For the first time, Nayland College is proud to present its annual Dance Showcase on the fabulous stage of the Theatre Royal! Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the energy, passion, and talent of our young dancers.

This vibrant performance will feature works by our Senior and Junior Dance classes, dynamic pieces from the Nayland Dance Company, and powerful solo performances from emerging artists in the programme.

From contemporary and hip hop to lyrical and fusion, the showcase highlights the diversity and creativity fostered within the Nayland College Dance curriculum. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to our dance community, this is a night not to be missed.

Come and experience the artistry of our students in a professional theatre setting, as they take their performance to the next level. One night only – secure your tickets and be inspired!

Rockshop Bandquest is Aoteaora's live music event for Primary and Intermediate aged school students. In its fifteenth year, the programme annually hosts hundreds of young bands in venues throughout the country.

Presented by the Wright Family Foundation, and powered by NZ Rockshop, the programme is run by RQP Group (Rockquest Promotions) - the team behind Smokefreerockquest, Smokefree Tangata Beats, and Showquest performing arts competitions.

The kaupapa is to encourage Primary and Intermediate aged musicians onto the stage; learning through experience and developing their performance skills alongside their teamwork, communication, goal-setting and leadership skills.

General Admission seating.
Stalls (downstairs): seats will be removed in the flat section to create standing/dancing room. This means there will not be a seat for all ticket holders.
Dress Circle (upstairs): 99 seats available. Patrons who choose to sit upstairs are guaranteed a seat, but do not have access to the stalls during the show.

Legacy Arts Presents Aladdin Jr!

Ring bells! Bang the drums! You are going to love this exciting stage adaptation of the legendary tale of the lovable thief with the heart of gold!

Join Aladdin, Jasmine and the fast-talking, wisecracking Genie, as they discover mystical caves, take magic carpet rides, and outwit the evil sorcerer, Jafar.

Adapted especially for young performers, this musical includes favourite Alan Menken songs such as “Friend Like Me”, “A Whole New World”, and “Prince Ali”, as well as wonderful new songs added for the Broadway production. With new, colourful characters and non-stop adventure, Aladdin JR. is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for all ages!

Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing, and a truly moving story, Sister Act JR will leave audiences breathless.

When disco diva, Deloris, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found, a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior.

Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage.

Based on the smash DreamWorks movie, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves unexpectedly in the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar!

Get ready to tap your toes and be swept away as Shake, Rattle and Remix takes to the stage!

This vibrant dance showcase brings together talented students from Peta Spooner Academy of Dance, Jane Pascoe’s Stoke Dance Studio, Glenna Armstrong’s School of Tap, and Kymberly Widley Performing Arts.

From the grace of ballet to the energy of jazz, the artistry of contemporary, the rhythm of tap, and the flair of theatre craft, this show offers something for everyone. Audiences will enjoy a joyful mix of beloved classics, reimagined favourites, and unexpected musical twists, all brought to life through dynamic choreography and infectious enthusiasm.

Join us for a celebration of movement, music, and creativity - perfect for the whole family.

Step into a dazzling world of colour, creativity, and connection as Legacy Dance proudly presents Kaleidoscope.

Featuring dancers aged 5 and up, this mid-year showcase brings together a vibrant mix of genres including Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet and Musical Theatre.

Join many of our dancers as they take the stage for the first time. Kaleidoscope is a joyous reflection of our diverse dance community.

Suitable for the whole family.

Join Nelson Civic Choir and soloists for an entertaining musical romp through the fanciful "topsy-turvy" worlds of Gilbert and Sullivan in an afternoon of costumed frivolity with excerpts from The Gondoliers, The Mikado, The Pirates of Penzance, Iolanthe and many more.

Presenting at the Theatre Royal Nelson for the first time in many years, members of the Nelson Civic Choir pull out all the Victorian stops. Gilbert and Sullivan created a world where each absurdity is taken to its logical conclusion: fairies rub elbows with British Lords, flirting is a capital offence, gondoliers ascend to the monarchy, and pirates emerge as noblemen who have gone astray.

Choral Comedy presents an afternoon of memorable melodies with perfectly outrageous storylines performed in a completely deadpan way.

Step into a world of wonder with Illusionist Anthony Street, in a thrilling magic show crafted to captivate audiences of all ages!

Anthony, renowned as the creator and star of the world-famous Celtic Illusion, brings his unique blend of breathtaking illusions, mind-bending magic, and boundless charisma to the stage. Prepare to be amazed as he conjures impossible feats before your eyes, blending traditional magic with modern spectacle, creating an experience that’s both heart-pounding and heartwarming.

From larger-than-life illusions to mind tricks that will leave you questioning reality, Anthony’s show is packed with surprises and interactive moments. Watch as the audience becomes part of the magic, as you gasp in disbelief, and everyone shares in the laughter, suspense, and pure joy that Anthony brings to every performance.

Don’t miss the chance to see this truly wonderful spectacle this July and August across New Zealand!

Everyone's favourite ogre is back in an hilarious tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey, alongside a wise-cracking donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy and a fire breathing dragon and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero.

Luckily there's one on hand and his name is Shrek!