Gillian Francis’ Academy of Dance presents a classical ballet production of the traditional tale, bringing to life a captivating display of the beloved characters that we all know and love from films and musicals.
With guest dancer Oliver Carruthers from Auckland, the ballet retells this magical story. As in previous seasons of Nelson Academy of Dance, you will be treated to stunning staging and costumes, making this a performance not to be missed.
Get Ready to Rock 'n' Roll with Nelson Youth Theatre’s production of Grease the Musical!
Step back in time to the 1950s with Grease, the iconic musical that brings you all the thrills, romance and unforgettable hits! Follow Danny, Sandy, and the rest of the Rydell High gang as they navigate love, friendship, and teenage rebellion. With classic songs like “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’”, and “You’re the One That I Want”, this high-energy, feel-good show will have you singing and dancing all night long!
Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Grease. It’s electrifying, it’s fun, and it’s a blast from the past! Get your tickets now!
Calling all Swifties - make a ‘sweet escape’ to the world of Taylor Swift with TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift!
Showtime presents Josette with international band and dancers in this joyous, effervescent concert experience, complete with sparkly costumes, cosmic stage production and over 20 exquisite renditions of Taylor’s biggest hits from every era of her career, including Shake It Off, Anti-Hero, Cruel Summer, You Belong With Me, Love Story, I Knew You Were Trouble, Blank Space, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Bad Blood, Our Song, Lover and more.
Join us with us for a fun night of singing, dancing and celebrating Taylor together!
Don’t miss your chance to relive the greatest Pop concert tour in history and revel in all things ‘Taylor’… BOOK NOW!
*This is a tribute show and is not associated with Taylor Swift Productions.
Enter Strange Phenomena, howl with the Hounds Of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights.
Kate's not there, but you are.
Following multiple tours across the UK and Australia, this award-winning cult cabaret pays glorious tribute to the music, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in pop music.
“You don’t need to be a Kate Bush fan to be transported into something very special” - Scotsman ★★★★
From releasing Wuthering Heights aged just 19 to selling out the Hammersmith Apollo nearly 40 years later, Bush has always surprised and confounded her critics.
Through it all her fans have stayed strong. Whether you’ve been a ‘Fish Person’ for decades or recently joined the shoal via Stranger Things, release your inner Bush at this joyful, unique and mind-blowing show.
Made by Sarah-Louise Young & Russell Lucas.
Introducing Europe’s Premier Tribute Show to Shania Twain, starring Liza Rebecca.
Shania - Come on Over is Europe’s Premier Shania Twain tribute show, the exclusive touring theatre show in the UK and internationally, starring Liza Rebecca.
Liza is unbelievable in her recreation of the Queen of Country Pop and Icon Shania Twain; you will think you are watching Shania herself! This Shania Twain tribute show will bring all the sass and style of Shania to the Theatre, truly authentic in every way.
Liza has incredible vocals, audience interaction and fabulous costume changes, and has perfected Shania’s iconic choreography. She has studied every move and style along with Shania’s unique tone and phrasing, so you get the authenticity of the full Shania Twain experience.
The show includes songs from the biggest selling album by a female artist of all time Come On Over, plus other Shania hits from The Woman in Me, Up and recent album Queen of Me.
Relive all the greatest Country songs in one night - you will never forget ‘Man I Feel Like A Women’, ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’, ‘Don’t Be Stupid’, ‘You’re Still The One’, ‘Rock This Country’, as well as other huge Country classics, '9 to 5', 'Rhinestone Cowboy', 'Can’t Fight The Moonlight', 'Take it Easy', 'Walking in Memphis' and more.
The must see show for December! F.A. Dance Centre is excited to perform their 2023 show Jigsaw for Nelson audiences. Jigsaw is about the different pieces of dance, with Classical, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical and Musical Theatre pieces, as well as Tap from Tasman Tappers.
This show certainly has something for everyone with high energy Musical Theatre and Jazz numbers, through to emotive, technical Lyrical and Classical performances, as well as popular Hip Hop dances that have everyone dancing in their seats.
Performing is the highlight for the dancers, giving everyone the wonderful experience of dancing in the beautiful Theatre Royal. Beginners, adults and experienced competitive dancers are all given their chance to shine. Jigsaw is also showcasing talented dancers that recently enjoyed the trip of a lifetime dancing in NYC and LA this year.
Director Trudy Fargher, teachers and dancers can’t wait to share their passion and energy with you.
Vivaldi The Four Seasons
Piazzolla orch. Leonid Desyatnikov Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas
Enjoy a taste of foreign climes in this programme of beloved string works. Vivaldi’s Four Seasons is a favourite, and famously paint each of the Italian seasons in vibrant sound and instrumental colour.
Astor Piazzolla’s Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas (also known as The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires) transports us to the steamy streets of Argentina, cleverly combining Vivaldi’s most recognisable tunes with the sensual tango sounds which characterised Piazzolla’s ear-catching style.
Directed by NZSO concertmaster Vesa-Matti Leppänen, this programme will also feature fellow NZSO violinists Anna van der Zee, Malavika Gopal, Simeon Broom and Alan Molina playing a ‘season’ each. With its lush string sounds and music so evocative of faraway locales, this concert promises to be a transporting pleasure for the senses.
Vesa-Matti Leppänen Director
Anna van der Zee Violin
Malavika Gopal Violin
Simeon Broom Violin
Alan Molina Violin
Composed in 1918, The Soldier’s Tale’s first tour was cut short by the Spanish flu but it has remained a perennially popular work ever since.
Written “to be read, played and danced”, The Soldier’s Tale tells the story of the titular Soldier who makes a deal with the Devil: in exchange for the Soldier’s magic violin, the Devil will grant his every wish. This work is based on a Russian folk tale, was co-created with Swiss writer C.F. Ramuz, and gave Stravinsky the chance to display and include all of his favourite musical influences. You’ll hear tango, waltz, ragtime, Jewish klezmer, church chorales, and the Spanish paso doble all brought together in Stravinsky’s intoxicating score.
In theatres and halls across Auckland and Northland, actors, dancers from the Royal New Zealand Ballet, and an ensemble from the NZSO will present this classic tale of magic, desire and being careful what you wish for.
Beatrix Potter's beloved characters come to life as dancers of the Nelson Academy of Dance perform tales from the famous author. Peter Rabbit, Mrs Tiggywinkle and Jeremy Fisher the dapper frog, take to the stage for a festive performance that will delight children and adults alike.
Squirrel Nutkin, 2 Bad Mice, Pigling Bland, Country Mice, Tabitha Twitchett, and all the other characters will take you back to your childhood memories.
As can be expected from the Nelson Academy of Dance you will be treated to a wonderful set and stunning costumes, making this a performance not to be missed.
The Tales of Beatrix Potter is running as a double bill with The Jewels: emerald, ruby and diamonds.
Both ballets feature music by well-known composers, with Tales of Beatrix Potter arranged by John Lanchbery.
Gillian Francis is delighted to welcome back Jordan Nelson in this year's performances.
Jordan made his way into his first dance class at age 18 and began dancing professionally with The Suzanne Farrell Ballet and Columbia City Ballet. He has since danced with Elements Contemporary Ballet, Madison Ballet, Festival Ballet Providence and has been a guest artist around the world. His career highlights include: performing Tchaikovsky Pas de deux at the Harris theatre, dancing with stars of NYCB in Stars and Stripes and Allegro Brillante, and getting to perform numerous times on the Opera House stage at The Kennedy Center.
Jordan just finished his first season with Saint Louis Ballet under Gen Horiuchi and couldn't be more excited for what is still to come.
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.
