Upcoming Events

Friday 18 September, 7.30pm

TSB Arena, Wellington

 

Expect fire and flame, surreal worlds, the beautifully bizarre, and performance that defies physics at 2026 WOW Show: GLO! - where the boundaries of theatrical spectacle, live music, dance, aerial choreography and wearable art are pushed to the extreme. 

 

The live WOW Awards ceremony, Friday 18 September, will be NZSL interpreted by Platform Interpreting NZ. A limited selection of seats is reserved close to the interpreter with a good view of the stage for the full performance. These seats will be available at our C Reserve price of $109* each and limited to 2 per person. Your tickets can be booked by emailing the WOW ticketing team here: tickets@worldofwearableart.com

Sunday 27 September, 12–1pm

The Hannah Playhouse, Wellington

 

Step into the chamber and imagine the future we could build. 

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Drawing on their recent books, four formidable writers deliver their own maiden speeches, sharing hopeful visions of possibility, followed by a conversation with Toby Manhire. 

 

Kaeden Watts’ (Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Tūhoe) contribution to Kiwis in Climate offers awareness to climate solutions; Lucy O’Hagan’s Everything But the Medicine reveals the realities of healthcare; co-editor of 50 Years of The Waitangi Tribunal – Whakamana i Te Tiriti, Carwyn Jones (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa), brings deep insight into Māori rights and politics; and Trish Harris celebrates the lives of Deaf and disabled people in Out of The Box, showcasing stories that defy society’s barriers.

 

Tickets are General Admission and can be purchased online.

Sunday 27 September, 2–3pm

The Hannah Playhouse, Wellington

 

Inhabiting a mind or body that society often refuses to accommodate is a life's work. Fighting the prejudices that make that difficult is an act of political rebellion, one that is capable of unleashing great joy.

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Join Deaf and disabled writers for readings and kōrero that will annihilate the ableist tropes between them and their good times. Emcee Olivia Shivas (editor of The D*List) will lead a panel including writer/librarians Riah Tahana-Dawson (Ngāti Kurī, Ngāti Waikato-Tainui) and Bee Trudgeon, and writer/actor/filmmaker Jared Flitcroft (Ngāti Maniapoto). 

 

The Politics of Disabled Joy is curated by the Crip the Lit rōpū, which advocates for placing the unique voices and perspectives of Deaf and disabled writers within a mainstream writing context.

 

Tickets are General Admission and can be purchased online.

Friday 9 October, 6.30–9pm

Auckland War Memorial Museum, Auckland

 

Travel through time and across Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific and beyond as you meet an extraordinary cast of larger than-life characters inspired by the Museum's collections. Lend a hand with preparations for a journey across the Pacific, learn traditional fishing skills, make a talisman inspired by ancient Greek gods, put your stealth to the test in the Museum's wartime galleries, and more. You may even stumble upon dinosaurs who have come to life.

At each encounter, record a magical symbol in your Mission Passport as you complete your top-secret mission.

Feeling inspired? Dress as your favourite Museum object. Costumes are completely optional, with spot prizes for our favourite creations on the night.

Gather your team. Grab your torch. Your top-secret adventure begins after dark. 

 

Tickets for this special NZSL tour cost $25 per person, with limited numbers available. Our NZSL ticketholders will experience Night at Auckland Museum together, on a custom NZSL route. This  limits the number of tickets we have available, we recommend getting in quick!
 

To book tickets for our NZSL group, either email bookings@aucklandmuseum.com or call 09 306 7048.

Saturday 10 October, 2pm

ASB Waterfront Theatre, Auckland

 

Berlin, 1929. Germany stands on the edge of an abyss.

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In the twilight of the Jazz Age, nothing is taboo at the Kit Kat Club, where boys, girls and everyone in between are living each day as if it’s their last. Caught up in a hedonistic whirl of sex and booze, cabaret singer Sally Bowles is blind to the gathering storm, but even she can’t run from darkness. 

 

With the shadow of the Third Reich looming, soon the world will change forever. Yet, behind the fading velvet curtains of a seedy nightclub, the city’s pulsing underbelly is still frantically beating back the flames.

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One of the most iconic musicals of all time, with eight Tony Awards, Cabaret is spectacularly remade for the ASB Waterfront Theatre stage with a dazzling cast of New Zealand’s finest musical theatre performers.

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Nomi Cohen (Chicago) stars as Sally Bowles, the role made famous by Liza Minnelli in the 1972 film, with Matu Ngaropo (Ngāi Tūhoe, Te Rarawa, Ngāti Porou) (The Lion King, Hamilton) as the mercurial and increasingly sinister Emcee.

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Divinely decadent, Cabaret closes the 2026 season with a glorious bang. So, come and hear the music play. 

 

$20 access tickets are available for Deaf or disabled audience members attending an accessible performance. One companion ticket per theatregoer is also available for $20.

