September in Aotea Arts Quarter

Here’s our hand-picked a selection of events taking place across Aotea Arts Quarter this month.

Rigoletto, NZ Opera

19, 21, 25 September, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre

A TRAGIC TALE OF LOVE, POWER AND REVENGE

Join NZ Opera, a star-studded cast and a Fiat Bambina as Verdi steps into uncharted artistic territory, balancing character, drama and music in a way that sets new standards for Italian opera.

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NZ Comedy Trust presents 2025 Billy T Applicant Showcase

21 September, Wintergarden, The Civic

It’s Spring! Lambs are being born, birds are chirping, and the best new comedians in Aotearoa are coming out of their burrows in their quest to become a 2025 Billy T Nominee!

Hosted by Rhys Mathewson, the showcase will feature a bushel of the best up and coming comics from round the motu, plus with tix at $18 - $23 That’s like a dollar a comic! Don’t miss your chance to be there and witness them bloom!

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Company B - 'The Next Wave'

18 - 22 September, Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre

Following the tremendous success of their inaugural season, BLACK GRACE is excited to announce a new production by COMPANY B entitled ‘The Next Wave’.

Born from a genuine desire to pass on his three decades of knowledge to the next generation of artists, Black Grace Founding Artistic Director Neil Ieremia, through Company B has established an initiative designed to give emerging choreographers the creative platform to work with an exciting new group of aspiring young dancers.

Get ready for the Company B choreographers and 10 emerging dancers as they let loose a spirited, emboldened collection of work in ‘The Next Wave’ this September.

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The Eagles Greatest Hits

25 September, Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall

A Tribute to Americas Greatest Band.

This two hour live concert will take you back to one of the biggest and best times in music history.

Timeless songs like Hotel California, Lyin Eyes and Take it to the Limit, brought to the stage in a performance like nothing you have seen before.

With more than 200 million sales worldwide The Eagles are recognized as one of the greatest bands of all time.

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An Audience with David Walliams

27 - 28 September, Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre

Brace yourself for an outrageously cheeky evening with one of Britain’s best-loved comedians in this delightful new live show experience from David Walliams. Expect wickedly funny tales, beloved characters, and a glimpse behind the curtain at never-before-seen moments from Walliams’ storied career, all served up with his signature wit and charm.

From his iconic characters in Little Britain and Come Fly with Me to his hilarious storytelling in best-selling books like The Boy in the Dress and Gangsta Granny, David Walliams’ comedic brilliance has captivated audiences of all ages over the past two decades.

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