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.
BRUSHES AND BUBBLES
“Prickly Cactus” Painting Event
Thursday 16 May, 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 try to 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 ‘prickly cactus’ 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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Fridays at Twelve
SUPPORTING LOCAL SCHOOLS
Fridays 24 May – 5 July
$5 door sales only, 12noon
Experience the incredible talents of our gifted school musicians. They promise to captivate audiences with a harmonious blend of classical, jazz, and varied musical genres during our secondary school music lunchtime series.
Witness the dedication of both the teachers and students hard work they pour into creating extraordinary music. $5 Door Sales Only
Botany Downs College 24 May
Howick College 31 May
Elim Christian College 7 June
Pakuranga College 14 June
St Kentigern College 21 June
Sancta Maria College 5 July
The Great Magic Circus Show
TWO SHOWS ONLY: 11am OR 2pm
Secure your tickets for one of the Great Magic Circus Shows Saturday 18th of May. Two sensational performances in the intimate setting of the UXBRIDGE theatre ensures a close-up and personal experience.
Enjoy comedic magic and mesmerizing circus acts filled with laughter, interaction, and audience participation. Don’t miss out – grab your tickets now!
Family Show suitable for children aged 3 – 12
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Artist Kōrero
with Coral Noel Yang
Tuesday 21st May, 2 – 3pm
Gallery Café
Join us for a kōrero in the Gallery Café led by exhibiting artist Coral Noel Yang and Centre Director Paul Brobbel. Our conversation will be informed by the themes explored in Tokimeku, currently exhibiting in the Malcolm Smith Gallery. This is a great opportunity for artists, art lovers and the artistically curious alike to engage with contemporary art in an open and friendly environment.
BABE
JULY HOLIDAY FILM SHOWING
Thursday 18 July, 11am.
BABE . 1995 . G . 96m
Gentle farmer Arthur Hoggett wins a piglet named ‘Babe’ at a county fair. Narrowly escaping his fate as Christmas dinner when Farmer Hoggett decides to show him at the next fair, Babe bonds with motherly border collie ‘Fly’ and discovers that he too can herd sheep. But will the other farm animals, including Fly’s jealous husband Rex, accept a pig who doesn’t conform to the farm’s social hierarchy?
TICKETS $5 (ticket includes free popcorn)
The Princess Bride
JULY HOLIDAY FILM SHOWING
Thursday 11 July, 11am.
VOXNOVA
ROMANI & LATIN JAZZ “Fret Salad Concert”
Sunday 21 July, 4pm
Door Sales and Bar Service from 3pm
VoxNova (NewVoice) was formed in 1997 by percussionist Alan MacDonald to perform mainly Vintage Latin Jazz. They include tunes the from fantastic documentary movie Latcho Drom following the journey of the Romani People out of India, across Europe to end up settling in Andalusia and Spain.
Their repertoire for the concert includes: Gitanos (Spanish Romani), Jazz Manouche (French Romani), Catalan (Nuevo Flamenco) as well as Vintage Latin jazz. This music conveys a joyful village-like atmosphere loved by all ages due especially to the Flamenco Rumba rhythm being based on the human heartbeat.
TICKETS on sale now! All unallocated seating
Bar opens preshow 3pm & intermission.
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.
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!