Access tickets for the NZSL-interpreted performance can be purchased via email, over the phone, or online.

For assistance with your booking, email boxoffice@atc.co.nz or call 09 309 3395

Sunday 11 October, 2pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

Embark on a musical adventure like no other with the world’s most popular children's entertainment sensation, The Wiggles! With over three decades of wiggly hits, The Wiggles are taking the Big Red Car on the road again to bring their high energy, catchy tunes, and signature dance moves to a city near you.

The Wiggle Groove Tour promises to be an extravaganza of music, laughter, and learning, featuring all the beloved Wiggles including Anthony, Tsehay, Lachy, Simon, John, Lucia, Caterina and Evie. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Wiggles show without our wiggly friends, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword!

 

You can count on hearing all your favourite Wiggles songs, including classics like "Fruit Salad," "Hot Potato," "Rock-A-Bye Your Bear," and exciting new tunes that will have your toes tapping and hands clapping!

 

Don't miss your chance to be a part of the unforgettable experience that will have the whole family singing, dancing, and smiling from ear to ear.

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We are thrilled to announce that The Wiggles will provide an NZSL Signed session at Spark Arena as part of their upcoming New Zealand tour. Platform Interpreting NZ is working with Spark Arena and The Wiggles to bring this signed performance to Auckland.

Tickets will be available for $35 + booking fees per ticket. Bookings open on Thursday 14th May and close 5pm, Friday 2nd October

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To book, you can:

• Call Ticketmaster on 09 970 9700 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)

• Visit this link and use the password 'FRUITSALAD'

• Email groups.newzealand@ticketmaster.co.nz

 

When booking, please provide the code ‘NZSL Wiggles’ and please ensure you communicate any special requirements you may have.

Tuesday 20 October, 6.30pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

THIS IS WHAT DREAMS, ARE MADE OF! Hilary Duff is bringing the 'lucky me tour' to Aotearoa on Tuesday 20 October 2026, with special guest La Roux.
Ahead of her highly anticipated new album, luck… or something, arriving Friday, February 20, multiplatinum global superstar Hilary Duff has officially announced the lucky me tour, marking her first full-scale global headline run in almost two decades.

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To request NZSL-accessible tickets, email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Saturday 24 October, 7pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) are an Australian pop-rock band formed in Sydney in 2011. Known for hits like “She Looks So Perfect” and “Youngblood,” the group has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. Their sixth studio album, Everyone’s A Star! (out Nov 14, 2025), marks a bold new chapter, blending their early energy with 15 years of evolution. 

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To request NZSL-accessible tickets, email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Monday 26 October, 7pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

Swedish pop powerhouse Zara Larsson brings her Midnight Sun Tour to Aotearoa this October, following sold‑out shows across the world and the release of her acclaimed fourth studio album Midnight Sun.

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To book NZSL-accessible tickets, email  platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Tuesday 24 November, 5pm

Eden Park, Auckland

 

Global pop phenomenon Robbie Williams has announced his return to Australia and New Zealand, bringing his BRITPOP World Tour down under this November to play some of his biggest AU-NZ shows ever!

One of the finest male pop stars of his generation, Robbie Williams has six of the Top 100 best-selling albums in British history, 90 million album sales worldwide, a record 16 UK Number 1 albums and 18 BRIT Awards – more than any other artist. 

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Experience an unforgettable evening with an extraordinary entertainer when Robbie Williams returns to Australia and New Zealand this November. 

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To request NZSL tickets, email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Saturday 5 December, 7pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

Rap legend J. Cole is bringing "The Fall-Off Tour" to Tāmaki Makaurau in December 2026!

 

J. Cole announces The Fall-Off Tour marking his first solo headline tour in five years, following 2021’s The Off-Season Tour, and his first full global run in nearly a decade since the 2017 4 Your Eyez Only World Tour.

 

The global run supports J. Cole’s seventh studio album, The Fall Off, which was released February 6, 2026 via Dreamville/Interscope.

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To request NZSL tickets, email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Thursday 10 December, 6.30pm

Stewart Family Theatre, Christchurch

 

The Gilbert & Sullivan classic…re-wired and re-booted. (Swash) buckle up for an epic voyage!
Richard Carroll’s new adaptation harnesses the irreverent, genre-busting spirit of Gilbert & Sullivan’s beloved musical masterpiece, turbo-charging it for a 21st-century audience. This sparkling, high-energy adaptation crackles with wit, charm, and audacious fun, brought to life by just five fearless performers.

Prepare for a riotously entertaining voyage, full of clever wit, infectious songs, and irrepressible charm.

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Community Services or Hāpai Access Card tickets range from $29 - $89, depending on seating tier. 

We are holding preferred seats best suited for Deaf patrons. These are held until two weeks prior to the performance date. We encourage you to contact the Box Office early to discuss your requirements.
 

