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DANZ TRAINING 2010 - KEEPING DANCE MOVING
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| Sun 14 Mar, 2010 |
| 10:00 AM |
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How to count, breathe, talk and teach dance. Organising your dance teaching and inspiring your students. Suitable for aspiring and established teachers of dance. The workshop will be presented in two 3 hour halves. Workshop 1: BEST PRACTICE IN DANCE TEACHING 10am - 12.30pm. Workshop 2: OPTIMISING CLASS STRUCTURE 1.30pm - 5pm. To be held in the McMillan & Lockwood Rehearsal Room. Book by emailing danz@danz.org.nz or phone (04) 801 9885.
DANZ members: $200.00 full day/$130.00 half day. Non members: $260.00 full day/$180.00 half day.
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CHAMBER MUSIC NEW ZEALAND - BORODIN QUARTET
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| Tue 16 Mar, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
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Ruben Aharonian (violin) Andrei Abramenkov (violin) Igor Naidin (viola) Vladimir Balshin (cello). founded in 1945 and one of the most revered ensembles in modern history, the Borodin Quartet have been singularly devoted to the collaborative spirit of chamber music for close to 70 years. Their most recent member, Vladimir Balshin joined in 2007, replacing Valentin Berlinsky who was the cellist for 62 of those years. Prior to his death in December 2008, Berlinsky remained as artistic adviser to the current members who are committed to safeguarding the knowledge and traditions of their heritage for future generations. Programme - Brahms: String Quartet in A minor Opus 51 No 2; Rachmaninov: Romance; Tchaikovsky: String Quartet No 2 in F Opus 22. Adult $55.00 Child $10.00 (Attending primary or secondary school) Student $15.00 (With ID on the day only).
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THE LAUGHING SAMOANS - CHOKA BLOCK
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| Sat 20 Mar, 2010 |
| 08:00 PM |
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Choka Block is the latest show from one of New Zealand’s most successful comedy duo. Eteuati Ete and Tofiga Fepulea’i have for the last six years been playing to packed houses performing their unique brand of Pacific Island humour. Don’t miss the chance to see them live. Adult $25.00-$50.00 Child (3-15 years) $15.00-$30.00 Senior (65+ with ID) $20.00-$35.00 Unwaged & Student(with ID) $20.00-$35.00 Group (10+) $15.00- $30.00.
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JOHN MAYALL
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| Sat 17 Apr, 2010 |
| 08:00 PM |
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The blues doesn't get much more exciting than this! John Mayall is, of course, a pioneering English blues singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. His musical career spans over 50 years but the most notable episode in it occurred during the late '60s, when he was the founder of John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers. As a gifted talent-scout, Mayall has been influential in the careers of many instrumentalists including Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, Peter Green, John McVie, Mick Fleetwood, Mick Taylor, and Don "Sugarcane" Harris. Tickets $68.50.
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DANCE OF DESIRE
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| Sun 18 Apr, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
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NOTE: Due to unforseen circumstances, this show has been re-scheduled from 19 March 2010 to this new date. Please direct any enquiries to TicketDirect (06) 357 9740.
The new all-Irish production DANCE OF DESIRE is coming to NZ as part of an extensive world tour. Produced by Michael Carr of Ceol Chiarrai Productions Dublin, this new show is described as "edgy, somewhat more adventurous than past Irish Dance shows, and full of "A" level championship performers". Over the past year the show has played in Paris, New York, Beijing, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur and a record 7 month season in Australia. The production boasts a huge cast of 22 dancers and celtic musicians. Special prices will be available for Dance schools, Family Groups and Senior Citizens. Adult $69.50-$79.50 Senior (65+ with ID)/Student (with ID) $59.90
Groups 10+ $69.50.
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CHAMBER MUSIC NEW ZEALAND - NZTRIO
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| Wed 21 Apr, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
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Sarah Watkins (piano) Justine Cormack (violin) Ashley Brown (cello). NZTrio are committed to uncovering the unique artistic voices of the Asia-Pacific region and presenting them alongside timeless works from the Western art conon. Their passion and excitement for the piano trip genre places this ensemble firmly in the centre of a coninually evolving chamber music tradition. Programme - Jennifer Higdon: Piano Trio; Judy Bailey: NZTrio and CMNZ commission; Turina: Piano Trio No 1 in D Opus 35; Stuart Greenbaum: NZTrio commission; Schumann: Piano Trio No 2 in F Opus 80.
