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DunedinMarch 11

New play tackles memory

What happens when the state controls memory — and asks ordinary people to decide who deserves to live?
New play tackles memory
New play tackles memory
DunedinMarch 11

Art awards opened to all NZ

The popular two-yearly Hope and Sons Art Awards exhibition returns to the Otago Art Society (OAS) galleries from this weekend.
Art awards opened to all NZ
Art awards opened to all NZ
DunedinMarch 11

Food truck takeover returns

St Clair School’s much loved Food Truck Fest is back tonight, from 5pm-8pm at the school grounds.
DunedinMarch 11

Pints, pipes work together for show

Shower and car singers unite for the chance to sing your hearts out at Bangers & Brews — a pub singalong with a twist.
Pints, pipes work together for show
Pints, pipes work together for show
DunedinMarch 4

Generosity theme of Women’s Day breakfast

The University of Otago Staff Women’s Caucus and Graduate Women Otago will host an International Women’s Day Breakfast this Friday morning.
DunedinMarch 4

Fiery comedy draws from life

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?
Fiery comedy draws from life
Fiery comedy draws from life
DunedinMarch 4

Rock, classical music mesh

After entertaining 700,000 music fans across the United Kingdom, United States and Europe, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is now on tour in New Zealand for the first time.
Rock, classical music mesh
Rock, classical music mesh
DunedinMarch 4

Language, laughter focus of show

Wellington-based stand-up comedian Jerome Chandrahasen is bringing his hit show on language and laughter, On Words, to the Dunedin Fringe Festival next month.
Language, laughter focus of show
Language, laughter focus of show
DunedinFebruary 25

Comedy show set for festival

Multi award-winning Dunedin comedian and entertainer Harriet Moir debuts her brand new comedy show Dear Stalker at next month’s Dunedin Fringe Festival.
Comedy show set for festival
Comedy show set for festival
DunedinFebruary 25

Unique visual, sonic journey

Dunedin Fringe Festival audiences are invited to experience altered states of sound and chromatic consciousness at a unique, one-off event hosted by local band OMMU and visual artist Sam Caldwell.
Unique visual, sonic journey
Unique visual, sonic journey
DunedinFebruary 25

Macbeth in movement

The Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) opens its 2026 season with a searing new version of Macbeth — an explosive contemporary reimagining of Shakespeare’s brutal tragedy.
Macbeth in movement
Macbeth in movement
DunedinFebruary 25

World-class organist returns to city

International concert organist Hans Hielscher is a frequent visitor to New Zealand and on several previous occasions has performed on "Norma" the Dunedin Town Hall organ.
World-class organist returns to city
World-class organist returns to city
DunedinFebruary 18

MacKenzies rejoice, reunite, regale

The Clan MacKenzie Society of NZ Inc will hold its next gathering in Mosgiel next month.
DunedinFebruary 18

Toitū’s former path traced in performance

Dancer-choreographer Oliver Connew will present a processional solo dance performance tracing the course of Dunedin’s Toitū stream this Saturday at 2pm.
Toitū’s former path traced in performance
Toitū’s former path traced in performance
DunedinFebruary 18

Up-and-coming jazz artist set to serenade

Wellington-based guitar virtuoso Lockie Bennett starts the autumn 2026 season for the Dunedin Jazz Club later this month.
Up-and-coming jazz artist set to serenade
Up-and-coming jazz artist set to serenade
DunedinFebruary 18

With a bit of ‘Lady Luck’

Dunedin-based performer Kelly Hocking becomes her alter ego, Lady Luck, in an over-the-top metaphorical cabaret for the Dunedin Fringe Festival.
With a bit of ‘Lady Luck’
With a bit of ‘Lady Luck’
DunedinFebruary 18

Soldiers’ stories revealed

The Presbyterian Research Network will present a talk on the impact of two soldiers during World War 2 next week.
DunedinFebruary 11

‘QI’ staple set for full tour of NZ

Acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer and television personality, Alan Davies, will embark on an extensive New Zealand tour in July and August.
SouthlandFebruary 11

Chorus calls for keen a cappella singers

A group of Dunedin performers have swapped their sparkly chorus costumes for tramping gear ahead of an open night for women interested in learning to sing unaccompanied harmonies.
Chorus calls for keen a cappella singers
Chorus calls for keen a cappella singers
DunedinFebruary 11

Fringe offerings wide, bold, many

Cabaret, comedy, city planning, theatre, storytelling, music, dance, visual art and more will be on offer in the Dunedin Fringe Festival, running March 12-22.
DunedinFebruary 11

Duo bring their folk to city

Born in West Virginia and raised on the Canadian prairies, Scott Cook quit a job teaching kindergarten in Taiwan in 2007 to embark on the life of a fulltime troubadour.
Duo bring their folk to city
Duo bring their folk to city
DunedinFebruary 4

Authentic Baroque experience

Lovers of early music can step into the vivid world of the Baroque in the Baroque Unbound concert tour
Authentic Baroque experience
Authentic Baroque experience
DunedinFebruary 4

Open rehearsal to attract new members

Dunedin’s Sunny Side Up choir is keen to share the joy of singing as widely as possible, and is looking for new members to join up.
Open rehearsal to attract new members
Open rehearsal to attract new members
DunedinFebruary 4

Light-hearted take on romantic advice

Dunedin audiences are being urged to get ready for "some of the worst advice you’ll ever receive", courtesy of a returning comedy-theatre show.
Light-hearted take on romantic advice
Light-hearted take on romantic advice