After a sell-out show in Nelson last year, the Hot Potato Band returns to the Theatre Royal with a show that’ll have you smiling, off your feet and feeling good!

The larger-than-life brass collective is a breath of fresh air, setting new heights for energetic and interactive musical performances. Finding home in Sydney, Australia, their positive coastal energy pushes euphoric boundaries in their bold quest to reignite acoustic instrumentation. HPB is un-bound by genres, stages and audiences. They have reinvented the traditional brass band as a modern day dance machine and visual spectacle to complement their strong sense of pride for their fun-loving, organic, and quirky musical nature.

Please note, this show is General Admission and the seats will be removed from the flat section of the stalls (downstairs) to make room for dancing. This means that not everyone will have a seat.

Returning to New Zealand by popular demand, Night Fever is set to take over when this superb musical tribute comes to town! Expect all the disco dancefloor-fillers, smooth 70s ballads and 60s Pop standards you know and love, including Stayin’ Alive, Jive Talkin’, You Should Be Dancin’, How Deep Is Your Love, More Than a Woman, Night Fever, Tragedy, If I Can’t Have You, To Love Somebody, Immortality, Guilty, Massachussetts and more.

Hear world-class voices recreating the iconic three-piece harmonies alongside a live international band, all set to life with spectacular production and lighting in this theatrical tribute concert.

A rollicking fun night for Bee Gees fans and anyone who appreciates a good tune.

NZ’s award-winning hit tribute show Elton John vs. Billy Joel returns to the Theatre Royal in Nelson, after a stellar sold-out performance there in 2023, as part of a NEW NZ-WIDE TOUR 2024!

After wildly successful sell-out shows across New Zealand, join Cam and Sam as they wow audiences both young and old, performing the greatest hits of Elton John and Billy Joel LIVE! ‘Piano Man’, ‘Rocket Man’, ‘Uptown Girl’, ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’, ‘We didn’t start the fire’, ‘Bennie and the Jets’, ‘She’s always a Woman’, ‘Crocodile Rock’ and many more.

Your favourite Elton and Billy songs are in safe hands with Cam and Sam. These professional touring NZ musicians have performed on live television, commercial radio and featured in the NZ Music Charts in careers spanning more than two decades.

This amazing Piano Man vs. Rocket Man extravaganza features astonishing costumes, two grand pianos in black and white, a world class lighting show, plus plenty of banter and all the songs you love!

CMNZ is delighted to be presenting NZ Arts Foundation laureate and multiple award-winning musician Delaney Davidson for a five-centre tour to launch his 10th studio album – Out of my Head.

One of the most distinctive figures in Aotearoa’s musical landscape, Delaney Davidson is well known for his hypnotic and original One Man and his Ghost Orchestra. Enigmatic, multi-instrumentalist both defines and commands his own unique realm in the shadowy musical world some call ‘Country-Noir'.

Recorded in Kurow and Diamond Harbour, the songs from Out of My Head were largely written by Delaney Davidson with notable co-writers Marlon Williams, Hayley Westenra, Sam Scott, and Miranda Eastern.

For this exclusive launch tour, Delaney is joined by a string ensemble, who’ll bring to life the exquisite arrangements from Tom Rainey.

Delaney Davidson, Vocals & Guitar
String ensemble
Delaney Davidson Band

7.30pm: Opening Act - Hannah in the Wars
8.15pm: Julia Deans

Having first carved a path in local and international musical landscapes as the front woman for early 2000s band Fur Patrol, Julia Deans has since secured her reputation as one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most celebrated musicians. Following the early success of 00’s Fur Patrol and their critically acclaimed album PET, Deans’ solo albums Modern Fables (2010) and We Light Fire (2018) earned nominations for coveted musical accolades the Taite Music Prize, the APRA Silver Scroll, and the NZ Music Awards.

But it’s not just rock n roll. As an engaged, charismatic and artistic collaborator, Deans has been involved in a string of musical projects over the years including collaborations with SJD, Tami Neilson, and Neil Finn. From performing in an impressive array of arts festival shows (Jacques Brel, Joni Mitchell and David Bowie tributes), to musical theatre (Jesus Christ Superstar). Deans has also worked with the Auckland Philharmonia and Christchurch Symphony Orchestras, and even discovered her inner diva with a season with the Hawke's Bay Festival Opera, to engaging as the Musical Director of the prestigious Silver Scroll Awards show in 2021.

Julia is currently recording a new album, which will see the light of day in 2024.