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TE MATA WAIORA
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| Sat 24 Apr, 2010 |
| 09:30 AM |
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To celebrate Kapa Haka as a living tradition that is vibrant, and a forceful art that promotes skilful leadership and teamwork in the pursuit of excellence. A showcase of the many energetic and dynamic styles still practised today. General Admission. Adult $7.00 Child under 4 yrs Free.
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MAYDAY CONCERT
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| Sat 01 May, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
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The 16th annual Manawatu MayDay Concert, which celebrates International Workers Day, is a great night of fun and solidarity in the form of song, music, dance and performance art from unions, community groups and individuals from throughout New Zealand and internationally. Special guests include Peter Hicks (folk singer from Tasmania) and The Brazen Hussies in their 20th year of performing. Entry by gold coin donation.
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NEW ZEALAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA with DAME MALVINA MAJOR
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| Tue 18 May, 2010 |
| 07:00 PM |
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Tecwyn Evans: Conductor Dame Malvina Major: Soprano. Programme:
MOZART Symphony No.41 Jupiter; JOHANN STRAUSS Die Fledermaus Overture; LEHAR Giuditta Meine Lippen, sie kussen so heiss; LEHAR Paganini Liebe, du Himmel auf Erden; LEHAR The Merry Widow Vilja; DVORAK Czech Suite Finale; DVORAK Rusalka Song to the moon; STRAUSS Thunder and Lightening Polka. Adult $28.00-$50.00 Child (up to 18 yrs) $15.00 Concession $25.00-$43.00. Other concession available.
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WORLD ON STAGE
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| Sat 29 May, 2010 |
| 07:00 PM |
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Take a trip around the world! Experience this multicultural extravaganza of song and dance showcasing the talents of our ethnic community. Hear the beat of the drums and the rhythm of the music. See the brilliance and vibrancy of the costumes. Experience the harmony of movement and voice. Dean Mckerras as director has put together another high impact show that will enthrall you! Adult $18.00 Child (1-12 yrs) $10.00 Family (2A + 2C) $45.00 Senior (65+ with ID) $15.00 Student (with ID) $15.00.
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THE JAZZ GALA
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| Sat 05 Jun, 2010 |
| 08:00 PM |
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As part of the 2010 Manawatu Jazz and Blues Festival, The Jazz Gala will present the music of the famous Americal composer George Gershwin in a concert called "Simply Gershwin". Adult $38.00 Student (with ID) $20.00 Jazz Club Member $32.00.
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ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET - CARMEN
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| Tue 29 Jun, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Wed 30 Jun, 2010 |
| 06:30 PM |
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Carmen’s allure is the stuff of legend. Sizzlingly seductive, few can resist her charms. An electrifying contemporary ballet set in modern day Rio de Janeiro, Carmen is guaranteed to set pulses racing. This stylish, sensuous production, featuring Didy Veldman’s powerful choreography, has been hailed as brilliant dance theatre and a raunchy and fast-paced production not to be missed. Working in a cigarette factory by day and hanging out with a band of seedy small-time crooks at her local bar by night, follow the world’s most famous man-eating manipulator as she breaks hearts with her unscrupulous ways. Adult $37.00-$68.00 Child $25.00-$35.00 Senior (65+) $33.00-$61.00.
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ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET - THE NUTCRACKER
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| Tue 23 Nov, 2010 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Wed 24 Nov, 2010 |
| 06:30 PM |
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Just what the doctor ordered - a Christmas classic with a twist. Set in a children’s hospital, Gary Harris’s re-worked version of one of the world’s most-loved ballets is a treat for all ages. Delirious with concussion, Clara enters a fantasy world brought to life by Kristian Fredrikson’s eye-popping, bold designs inspired by Hollywood’s big studio era. Be dazzled by whirring snow imps, the ever-sweet and enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy and the tango-ing tea ladies and let Tchaikovsky’s magical score transport you straight into the festive season. Adult $37.00-$68.00 Child $25.00-$35.00 Senior (65+) $33.00-$61.00.
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