Rockshop Bandquest is a new platform for the next generation of contemporary musicians to step out and perform in a supportive and encouraging competition format, with a focus on education, inspiration and entertainment.
This event is the Nelson Regional Final of the Nationwide Intermediate school band competition.
Award winning studio Empire Dance Company is excited to bring a collaboration of cutting edge choreography, technique, talent and performance to Nelson in their dance show #LETSGO.
#LETSGO will transcend the audience with dancing, singing and acting in a wide variety of dance genres. Showcasing local talent and leading performers we will bring Classical Classics to 2k17 Modern pieces.
There is something in this show for everyone, #LETSGO THE EMPIRE DANCE COMPANY SHOW
Capital E National Theatre for Children
Brace yourselves for a ridiculously clever play that will transport you to World War One to follow a story of two young men; one a keen enlister, the other a conscientious objector.
As suitcases transform to trenches and coats become a map of Europe, their stories collide on Flanders Field. Through energetic songs and moments of Pythonesque vaudeville, this ensemble beautifully shares unforgettable stories.
"It's far funnier than a show about that war has any right to be, yet the silliness seems somehow respectful, a fitting tribute to the exuberant young men who sailed away from Wellington harbour in search of adventure." THEATREVIEW
Written & directed by Leo Gene Peters
Recommended for children 7+ years
The very best of Nayland College Performing Arts will be on stage at the Theatre Royal in celebration of our students and their talents and achievements in 2017. The evening will feature performances from Dance Company, Concert Band, Jazz Band, our three Choirs and songs from our 2017 musical production 'Bye Bye Birdie'.
Nelson Youth Theatre Company presents a double-bill with Aesop's Falables - a fun filled show suitable for the whole family and Holy Moses! A musical journey through plagues, the Passover, the Exodus and the Ten Commandments through clever lyrics and memorable music.
Nelson Youth Theatre Company is delighted to present one of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. A joyous retelling of the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven scheming brothers and his coat of many colours, Joseph is a kaleidoscope of catchy songs and colourful dance numbers - Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door to Me and Go Go Go Joseph - parodying various musical styles from rock 'n roll to country and western, French ballad, calypso and jazz.
The UK's longest-running musical, which has enjoyed three West End productions, one on Broadway, and continues to tour the US and UK, Joseph launched the careers of both Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, who went on to become one of the most successful musical theatre partnerships of all time.
The ultimate feel-good show, Joseph will once again see Nelson audiences cheering the music of Lloyd Webber.
Disney's musical tale of the Hans Christian Andersen classic comes to life on the stage. Nelson Youth Theatre Company invites you to journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr!
Nelson's talented young performers will bring the tale of Disney's animated film The Little Mermaid to life in a wonderful stage production the whole family will enjoy. In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the enchanting voice.
Adapted from Disney's 2008 Broadway production, Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She's in Love," and the Oscar®-winning "Under the Sea."
Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr contains all of the ingredients of a classic Broadway musical - great songs, wonderful production numbers, our plucky heroine, wacky sidekick and of course, the evil villain! Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.
Vast Dance Festival celebrates the combined talents of high school students in the "Top of the South" region.
The annual performance showcases students from Waimea College, Nayland College, Garin College, Motueka High School, Marlborough College for Girls, Marlborough College for Boys, Nelson College and Nelson College for Girls.
The objectives of Vast Dance Festival are to:
- Provide opportunities for high school students to perform in a professional environment
- Celebrate the wide range of styles taught in our region
- Provide a platform for student choreographers to share their work
- Give students practical experience with lighting, front of house, design and stage management responsibilities
For more information visit http://www.vast.org.nz or Email [email protected]
Nayland College presents one of Broadway's biggest hit musicals Bye Bye Birdie!
This loving send-up of the late 1950s in small town America centres around an Elvis Presley type rock and roll superstar (Conrad Birdie) who is drafted into the army. His agent and song writer (Albert Peterson) and Albert's secretary and love interest (Rosie Alvarez) plan a farewell performance for Birdie on the Ed Sullivan television show and they hope the performance will provide the publicity to sell Albert's new song 'One Last Kiss' and bring Albert's company out of debt. At the conclusion of the performance, Birdie will give a real kiss to a lucky girl from his fan club!
Bye Bye Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world with its tuneful high-energy score, hilarious script and hit songs include 'Put on a Happy Face', 'One Last Kiss', 'One Boy', 'A Lot of Livin' to Do', 'Kids!, and 'Rose'. Not to be missed!
The curtain rises on our brand-new original show Dance Explosion on August 3 with performances until Sat August 5!
Our talented cast of pupils will entertain audiences with dancing in a wide variety of genres including modern, street dance, lyrical, jazz and musical theatre. From West End showstoppers to modern day melodies - there's something to suit everyone in this year's annual concert performances.
We know you are going to love Dance Explosion!
