fever! Read more
Watch two star-crossed lovers twirl beneath the mistletoe as award-winning Irish musicians complement the world’s best Irish Dancers to deliver an exciting mix of traditional tunes, heartfelt ballads, carols and red-hot rhythms. Read more
Postmodern Jukebox makes its grand return! The famed time-twisting musical collective that puts pop music in a time-machine will bring The Grand Reopening Tour to Tauranga in March 2022. Read more