Six to Sixty Choir

EVERY MONDAY NIGHT, 7:00PM

Want to sing your heart out with a whole room of awesome people of all ages singing like no one is listening????

Come to the Globe Theatre every Monday night at 7pm!!! Fleetwood Mac, Wilson Phillips, Dolly P, it’s all fun, care free and all about feeling good and learning some good music! All ages and all abilities. See you there.

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ENTRY: Pay at the door
Adults $10
Children $5

Manawatū Business Chamber

Tariffs, Inflation, What next?

TUESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 5:00PM - 7:00PM

Get the inside track on New Zealand’s economy with Jarrod Kerr, Kiwibank’s Chief Economist. After more than 20 years analysing economies and financial markets around the world — from Sydney and Hong Kong to Singapore and London — Jarrod has earned a reputation for explaining complex trends in a way that’s clear, practical, and relevant to business.

Right now, New Zealand is at a turning point. The Reserve Bank’s hard line on inflation is paying off, and an interest rate cut could be on the horizon this year. Jarrod will unpack what this means for Kiwi businesses, where the pressure points are, and why there’s reason for optimism that brighter times are ahead.

Manawatū Business Chamber

Reserve your spot today—spaces are limited!

Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival and light snacks courtesy of Kiwibank. 

Open to Chamber Members and Kiwibank Customers and their guests.

Free event Register HERE
 

Mayoral Candidate Debate 2025

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17, 6:30PM

The race for the mayor’s seat is on – and you’re invited to hear it straight from the candidates themselves!

6:30pm – 7:30pm: Meet and greet in the foyer – a casual chance to chat with Council candidates over a drink before the debate kicks off.

7:30pm – 8:30pm: The Mayoral Debate will be hosted by two of Palmy’s own MCs who’ll keep things flowing and fun.

Free entry – everyone’s welcome!

This is your chance to get informed, ask questions, and be part of shaping Palmy’s future.

Can’t make it in person? Catch all the action via our livestream on Facebook!

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RETURN TO THE LEOPARD LOUNGE

FRIDAY 19 SEPTEMBER, 8:00PM

The Boom Boom Room Burlesque is back to delight and thrill you with their new revue for one night only!

RETURN TO THE LEOPARD LOUNGE

Let Mr Lola Illusion and the Boom Boom Room Beauties take you back in time to the hippest and swingingest lounge in town! A velvet paradise with a tropical twist!

Starring the hip shaking antics of Hollie Berry and Tequila, the sweet seduction of Sparkles Belvedere and the unforgettable Papillon DeVille! With special guest vocal artists Amy Hunt and Erica Ward.

RETURN TO THE LEOPARD LOUNGE is a fun cocktail of burlesque, comedy, and song.

“It’s a place of rich colour and sparkle… It’s a place that those who dwell there on occasion never want to see disappear.” CARLY THOMAS – MANAWATU STANDARD

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission: $40

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

New Caledonia Film Festival 2025

SATURDAY 20 SEPTEMBER, 7:00PM

The New Caledonia Film Festival returns to Palmerston North!

Join Alliance Française for a one-off screening of New Caledonian award winning short movies.

Evening Schedule:
7–8 pm: get social and discover New Caledonia's food specialties: enjoy a gourmet food tasting and a complimentary glass of wine
8 pm: Screening of award-winning short films from New Caledonia — all with English subtitles

Tickets include:
Food tasting experience
A glass of wine
Film screening
Entry into our surprise gift draw 

Seats are limited, so book early — or bring your friends and book as a group!

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $35
Alliance Française Members $25

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the Globe Theatre box office.

Renée Therése Album Release Concert

SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER, 2PM

Renée Therése is a local country singer and songwriter from Palmerston North. If you’re from Palmy, you’ve probably seen her performing at many key events in our city such as Xmas in Square, NYE in the Square, Relay for Life, and at many pubs and functions in various bands over the past 20 years.

