Theatre
Look no further than our intimate theatre space conveniently located in Howick, East Auckland. Our stunning auditorium is favoured by performers of all kinds due to its unique and versatile features. Are you looking for a rehearsal or performance space? The UXBRIDGE theatre makes a fantastic hire space for performers who want an intimate and superior venue. No need to look further, as our performance space is the answer.
Think you can organise your own sell-out performance? Let’s talk.
The Art Cupboard
Drop-in art activities for kids and families
Every Saturday 10:30 – 12:30
Free (gold coin donation appreciated)
Come into Uxbridge on Saturdays and join in the art-making with the Art Cupboard.Â
Suitable for the whole family to join in, everything you need to get creating on your own is provided along with some specially designed lessons from the Uxbridge art tutors to get you started. Take your work home with you or leave it behind for exhibition at Uxbridge!
PAINTING EVENT
Brushes n’ Bubbles: Fancy Fungi
Thursday 8 August, 6:30 – 9pm
Our “Brushes and Bubbles” painting events promise to be evenings of creativity and good times! They’re filled with whimsy, colour, and plenty of giggles. Our experienced tutor Elise will keep you on track and guide you step by step through the enchanting world of watercolour painting in this one. Whether you’re a seasoned ‘Vincent Van Gogh’ or a first-time painter, you will have a blast in our ‘fancy fungi’ watercolour event.
Craft your own timeless and unique watercolour. We’ll provide everything while you paint sipping your sparkling refreshments as you swirl, blend and dab your way through your masterpiece. Everyone leaves with a smile and a fantastic work of art. Come single or grab your friends, secure your spot now!
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BONG KONNECTION
A CELEBRATION OF BENGALI MUSIC “Chapter 2”
Saturday 24 August, 7pm
Calling all Bangla Rock lovers in Auckland!
After the resounding success of our “BONG KONNECTION” show last year, Chowringhee is back with “BONG KONNECTION CHAPTER 2.” We are thrilled to have Shekhar Gomes, a luminary in the Auckland Bengali music scene, join us on stage this year.
Get ready for an electrifying evening filled with Bangla rock classics and evergreen melodies from yesteryears. From the energetic tunes of Fossils to the timeless songs of Hemanta, and our very own Chowringhee originals, there’s something for everyone. Roopam, Tanya, Ash & Krittibas.
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Door Sales and Bar Service from 6pm, unallocated seating
THE BRIDGE “Wilde and Wilda”
Sunday 25 August, 4 – 6pm
Doors open 3:30pm
​Join us for a heartwarming family performance at Uxbridge Arts and Culture! Brightside Productions proudly presents “Wilde and Wilda for Music Helps,” featuring Jesse Wilde and his daughter Faith Wilde. Faith returns to UXBRIDGE after pursuing her musical dreams in Nashville, joined by Mema Wilda and Michael Levin Sesega aka Levi Lights OnÂ
Gather your loved ones and cozy up in UXBRIDGE Theatre for an unforgettable afternoon. Experience these talented artists as they share the stories behind their songs, their creative process, and the profound influence of music in their lives. This event promises to be a celebration of family, music, and community.
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Door Sales and Bar Service from 3:30pm, unallocated seating
Luna the Loon and her Marvelous Tune Book Launch
Saturday 31 August
1:30 pm, FREE event
GRAND SLAM PRO WRESTLING
Unmissable Wrestling Event at UXBRIDGE!
Saturday 7 September, 7pm
Get ready for an action-packed evening as Impact Pro Wrestling descends upon UXBRIDGE. An unforgettable night of live professional wrestling entertainment for the whole family!
Prepare to be gripped as our skilled wrestler’s line-up for the night. They include the likes of Horus, Spartan, Jake Shehaan, and more. The wrestlers will step into the ring and showcase their unparalleled skills and athleticism. Anticipate a thrilling display of hard-hitting manoeuvres with awe-inspiring high-flying action that will leave you and your family on the edge of your seat. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this epic wrestling event being held right here in your community! Grab your tickets now and experience the heart-pounding action and unparalleled excitement that only Impact Pro Wrestling can deliver.
Great family show (we recommend children to be 10+).
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MEL PARSONS
SABOTAGE TOUR – Thursday 12 September
Critically-acclaimed Mel Parsons released her new album SABOTAGE on June 7 and has also announced a three-date New Zealand tour, before she heads to Canada for a northern hemisphere festival run.
