ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre is a premier performing arts venue located in Auckland, New Zealand. With state-of-the-art facilities and a seating capacity of over 2,000, the theatre hosts a wide range of events including concerts, musicals, ballets, and co...
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The New Zealand film festival is one of my favourite events in Auckland. It hosts a carefully curated range of diverse films from around the world. The movies are played in theatres Auckland wide, the Civic being my favourite venue. There’s nothing quite like going to this grandiose theatre to watch a movie. It’s twinkling, starry ceiling, extravagant decorations and plush seating make for an enjoyable experience.
The Civic is hands down one of the best venues in Auckland, a fact I was reminded of when I saw soul legend Bobby Womack perform there recently. The theatre itself is beautiful, and has been designed to give a great view of the stage no matter where you're sitting. Also, the staff are really friendly and helpful, and there are 'stars' in the ceiling. Wins all 'round!
On Friday you better prepare for a giggle as the Comedy Festival kicks off its 21st year with the Comedy Gala, hosted by the ‘Funniest Person on TV’ (TV Guide), Jeremy Corbett. The sensational local and international line-up features: Arj Barker (US), The Boy With Tape On His Face (NZ), Heath Franklin's Chopper (AUS), Stephen K Amos (UK), Tom Gleeson (AUS), Dai Henwood (NZ), Steve Hughes (AUS), Urzila Carlson (SA/NZ),Ewen Gilmour (NZ), Idiots Of Ants (UK), Ben Hurley (NZ), Chris Martin (UK), Jeremy Elwood (NZ), James Acaster (UK), James Nokise (NZ), Jarred Christmas (NZ/UK),TJ McDonald (NZ), and 2012 Billy T Award Winner Guy Williams (NZ).
Babel (words) is an exquisite dance-theatre masterpiece that was created by two of Europe’s hottest dancers slash choreographers. After a sell-out season as the must-see show in the 2012 Sydney Festival, in March 2013 Babel (words) is coming to Auckland Arts Festival for its New Zealand premiere. Babel (words) explores the world of language and the languages of the world. Beneath a towering set of aluminium cubes designed by artist Antony Gormley, the 18 dancers, who speak 15 languages between them, form fierce yet fragile rhythms as they transform their bodies into a gorgeous expression of culture and identity. WHEN: 21/03/2013 8.00PM 22/03/2013 8.00PM 23/03/2013 8.00PM COST: $45-87 through the Edge
For the first time in 10 years iconic band Garbage is returning to New Zealand for up-close and personal rock shows in Auckland and Wellington. World renowned for their incredible live rock shows, Garbage has also sold over 12 million albums worldwide, performed in over thirty-five countries and will continue to tour extensively worldwide in 2013. Trust me, it’s going to be anything but garbage.
My first time in the Civic was last night seeing MAry Poppins and it was just the most amazing venue. It was so wonderfully decorated that it was a marvel just to see it. I was blown away at how lovely it was. The staff were fantastic and knew exactly where we were sitting and directed us easily there. The theater was lovely and clean.
Any show seen at The Civic has a touch of magic added to it by this wonderful setting. I especially love the starry sky ceiling. The rest of the theatre is exceptional as well with a touch of grandeur from former times. It's worth getting to any performance here early just to enjoy the wonderful theatre.
