Showtime invites you "across the universe" on a "magical mystery tour" exploring the Beatles' "revolution" in popular music and culture. Employing authentic "Beatle" instruments, amplifiers and costumes, coupled with faithful renditions of your favourite Beatle classics "The Beatles Experience" recreates the spirit of the "Fab Four" in ways that have audiences raving about them "Eight days a week".
Musically, no detail is overlooked to re-create the true sound and excitement of The Beatles, with every song performed totally live and in its original key. Visually, the presentation is as close to the real thing as you can imagine...Close your eyes, could it really be them?
Quality stage outfits range from early Cavern days through to Beatle mania.
The very best of Nayland College Performing Arts will be on stage at the Theatre Royal in celebration of the school's 50th Jubilee year. The evening will feature performances from Dance Company, Concert Band, Girls Choir - Sotto Voce. Boys Choir - AugMENted, Songs from the 2016 School Production 'Annie Get Your Gun' and Jazz Band.
The Nelson Final of Smokefree Rockquest: New Zealand's only nationwide, live, original music, youth event. Now in its 28th year, the series of over 40 events reaches audience numbers in excess of 10,000 every year. Founded in 1989 by music teachers Glenn Common and Pete Rainey, Smokefree Rockquest has now become a New Zealand institution.
Smokefree Rockquest aims to motivate young musicians to prove their ability and realise the heights they can reach in their music careers, and to encourage their peers to support original New Zealand music.
Children under 6 years old free entry at the door (subject to availability)
Smokefree Rockquest is New Zealand's only nationwide, live, original music, youth event. Now in its 28th year, the series of over 40 events reaches audience numbers in excess of 10,000 every year. Founded in 1989 by music teachers Glenn Common and Pete Rainey, Smokefree Rockquest has now become a New Zealand institution.
Smokefree Rockquest aims to motivate young musicians to prove their ability and realise the heights they can reach in their music careers, and to encourage their peers to support original New Zealand music.
Madsen Promotions are bringing you the Ultimate BeeGees experience!
A Nelson born show that has made it all the way to the bright lights of Las Vegas and other International Performances - Hit after Hit. Night Fever, Staying Alive, Massachusetts, Island in the Stream all topped off with a look and sound that's closer than close!
Catch them before their big US tour in July
Myth or Legend
'Scotland's landscape is rich with old stories of strange creatures that lurk within its hidden glens and deep lochs. Some are merely shy, perhaps willing to offer gifts for acts of kindness. Other are much more dangerous, by either posing a threat or foreshadowing doom.
Take a tour of Scotland's countryside and meet some of its most famous and most elusive inhabitants.'
Celtic Pipe Band bring to the stage the myths and legends of Scotland in their fourth annual stage show. Celtic's shows are known for their blend of traditional and modern music, instruments and dance. The Celtic Pipe Band being the prime entertainment. The NZ Grade 2 Band is joined by its Development band, with almost 50 musicians on stage ranging from 8 years old to 80, for this is powerful music. Helen's Highland Dancers perform traditional dances with a modern flair. With fabulous lighting, projected images, this show is a delight for all the family and anyone with an interest in Scotland, Scottish music and dance.
OK - I wanna tell ya a story!
You've seen all the claims, The ULTIMATE, The BIGGEST, Australia's # 1 and so on.
Well, we're here to tell you "YOU AINT SEEN NOTHIN" unless you've seen ACCA DACCA.
ACCA DACCA is AC/DC reincarnated!! Not a tribute not a cover band this is a full blown SHOW!
What will you take home from a night with ACCA DACCA?
Just the feeling that you've just witnessed AC/DC. Not only at present but the AC/DC of the Bon Scott era as well, covering the early days of High Voltage - Highway to Hell and the best of the Brian Johnson era from Back in Black to present day.
This is a Monster of a show!..see for yourself.
"if you can't see AC/DC , see ACCA DACCA"..quote : Angus Young
ONE SHOW ONLY
A musical tribute and live concert experience that journeys through Michael Jackson's vast and incredible catalogue of work including the beginnings as a member of The Jackson 5, his groundbreaking theatrics in the '80s and his evolution onward into the 21st century.
This show features all of MJ's greatest hits performed live by multi-talented impersonator Dantanio.
Come and celebrate the life and talent of the King of Pop with this casino-class production that features a live international band, fully choreographed dancers, authentic costumes and brilliant effects. A show not to be missed!
It's been a year since The Lizard Kings last touched the earth of Nelson in October 2014 as the warm up show for their North Island Tour.
On Saturday 21st November The Theatre Royal will open her regal arms to The Kings for an evening paying homage to the majesty of The Doors' greatest moments, and a celebration of one of the most important bands of our time.
With a repertoire spanning the bands entire career, stunning visual effects and projections, and a blistering live performance to back it all up, its no wonder The LzKs have received high praise indeed from real Doors fans who experienced the last Tour:
"I love The Doors and was lucky enough to see them live in LA back in the day, and this show was as close as I've been to being back there" - CB
"You officially have a new groupie. The Doors are my NUMBER ONE band of ALL time but I've never been to a tribute before... Tributes can be hit or miss but you guys HIT HARD!!!! I had such an amazing night tonight and couldn't take the smile of my face the whole time listening to all my favourite songs (nearly) as quality as the real thing! Bliss. Heart emoticon 100% will be seeing you again." - FH
Come 'Break on Through' with us.. Is everybody in?
The seats are out - bring your dancing shoes! DJ Cookie Puss will be warming everyone up - Lizard Kings on stage at 9pm.
Join the NZAB for an afternoon of variety and fun featuring classic and contemporary big band charts. The concert will also feature young local brass sensation Logan Ford.
50% of the concert profits will be donated to the Tasman Music Trust to support the teaching of young musicians in the Tasman district.
So come along and listen to some great music and help support music in your district.
