Music - Classical

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Hōhepa

Price: $43-$108

A powerful story, spine-tingling staging and our finest operatic talent all come together in this new New Zealand opera from acclaimed composer Jenny McLeod. Read on

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The Sixteen Choir

Price: $48-$88

One of the world’s greatest period ensembles comes to New Zealand for the first time to present two very special concerts. Read on

The Sixteen Choir and Orchestra

Price: $48-$98

One of the world’s greatest period ensembles comes to New Zealand for the first time to present two very special concerts. Read on

Stravinsky:
Oedipus Rex/Symphony of Psalms

Price: $38-$148

Two famous works from composer Igor Stravinsky, Australasia’s most accomplished opera singers, two commanding choirs, and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. All in one unmissable performance. Read on

The Galileo Project:
Music of the Spheres

Price: $48-$78

Dazzling images of the universe combine with beautiful classical music and poetic narration to create a fusion of science and culture that is simply out of this world. Read on

Power and Passion

Price: $38-$68

New Zealand’s foremost chamber ensemble combines with the glorious baritone voice of Jonathan Lemalu for this programme of four stunning works. Read on

Peter and the Wolf

Price: $10-$43

This classic children’s tale is at its sparkling best, as Suzie Templeton’s Academy Award-winning short film is accompanied by the beautiful live music of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Read on

Dreamscapes

Price: $40-$48

New Zealand’s leading piano trio joins forces with outstanding percussionists Lenny Sakofsky and Jeremy Fitzsimons for this programme of vast sonic scope and visual energy. Read on

Beethoven! The Age of Enlightenment

Price: $43-$48

The New Zealand String Quartet begins its 25th anniversary celebrations with two exclusive Festival performances in the stunning setting of St Mary of the Angels church. Read on

Serenata Italiana

Price: $48-$88

Legendary chamber music ensemble I Musici is turning 60 and bringing its celebrations to Wellington. Read on

Art Talks:
The Sixteen

Price: FREE

A rare chance to hear from the renowned conductor and founder of The Sixteen, Harry Christophers. Read on