“Deans hides nothing, her songs an open journal for all to read.” – Ambient Light

“This is a singer/songwriter at the height of their craft.” – Sunday Star Times

“Yep, she can sing, and when she soars it’s a spine-tingling thing, because it’s all real.” – Metro

Whirimako Black is Aotearoa’s undisputed soul diva. With melodies caressed into shape by the language of her ancestors, Whirimako has carved out a musical pathway leading from the mists of the Urewera to the world.

Joined on stage by the multi-instrumentalist Kim Halliday who perfectly complements her with her virtuosity, and Mahina Kaui’s out of this world Taonga Puoro sounds and vocals it’s a performance not to be missed.

One of New Zealand’s most distinctive singers, Whirimako has featured on numerous collaborations with some of the world’s most highly regarded musical artists. List of awards include Best Māori Album, Best Jazz Album, and a Silver Scroll award for Best Māori Composition.

One of the key pioneers of the Māori music industry, Whirimako Black from the Tūhoe Nation, paved the way for Māori and te reo recording artists. Whirimako is a veteran of 8 albums and has collaborated with numerous national and international musicians. Her blending of folk, jazz and blues incorporates traditional Māori music forms singing in English and te Reo Māori.

For this event, we will let our customers pick their price, but they have to be quick to snatch up the cheapest options. There will be a limited number of tickets priced at $15 & $20. These discounted prices are possible thanks to sponsorship from NRDA and NBS.

Celebrated singer and songwriter Theia presents re-imagined songs from her critically acclaimed alt-pop catalogue alongside dreamy waiata from her award-winning reo Māori project Te Kaahu.

Theias lyricism in te reo Pākehā is often raw, confrontational and challenging, while Te Kaahu explores cultural identity, the environment and spirituality.

Although seemingly worlds apart, at the heart of both projects is a songwriter with great depth and an unwavering commitment to making music that takes the listener to soaring heights and devastating depths.

Bringing together both projects for the first time on this Aotearoa premiere tour, Girl, In A Savage World is a powerful and thought-provoking, 60-minute show that must be experienced. 

Supported by: Tohu Wines

When Riverdance featured as the halftime act at the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest, Irish dancing and Irish music enjoyed a rise in popularity.  Michael Flatley's full version of Riverdance and the equally popular Lord of the Dance became international sensations and Celtic music was accessed by millions.

Tonight NBS Nelson City Brass bring you not only the music of these wonderful shows, but beautiful Celtic melodies performed by some of the finest brass soloists in the country.

Whether you're a fan of 'Myfanwy', 'Blue Bells of Scotland' or the unmistakable sound of a Celtic reel, we are sure you will love Night of the Celts.

The Loft presents an evening of amazing musicianship. The cast of 10 beautiful people have set themselves the extremely difficult task of bringing you an evening of Scott Bradlee's POSTMODERN JUKEBOX hits.

Scott Bradlee's PMJ is a rotating musical collective who rework popular modern music into early 20th century genres. Featuring over 25 songs reimagined in the vintage styles of swing, jazz, spaghetti western, and ragtime, this musical journey through the past and present is sure to leave you elated and exhausted from incessant toe tapping, finger clicking, uncontrollable shimmies, and raucous applause.

From sassy swing numbers like ‘All About That Bass’ and ‘Smooth Criminal’ to hauntingly beautiful ballads like ‘Creep’ and ‘Dream On’, PMJ is a musical experience like no other. You'll hear classic hits from the likes of Queen and George Michael transformed into sultry jazz standards, and contemporary pop hits from Rihanna, Ed Sheeran and Macklemore given a retro makeover that will transport you back in time.

Experience a magical combination of talent and fun, and witness the result of complete and utter musical commitment to making sure you have a bitchin' night. Grab your fedora and join us for a night of vintage-inspired music that will have you feeling like you've stepped into a smoky nightclub from the past. Don't miss out on this unforgettable musical experience - book your tickets now for The Loft's Postmodern Jukebox!

Rockshop Bandquest is a performance platform for the next generation of contemporary musicians, powered throughout Aotearoa by NZ Rockshop.

Young musicians have the chance to step out and perform in a supportive and encouraging competition format, with a focus on education, inspiration and entertainment.

GENERAL ADMISSION - seats are not allocated.

© 2024 Theatre Royal Nelson - Website design by Avoca Web Design   |   Privacy Policy
cross

Join our newsletter

Get updates about upcoming shows

Join our newsletter 

Get updates about upcoming shows