In addition to her cover band work, Renée also writes her own music, and is returning to The Globe Theatre to release her brand new album of original country songs. Bringing her amazing live backing band full of well known local musicians, Renée will perform a mixture of her old and new songs. Her previous album ‘Better With Friends’ spent a few weeks on the NZ top 20 album charts back in 2021, and this is mainly due to the support she received during her last concert at The Globe! Come along to help her do it all over again with her 2025 release!

Check out Renee’s recent song You Problem on Spotify!

The opening act, Sophie Toyne, is a 15 year old country artist from Whanganui. Sophie has won several prominent awards in our country music community, including Gore Gold Guitars, NZCMA Entertainer of the Year and a Tamworth Country Music Festival talent quest where she even beat adults. She’s just released her new album Orange Skies which you can check out on Spotify.

If you like country music, a great live band, epic vocals and original music, get your tickets now to support some of our well known local artists.

Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $25

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Once upon a time ...

Children's Theatre Workshop with Debby Mulholland.

MONDAY 22 - FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 10AM-2PM
Performance FRIDAY 26, 1PM

An invitation for up to 12 children, aged 8 - 12 years old.

Participants will write their own play by adapting a fairytale over five days.
They will then perform for family, friends and the public in the afternoon on the last day.

If your child loves making up stories - this is the workshop for them. We will choose and choreograph a song to add to the story. The children choose their characters, costumes, projections, and music, weaving together a brand new story.

Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $130 for the week

The Pantoloons presents Cinderella

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 11:00AM
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 1:00PM

Glass slippers, royal balls, and a Fairy Godmother who's still on her learner's licence, what could possibly go wrong?

Prince Percy is hopelessly charming (emphasis on hopeless), the Queen is busy approving new royal wave techniques (it's very hard work being a Queen!), the step-sisters are causing chaos in couture, and Buttons has big dreams!

Will true friendship win over fairy-tale romance? Will Buttons dreams come true? And who is behind the kingdom’s mysterious gossip vlog? Packed with music, mischief, and magical mayhem, this is Cinderella with a twist, a tune, and a whole lot of sparkle!

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ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the theatre box office
Admission $17
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office

Women & Business with Aimee Perrett - Untangling the Mystery of Menopause

TUESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER, 5:30PM

We're excited to announce our upcoming event with Aimee Perrett on Tuesday 23 September.

“There is always a way forward.”
This is the belief I live by, and the message I share with every client and audience I meet.

I founded Aimee Perrett Coaching to help people who feel stuck find perspective, regain hope, and reconnect with themselves so they can move forward with confidence."
Menopause is one of those times in life that can leave women feeling unprepared and overwhelmed. Having experienced an unpredictable and challenging perimenopause myself, I immersed myself in both personal exploration and professional training to better understand the changes happening within my body,  and the science behind them.

Now, after more than a decade of lived experience and ongoing certifications, I am on a mission to make menopause knowledge accessible, practical, and empowering. My vision is that every woman feels informed and supported through this transition, and inspired to share that understanding with at least one other person - creating a ripple of awareness, empowerment and critically - empathy.

Women and Business

Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $34 + bf

Alliance Française French Film Night
The Rapture | Le ravissement

FRIDAY 26 September, 7:30PM

Lydia, a midwife highly invested in her career, has completely lost control of her life. Was it due to heartbreak, her best friend Salomé’s pregnancy, or meeting Milos, with whom she could have a potential new relationship? Lydia gets stuck in a spiral of lies in which everyone’s lives are turned upside down.

Join Alliance Française for their monthly French Film Night screening The Rapture by Iris Kaltenbäck

Licensed bar open from 6pm. 
Film will be screened at 7.30pm in French with English subtitles.

Duration: 1hr 37min

Free event, donations welcome.