Email communications@courttheatre.org.nz
Phone +64 3 963 0870

Thursday 17 December, 5pm

Eden Park, Auckland

 

Guns N’ Roses endure as the most dynamic, dangerous, and definitive American rock band in history to this day. 

Embedded in popular culture, Guns N’ Roses’ landmark diamond-selling 1987 opus, Appetite For Destruction, stands out as “the best-selling U.S. debut album ever” and “the 11th best-selling U.S. album of all time.” Following its release, Guns N’ Roses shook the world with the one-two punch of the over 7x-platinum Use Your Illusion I and Use Your Illusion II, clinching the top two spots on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart upon arrival. With total sales of 100 million units thus far, their catalog also consists of G N’ R Lies (5x-platinum), The Spaghetti Incident? (platinum), Greatest Hits (5x-platinum), and Chinese Democracy (over 6 million worldwide). Not to mention, they are one of the most-streamed rock bands in the world with an average of 27 million monthly listeners on Spotify and in May 2024 were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for their 1987 debut album, Appetite for Destruction.

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On the touring front, Guns N’ Roses legendary three-hour-plus shows encompass sought-after fan favourites in addition to newly dusted-off gems from their back catalog, leaving ardent audiences in awe. Their blockbuster 2024 world tour sold 1.3 million tickets around the world and marked the band’s largest run to date. Consisting of acclaimed performances in stadiums and arenas alike, the tour included headlining festival dates at Glastonbury and London’s Hyde Park, while the North American leg included sold-out performances at historic venues such as the Hollywood Bowl and MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, as well as a co-headlining performance at Power Trip in Indio, CA with AC/DC & Metallica. Guns N’ Roses’ previous world tour, Not In This Lifetime…, notably ranked as the “fourth-highest grossing concert tour of all time,” selling 5 million-plus tickets and included a headline performance at Coachella. The band’s massive 2025 tour saw the powerhouse band hit stadiums and arenas in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America throughout the year. 

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Guns N’ Roses are Axl Rose (vocals, keyboards), Duff McKagan (bass), Slash (lead guitar), Dizzy Reed (keyboard), Richard Fortus (rhythm guitar), Isaac Carpenter (drums), and Melissa Reese (keyboard).

 

Guns N’ Roses never stops with more touring on the horizon and other surprises—the “Nightrain” keeps rolling at full speed.

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To request NZSL tickets, email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com

Wednesday 27 January 2027, 7pm

Spark Arena, Auckland

 

GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum selling artist Bryson Tiller has announced that he will be returning to the stage for his upcoming headline tour Bryson Tiller Presents: The Neo Trapsoul Tour, with support from Majid Jordan.

 

The announcement builds on recent momentum for Bryson, who is gearing up to release a brand-new album. Last month, he dropped his new single “IT’S OK” from the upcoming project.

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To request NZSL-accessible tickets, please email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com 

Saturday 13 March 2027, 5pm

Eden Park, Auckland

 

Bruno Mars is a 16x GRAMMY®-winning global superstar, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and one of the most-streamed artists in the world. Known for his showmanship and chart-toppers, Bruno has set a number of records throughout his career, including becoming the first artist ever to hit 150 million monthly listeners on Spotify, appearing on two of the fastest songs to reach 1 billion streams (for “Die with a Smile” with Lady Gaga and “APT.” with ROSÉ, and achieving the highest-certified song in RIAA history with 2010’s “Just the Way You Are”).

 

Since launching a string of hits beginning in 2009, Bruno has sold over 150 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists of all time.

 

Beyond his work as a soloist, Bruno is a member of the duo Silk Sonic with Anderson .Paak. In addition to his 35 Billboard Hot 100 hits, including nine number one singles, Bruno is the recipient of 16 GRAMMY® Awards (including “Album of the Year” for 24K Magic), 14 American Music Awards, and 7 MTV Video Music Awards. His 24K Magic World Tour was among the highest-grossing tours in history, and within the top ten highest-grossing of the 2010s.

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To request NZSL-accessible tickets, please email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com 

Wednesday 28 July 2027, 7pm | Spark Arena, Auckland

Friday 30 July 2027, 7pm | Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch

 

Globally renowned pop group Westlife have announced the New Zealand leg of their monumental Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour, alongside the release of their highly anticipated forthcoming album 25 - The Ultimate Collection, a celebration of their record-breaking 25-year journey at the very top of global pop.

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The band says: “We can’t believe it’s been 20 years since we last toured in Australia and New Zealand, so it only felt right that we should come back and celebrate our 25th Anniversary together. We have always loved coming back to this part of the world as the fans have always made our trips so memorable and special - you have the loudest fans in the world! The 25th Anniversary show will be our most exciting and ambitious to date and of course, we will be performing all of the hits. Australia and New Zealand - we cannot wait to see you!”

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To request NZSL-accessible tickets, please email platforminterpretingnz@gmail.com and say which show you would like to attend.