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.
One exclusive South Island show!
Don't miss this opportunity to hear this amazing band and world renowned guitarist Hank Marvin with virtuoso accordionist Nunzio Mondia and stand out rhythm guitarist Gary Taylor with new interpretations of favourite hits, FBI, Guitar Tango and selections from latest recording project and USA top charting album Django's Castle.
"Marvin plays it as though it's the sound he's been perfecting his entire life. Melodically and rhythmically the tunes and performances are sophisticated and sublime" Pop Culture Classics By Paul Freeman (USA reviewer)
Mel Parsons visits Nelson on iconic NZ theatre tour
2015 Silver Scroll finalist and Fly My Pretties star Mel Parsons will embark on a five date tour of some of New Zealand's most beautiful and iconic theatres, including Nelson's much loved Theatre Royal, the newly refurbished Isaac Theatre Royal in Christchurch and historical Crystal Palace Theatre in Auckland this October.
Accompanied by a full band, Parsons will be performing songs and telling tales from her newly released and critically acclaimed third album 'Drylands'. Parsons will be joined by Kiwi music legend Julia Deans performing a rare solo set to open the show. Deans has captivated audiences throughout her career: from fronting Fur Patrol, to co-conspirator with renowned supergroup The Adults, to sultry chanteuse in Silo Theatre's Brel.
An engaging performer with a sharp wit and natural emotive voice, Parsons has a fan in Canadian songwriting maestro Ron Sexsmith, who was impressed enough with her work to lend his voice to the poignant track 'Don't Wait' from her new album. Parsons is a two-time NZ Music Award (VNZMA) finalist for Folk Album of the Year, and a current finalist for the coveted APRA Silver Scroll award.
Parsons is looking forward to returning to Nelson following a sell-out show at the Boathouse in April, and is excited to have Julia Deans along playing support.
" 'Drylands' mines a songwriting seam rich in both confidence and subtlety" 4/5 stars - Otago Daily Times, April 2015
"Parsons not only means and feels every moment here, every song, every story - her band is with her, beside her; they're all wrapped up inside this music. It's lovely. Really, really lovely." - Simon Sweetman, April 2015
"Singer-songwriter Mel Parsons held her large audience with a captivating set of recent work and impressive new material" - NZ Herald, March 2015
This event is the Nelson Regional Final of the Nationwide Intermediate School Band competition, Rockshop Bandquest.
