June 2025
French For Rabbits & Michael Llewellyn
In June and July, dream pop luminaries French for Rabbits are going back to back with the compelling Te Whanganui-a-Tara based songwriter Michael Llewellyn for a winter tour celebrating new work. On the tour the two singer-songwriters and their bands will be performing two sets followed by songs together. Dream-pop luminaries French for Rabbits return to the stage in full band formation for the first time in a year to celebrate psychedelic new single ‘Gold and Blue’ which was written…
Find out more »Spirit Boy – The Existential Hours World Tour 2025
Ōtautahi indie-rock outfit Spirit Boy release their highly anticipated debut album, The Existential Hours, on Friday 30 May. To celebrate the release, Spirit Boy take the stage for a special live performance at Christchurch’s Space Academy on Friday 27 June, supported by the talented Holly Kimber. Written largely during the isolation of the COVID-19 lockdowns, The Existential Hours is an 8-track collection the band describes as “joyous songs about being sad - a celebration of the full spectrum of human…
Find out more »Jed Parsons
Jed Parsons returns to Lyttelton on his nationwide tour! Solo and serious. With two critically acclaimed albums, millions of streams, and a string of high-profile tours and collaborations under his belt, Jed Parsons has cemented his place as one of New Zealand’s standout indie singer-songwriters and live performers. His latest album ‘Brunch’ drew praise from Rolling Stone and RNZ, the latter declaring “nobody is writing catchier choruses in NZ right now.” Since its release, Parsons has branched out creatively—venturing into…
Find out more »Marlon Williams Te Whare Tīwekaweka Tour
Marlon Williams (Kāi Tahu, Ngāi Tai) is about to release his first Māori language album, Te Whare Tīwekaweka, (out April 4th) and today, also announces a 11-date album tour of Aotearoa. Performing with his long-time band The Yarra Benders as well as some special appearances from some of the album’s collaborators, Marlon Williams will bring Te Whare Tīwekaweka to life across the main stages in our most illustrious theatre venues. In another first, Marlon will make his debut headline appearance…
Find out more »July 2025
Darkroom Open Mic Night
Join us for our Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Doors open 6:30pm with music from 7pm Sound person, drum kit, mics, and bass and guitar amps provided. Sign up on the blackboard on the night to play for up to 15mins. Spots are limited, first in first served. Musicians and bands of any genre, and any musical ability/experience level welcome to perform. Solo acts and group acts all welcome! Free entry R18 R.O.A.R.
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