A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Local photography star Mark Hamilton will show us how to capture the winning shots!
18 MayTauwhare
This joyful comedy tips the modern office on its head and celebrates an unsung hero.
May 16 – 18Hamilton
Zines are a must in any writer or creative’s arsenal. Zines are a cost-effective way to get your work out to your audience.
19 MayHamilton
Waikato Songwriters Meet-Up, Nivara Lounge.
21 May Hamilton
This workshop is aimed at more advanced throwers and is taught by our lead production potter Callum Trudgeon.
May 20 – 24Coromandel
It’d be a crime to miss it!
May 17 – 25Thames
Presented by some of Hamilton’s most talented musicians brought together for this special concert of some rare works by Schubert.
23 MayHamilton
Experience Matthias Balzat’s mastery in Vieuxtemps’ “Cello Concerto No. 1”, a highlight of a concert that also has music by Beethoven and Bizet.
24 MayHamilton
Learn about, and sing some great sacred pieces from the Late Victorian era. Present a Free Recital for friends, family & students.
25 MayCambridge
Hamilton will return to circa 1800 so come and join in an elegant evening of popular regency dances to live music from the Jane Austen period.
25 MayMatangi
A deliciously thrilling story of revenge and retribution by the titan of musical theatre: Stephen Sondheim!
May 11 – 25Hamilton
CANTANDO CHOIR presents SONGS of the UNIVERSAL With special guests BEL SUONO CHOIR from Waikato Diocesan School for Girls.
26 MayHamilton
Join us on Opening Night to celebrate McClure’s new work in his solo exhibition with Ramp.
May 2 – 25Hamilton
Photo Competition open to all visitors at The Sculpture Park. Great prizes to win!
20 Apr – 19 May
The after school art classes runs for 5 weeks focusing on drawing and pottery making.
16 May – 20 JunCoromandel
This pottery course gives you the opportunity to become confident at wheel throwing and explore how to glaze and fire your works.
9 May – 27 JunCoromandel
7 May – 25 JunCoromandel
Come and paint alongside other enthusiastic watercolour creatives.
3 May – 21 JunHamilton
This is a ‘drop in’ style untutored class where students can attend 1 or as many as they like through each term.
2 May – 20 JunHamilton
Join Kate Symmans and step out of your comfort zone and explore traditional watercolour techniques in a new and exciting way.
Talented tutor Dale Gilmore will teach you tips & techniques to paint with Oil Paint.
Our talented and experienced tutor Dale Gilmore will teach you painting and drawing tips and techniques.
Children explore a range of mediums from drawing, painting, pastels, collage, clay, watercolour to learn skills in many areas
The exhibition can be seen in metaphorical terms as statements of intent or ‘positions on the map’. Street Stories is literally, ‘state of the road’.
12 Apr – 31 MayHamilton
Join Waikato Museum’s workshop to create handcrafted zines, inspired by the themes of ‘Six Extinctions’ and the climate crisis.
1 JunHamilton
A weekend in Raglan for writers and readers with workshops, talks and even kayaking. Literature, Raglan-style.
Jun 1 – 3Raglan
Start the French Film Festival off with a bang!
5 JunHamilton
We invite you to a decadent evening of conservation and art!
5 JunCambridge
The Raglan Creative Market reflects the Raglan lifestyle by showcasing the friendly, creative, healthy and alive atmosphere of the area.
9 JunRaglan
Art and creativity are fostered by exploring a range of materials and techniques. Tutored by highly skilled and talented Josie Ward.
30 Apr – 18 JunHamilton
An 8-week course exploring relief printing processes with non-toxic water-based inks.
Master essential watercolour techniques like washes, blending, and layering in our new watercolour art class.
14 May – 2 JulHamilton
An 8-week introductory course exploring relief printing processes with either water-based or oil-based inks.
29 Apr – 24 JunHamilton
Amazing selection of French dramas, comedies, biographies, romances and the rest!
Jun 5 – 26Hamilton
Learn to Drive your DSLR/Mirrorless Camera. Have you ever wanted to get off auto on your DSLR/mirrorless camera and go fully manual?
27 May – 8 JulHamilton
Ladies Friday Art morning is perfect for meeting new people, exploring your artistic side, and taking time for yourself in this self-directed space.
3 May – 5 JulHamilton
Each week you will be guided through a central theme that lets you gently explore your world in a supportive and creative way.
Creative processes to assist young individuals in expressing themselves.
2 May – 4 JulHamilton
Tailored for adults seeking a sanctuary for creative introspection, these sessions provide a nurturing environment for self-expression.
These unique workshops invite you to embrace your playful and creative side.
1 May – 3 JulHamilton
Come enjoy the fun, colour and music of the classic musical JOSEPH!
Jun 19 – 22Hamilton
A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Friends of Waikato Museum.
10 May – 21 JulHamilton
Vismaya, Sanskrit for amazement, is a new work from highly acclaimed Mudra Dance Company.
30 JunHamilton
Embark on a creative journey in our Hamilton art workshop this term.
29 Apr – 1 JulHamilton
Get face to face with some of history’s largest and deadliest predators at Waikato Museum.
12 Apr – 21 JulHamilton
Join us in celebrating Matariki this year with The Meteor’s exhibition Taatai-o-Matariki!
25 Jun – 27 JulHamilton
14 JulRaglan
Filled with colour photographs, this exhibition showcases the ongoing tradition of Poukai (marae gatherings), an important element of Te Kiingitanga.
1 Mar – 21 JulHamilton
This exhibition traces the milestones across the University’s 60 years through the lens of special collections.
25 Mar – 2 AugHamilton
A bold exhibition of Aotearoa New Zealand contemporary art, in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the Chartwell Collection.
23 Feb – 21 JulHamilton
Directed by NZ acting royalty Michael Hurst and performed by Cassandra Woodhouse, NZ Theatre Company is honoured to bring Prima Facie to the NZ stage.
Aug 1 – 3Hamilton
11 AugRaglan
8 SepRaglan
Calefax are thrilled to be performing the world premiere of a newly CMNZ-commissioned work.
18 SepHamilton
Presented in association with the Michael Hill International Violin Competition
30 OctHamilton
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