Disney's The Aristocats KIDS and Disney's The Jungle Book Kids is a one hour double bill that is sure to entertain the entire family during the school holiday.

Based on the beloved Disney animated film, and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, Disney's The Aristocats KIDS is a non-stop thrill ride of feline fun.

In the heart of Paris, a kind and eccentric millionairess wills her entire estate to Duchess, her high-society cat, and her three little kittens. Laughs and adventure ensue as the greedy, bumbling butler pulls off the ultimate catnap caper. Now it's up to the rough-and-tumble alley cat, Thomas O'Malley, and his band of swingin' jazz cats to save the day.

The jungle is jumpin' with a jazzy beat in Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS. Adapted from the classic Disney animated film, Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS features a host of colourful characters and your favourite songs from the movie: The Bear Necessities, Trust in Me, I Wanna Be Like You, Colonel Hathi's March and That's What Friends are For.

Ever wondered how a theatre works or wanted to have a better understanding of what is involved to make a production come to life? The Theatre Royal’s Open Day is the perfect opportunity to find out!

For the fourth year in a row, we are throwing open our doors and inviting you to step behind the scenes, giving you the opportunity to tread the boards of our stage and we will show you exactly how our theatre operates including the fly tower!

You will also have the opportunity to meet many of our local artists and companies who perform regularly at the theatre, join our Royal Family and find out about our technical training programmes that are available throughout the year.

It’s your chance to be ‘centre stage’! If you’ve ever wanted a look behind-the-scenes, to see how the magic of theatre really works, now is your chance.

Mr Science presents an Environmental Science show for Seaweek 2019 in Nelson and Blenheim. This show will be fun, engaging and a totally immersive experience for the crowd, involving many children from the audience. A show to remember!

Topics will be:
- Plastics and how they influence our oceans.
- Seas warming up and levels rising.
- Ocean acidification.
- Climate variables.
- Managing natural resources.
- Sustainable fishing.
- Gases (CO2, ozone).
- Marine life.
- Bio-security.
- Seafood production.

Mr Science has developed several educational children's shows that have toured the South Island. He has a great variety of experience in putting on exciting science events, starting with Seaweek 2013, and Celebrate Science with Cawthron in subsequent years.

Fargher Academy of Dance Centre ( Fargher Academy ) is proud to present - A Night At The Movies.

With Jazz numbers from The Greatest Showman, to a neo classical performance to Schindlers List, and emotive Contemporary pieces from Lord of The Rings and Disney favorites, there is definitely something for everyone. The dancers are excited to showcase their talents once again.

Starring Jacob Chown of the Royal NZ Ballet as "Tchaikovsky".

Intimate letters reveal the story of Tchaikovsky's greatest ballets, as told in the composer's own words. Scenes of Aurora's Wedding, The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and the Marinsky Pas de Deux.

An original ballet production with magical music, enchanting images, cinematic effects, narration and all the glamour of the Russian ballet tradition.

Tutus! Glamour! The magic of Russian Ballet. A Festive Treat!

Presented by Director Louise Hawke & the Ballet Arts Company & young stars of NZ Ballet.

Empire Dance Company is proud to bring Elevate 2018.

A dance show like never before, showcasing local talent in a fun, vibrant, upbeat extravaganza! With all dance genres including ballet, hip hop and tap there will be something for everyone at this year's show. There may even be a visit from Santa during our Christmas spectacular!

Book your seats today for the family event of the year and Elevate your holiday season with the Empire Dance Company 2018 Elevate recital.

Rockshop Bandquest is a performance platform for New Zealand school bands, up to year 8.

The Wonderful Adventures of a Robot Girl

BANDART Productions - Hungary

A 21st century Pinocchio that combines theatre with the newest digital technologies: projection, smart LED costume, robot ball and drone, in a fascinating story for all ages.

Robot girl Ann's goal is to become human. Her creator Alfred, a playful inventor, gives Ann one task - to collect and bring back home the lost creatures. During her wonderful journey on the ground, in the air and underwater, she faces many challenges that help her discover the most important virtues in life. But what else does Ann find? Follow her path to learn what she really discovers in this magical world!

In this beautifully animated, heart-warming family show from multi-award winning BANDART Productions, drawings come to life and performers move together with the projected visuals to create a 3D movie experience, right before our very eyes.

"Spell-binding!" IRISH MIRROR

"I didn't want it to end." JOHANNA, 6 YEARS OLD

"Grace, humour, creativity... every moment was remarkable." KELEMEN KISS ILONA HELÉN

Awards
1st Hungary's Got Talent - GOLDEN BUZZER
10th Internationale Kulturbörse Germany - WINNER 1ST PADERBORNER PERFORMANCE PRIZE

Recommended for age 4+ years.

Wakatu Dance Theatre is delighted to present 'For the Love of Dance' directed by Peta Spooner.

This colourful fast paced performance showcases a wide variety of dance styles and music.
Over 100 dances ranging from pre-schoolers to senior students performs classical ballet, modern jazz and contemporary dance styles in a superbly choreographed and brightly costumed extravaganza. We are also delighted to showcase our young choreographers in this years showcase performance.

It's time to grow up and face the music, you can’t just tap dance through your life....Right?

From a stellar cast featuring the best of Nelson’s young talent, this will be the year’s favourite youth musical experience. With special guest stars and inspiring music and dance.

Presented by the students of SOUNDSTAGE, Professional Music and Performing Arts School, this is a theatre experience not to be missed.

The Beginner's Guide to Growing Up features ideas compiled by the students of SOUNDSTAGE exploring pressures facing youth today presented in a fast paced and fun musical concert format.

Presented in one act, The Beginner's Guide to Growing Up plays for a limited season.

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