SABOTAGE is Lyttleton-based Mel Parsons’ sixth studio album and fans have already been given a peek of the record, by way of the singles ‘Little Sadness’ and ‘Offer Down’. The album, recorded in Lyttleton at Basement Studio and co-written and produced with Josh Logan, sees a contemplative Parsons skillfully weaving together a tapestry of ethereal and hypnotic soundscapes. The songs are raw, and at times dark – perhaps a reflection of the time in which they started to emerge; written across lockdowns.
DIAMOND MAGIC
A Magical Tribute Show​
Saturday 14 September, 7:30pm
​The show that has it all. Magic and illusions performed to the live music of Neil Diamond.
A STAR STUDDED LINEUP
Magic & Theatre by Felicity Rogers
Illusions & Comedy by Andre Vegas
Accompanied by the music of Neil Diamond performed live by Mark Taipari
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Holiday Film: Peter Rabbit
Thursday 3 October, 11am showing
Tickets $5 (includes free popcorn)
Peter Rabbit and his three sisters Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-Tail enjoy spending their days in Mr McGregor’s vegetable garden. When one of McGregor’s relatives suddenly moves in, he’s less than thrilled to discover a family of rabbits in his new home. A battle of wills soon breaks out as the new owner hatches scheme after scheme to get rid of Peter
Runtime: 95 min
Rated: PG
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Holiday Film: Lilo and Stitch
Thursday 3 October, 11am showing
Tickets $5 (includes free popcorn)
A tale of a young girl’s close encounter with the galaxy’s most wanted extraterrestrial. Lilo is a lonely Hawaiian girl who adopts a small ugly “dog,” whom she names Stitch. Stitch would be the perfect pet if he weren’t in reality a genetic experiment who has escaped from an alien planet and crash-landed on Earth.
Runtime: 85 min
Rated: G
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Tricks ‘n’ Treats Magic Show
with Andre Vegas & company
Saturday 19 October, 2pm & 4pm shows
Tricks ‘n’ Treats Magic Show!
Fun family magic show with Andre Vegas & company
Join Andre, Felicity and young Leonardo for a family fun magic and illusion show suitable for all ages, from Preschoolers to Grandparents!
Tricks ‘n’ Treats Magic show is a fast-paced mix of magic, music, audience participation, live animals, illusions, and PRIZES! Nothing too scary for the little ones. Dress up in your favourite costume and join the fun.
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PAINTING EVENT
Brushes n’ Bubbles: Dreamy Daisies
Thursday 14 November 6:30 – 9pm
This is the third UXBRIDGE Brushes n Bubbles for 2024. Let the good times roll with our Painting Event: Dreamy Daisies!
The best way to spend an evening – letting your imagination flow and your wild garden of daisies burst onto the paper and all whilst sipping on a glass of bubbles.
Siobhan will keep you on track and guide you step by step through the gorgeous world of acrylic painting. Whether you’re a seasoned ‘Vincent Van Gogh’ or a first-time painter, you will have a blast in our ‘Dreamy Daisies’ painting event.
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GIBBS FARM SCULPTURE VISIT
THE MOST AMAZING OPEN-AIR SCULPTURE PARK
Friday 22 November, 10am – 2pm
Join us for a rare opportunity to experience this private art collection on a Gibbs Farm Visit.
Gibbs Farm is a private property open by appointment only, a one-of-a-kind open-air sculpture park. UXBRIDGE is delighted to hold a fundraiser day through a GIbbs Farm Visit and encourage you to witness this incredible place for yourself. There is no entry fee to visit the Farm – all money from ticket sales will go directly towards the UXBRIDGE theatre programme and upgrade.
Gibbs Farm rests on 400 hectares of farmland on the Kaipara Harbour, 47 kilometres north of Auckland. It contains the largest collection of large-scale outdoor sculptures by some of the world’s leading artists, commissioned and curated by Alan Gibbs over the past 25 years.
Info about the Gibbs Farm is available on it’s website.
Please read the Gibbs Farm visitor Terms of Access
PAUL UBANA JONES
LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC AT IT’S BEST!
Saturday 30 November, 7:30pm
Since his 1987 arrival in New Zealand,Paul Ubana Jones has recorded nine albums, been awarded 3.NZ.Music Awards and taken his unique acoustic music and guitar playing to global dimensions.
Touring with such a diverse swag of ‘music royals ‘including: Norah Jones, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo & B.B.King, Bert Jansch, LadySmith, Black Mambasso… and playing at respected festivals in Canada, USA, Switzerland, France and Australia.
Paul still keeps his music vision in perspective and says his calling to music happened when he was aged11 when living in south east London… the journey continues.
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Bar Service from 6:30pm, doors open 7:30pm.