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Heather Webb presents her Masters recital. A playful exploration of the crossover (and blindspots) between astrophysics, outer space, musical theory, reflection and conviction. A must see for everybody. Heather Webb - Guitar Darren Pickering - Piano/Synth Reuben Derrick - Saxophone Michael Story - Bass Joseph McCallum - Drums/Percussion Sarah McCracken - Violin Andrew Maddick - Violin Naomi Hnat - Cello Heather's music, inspired by astrophysics and astronomy connects the rich history of these ideas, weaving improvised jazz with the structure…
Georgia Gets By – Softly Tour
Georgia Gets By is thrilled to announce an intimate run of Aotearoa headline shows this February. The Georgia Gets By Softly Tour will see her performing sets as a duo on stage in Auckland, Wellington, Nelson & Christchurch. When asked about the tour, Georgia said, “I’ll be performing songs from Fish Bird Baby Boy, Split Lip, and some new songs that no one has heard yet. GGB Softly is an extra special show since it will just be me and…
Khruangbin – A LA SALA 2025
They’re heralded as one of the world’s finest live acts – a band unparalleled in groove. Now, Houston, Texas psych-funk trio Khruangbin announce their highly anticipated return to New Zealand this summer with an exclusive performance at the Christchurch Town Hall on Thursday 20 February as part of their global A LA SALA tour. Recently nominated for best new artist at the 2025 Grammy Awards, Khruangbin who are also performing at the sold-out Electric Avenue festival, have wowed fans at…
“Analogue Eve” at darkroom
"Analogue Eve" at darkroom. Saint Peter's Thursday | Beware the Goatman | Violet French Band - Violet French Band, Beware The Goatman, Saint Peter's Thursday what better way to have our first gig of the year at our home venue darkroom <3 we are very excited to perform a bunch of tunes - old and new - for you, our marvellous fans. also, how sick is this to start your epic bender at electric ave - GIG ADMIN - Tickets…
Hide Presents: Bad Boy Chiller Crew
We're excited to bring you the one & only Bad Boy Chiller Crew Hide Club | 172 St Asaph Street Thursday 20th February | 8:00pm - 12:00am Support from: Young Ghost, GWYN! 🎟 Tickets go live Wednesday, 29th Jan at 5:00 PM sharp – don’t miss out. About Bad Boy Chiller Crew: Bradford’s BBCC are MCs Kane, GK and Clive. Deeply influenced by the ‘bassline house’ clubbing heritage they grew up around in the North of…
Electric Avenue Music Festival 2025
It’s our 10th birthday and we're celebrating with a bang!!! 🎉 Electric Avenue 2025 will be staged over two days - Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd February. Book Friday off work now because you won't want to miss this! Over 60 artists will be performing across four stages including 20 international artists. 🎈
The Fanny Farts Fancy Fancy Flapaganza
The Fanny Farts Fancy Fancy Flapaganza is a flaptastic celebration for those who like to let their freak flag fly. An event full of quality music for those who love to dance, comedy for those who like to laugh. Lovely Double Browns and other refreshing beverages for when you desire a wee drinkypoo and the most welcoming venue found in Christchurch, The Darkroom. When the general public says that kind of thing isn’t normal or you just cant wear that,…
Izaak Opatz (solo)
U.S. folk/prog-country singer-songwriter Izaak Opatz stops by Space Academy (Christchurch) to share his narrative, confessional, humor-inflected brand of American country while on a self-supported bike trip throughout Aotearoa. He'll be joined by Adam Hattaway of Adam Hattaway and the Haunters. Since 2018, Opatz has released three albums with Mama Bird Recording Co., including Hot & Heavy-Handed, a compilation of country covers. He's shared stages with Jonny Fritz, Jackson Browne, and Langhorne Slim, and won praise from RollingStone.com, who called him…
Sonik Tonik
The summer season is well and truly upon us, and Flux is continuing the tradition of showcasing rock-solid sound with a night of stonking party beats courtesy of 3 cutting edge acts rom across Aotearoa; COMMUNICATE, Rare Specimens and Ōtautahi’s own Patella. Whether you’re heading along to Electric Avenue or not, Flux will be set up and ready to go so you can continue the party in style in the courtyard when the main event wraps up, or you…
CLUB LOVE
You're Invited to CLUB LOVE! LGBT+ Dance Party Hosted by Galaxy. Saturday 22nd February 2025 We kick off the night with Karoke & DJ Mimi, then guest DJ's take the decks leading out a night of hot, grinding, house and hard house. DJ Mimi : Electro and Tech House DJ Alofa : House DJ EJAC : Tech House $15 presales via Event Finda $20 door sales =====================>>>>>> CLUB Love, a celebration of LGBT & Diverse Love. Galaxy, a dedicated safe…
Lorina Harding – House Concert
“The best kept secret in NZ music” — NZ Herald Lorina Harding is a two-time winner of the Tui Award for Best Folk Album at the New Zealand music awards. Her seminal debut album Lucky Damn Woman is enjoying a third coming with a vinyl reissue by Ōtautahi label Leather Jacket Records. Originally a hit album in the 90’s on cassette for the Impact label and then on CD by Real Groovy Records, we are delighted to have it finally…
Fierce Salon- Poetry with a bite
Set your Sunday night on fire with some of the fiercest poets Ōtautahi has to offer, with all proceeds going to the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa. The current government's favourite poet Tusiata Avia heads up a line up of poets that speak truth to power; Juanita Hepi, Ariana Tikao, Danielle O'Halloran, Davien Gray and Melanie McKerchar; all doing feature length sets. Join us at the darkroom for a night of powerful performance, that will fill your cup, and heat your…
Marmalade | Amber Carly Williams | Leah Kelsey
Whether you're freshly dusty off the back of Electric Avenue or simply searching for something sweet to do on a Sunday evening, join us for a Sunday session at the Space Academy. We've gathered all our tastiest tunes and stripped them back to solo/duo formations to plate an entirely delectable and wholesome gig for your pleasure! Marmalade Swinging somewhere between folk-pop and indie-rock, Tāmaki Makaurau based Jemilah & Koen bring you a stripped-back version of their usual full-band sound. Their…
Kauranga Oro – Week Of Port Noise
Join Erika Grant and Ariana Tikao for a transformative experience that merges the ancient healing power of taonga puoro with the deep resonance of gong baths. In this special event, the voices of te taiao, our atua, and ancestors come alive through the sacred sounds of taonga puoro, guided by the gentle yet powerful energy of Hine Wai Ora. This feminine energy of the atua wahine, symbolizing connection and release, blends seamlessly with the harmonizing vibrations of the gongs, creating…
Cream Presents: Skream
We're excited to bring back the legendary Skream Hide Club | 172 St Asaph Street Thursday 27th February | 8:00pm - 1:00am Support from: CHOLE 🎟 Tickets go live Thursday, 30th Jan at 5:00 PM sharp – don’t miss out. About Skream: As one of the UK’s best-loved selectors, Skream has enjoyed the kind of consistency most DJs and producers can only dream of. His passion for collecting and playing music is unrelenting—disco, house, techno, and everything…