Find out more about Alliance Française
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Albi & The Wolves

THE FUN-RAISER TOUR

SATURDAY 27 SEPTEMBER, 7:30PM

Are you ready for a rollocking, soul filling, good folkn' time? You simply must not miss the energetic live show that Albi & The Wolves present! A show that’ll get you on your feet and fill you with joy.

The band is hitting the road to fundraise for a European tour in 2026, so you're not only getting to see one of the most fun bands New Zealand has to offer. You are helping them debut there!

Chris Dent, Pascal Roggen, Hannah De Koster and Micheal Young play original songs that are relatable and catchy, dancing on the edge of what could be considered folk. Intricate arrangements are filled with harmony, soaring violin, and most of all. Joy.

So, come join the Wolfpack and help the team make the dream a reality.

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $32
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office.

The Comedy Hub presents Sing It WRONG

SATURDAY 27 SEPTEMBER, 8:00PM

Jayda McIndoe (Winner: Best Joke, 2023 Comedy Hub Awards) leads a night of original parody songs and stand-up comedy - Laugh along, as we take a song and Sing It Wrong.

“It has comedy to get me laughing, songs to entertain me and a bevy of local talent to sample. What’s not to love?” – Art Murmurs, NZ

The acts have written these parodies themselves especially for the night! Hear lyrics that make you laugh until your sides hurt and if you want to, sing along.

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $15
Comedy Hub Members $10
Student with ID $5

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Sunday Matinee Series presents Chris Dann & Friends

SUNDAY 28 SEPTEMBER, 2.30PM

Outstanding New Zealand jazz pianist Chris Dann returns by popular demand to lead a trio of piano, bass and drums in a concert featuring classical themes performed in a jazz format.

Chris is an accomplished pianist and teacher performing Jazz, Classical, and Contemporary music; specialising in Classical-Jazz improvisation.

The concert begins at 2.30pm.

Admission by donation, suggested $5

Sound Immersion with Featherlight Magicks

SUNDAY 28 SEPTEMBER, 6:30PM START

A magical evening with the ethereal sounds of quartz crystal singing bowls. A step out of time to focus on self-care ‘Intentional Rest and Relaxation’.

Come and meet Jodi, a crystal singing bowl practitioner who has been playing quartz crystal singing bowls (and assorted crystal instruments) since 2019. Allow her to share the vibration and resonance of their voices to facilitate rest and ease, the power to transform, and to uplift your spirit.

Please bring with you:
- A yoga mat or equivalent, floor cushions, gravity chair, blankets, pillows, cushions to make a warm and comfortable cocoon, as you will be laying down or sitting on a hard wooden floor.
- Any special taonga, crystals, essential oils, drink bottle, journal to aid in your experience.

Kaupapa:
- The evening's focus is about *Intentional Rest and Relaxation* - leave your cares behind as you enter the whare.
- Shoes off - there will be an area set aside in the room for shoes.
- We are in Globe 2 and the doors will be open at 6.10pm.
- Choose a spot and settle in before 6.25pm.
- Short mihi whakatau, housekeeping items. Sound immersion 45mins.
- Interval break: stretch, make a cuppa (herbal teas and dark chocolate provided) in the foyer.
- Resettle - sound immersion 45mins to 1hr.
- Closing karakia (8.30pm).

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A SEATED EVENT

6.10pm Doors
6:25pm No late comers
6:30pm Start

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office 
Admission $25

Globe Theatre 2025 AGM

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 29, 5:30PM

Please RSVP to info@globetheatre.co.nz for catering purposes by Friday September 26th otherwise you don't get any pizza 

High School Musical JR

Wednesday, October 1, 6:00PM
Thursday, October 2, 1:00PM
Thursday, October 2, 6:00PM
Friday, October 3, 1:00PM
Friday, October 3, 6:00PM
Saturday, October 4, 1:00PM

Six to Sixty Musical Theatre proudly presents Disney's High School Musical JR!

Join us this October 1st-4th for SIX unforgettable performances of this smash hit stage adaption of the beloved Disney Movie!

Featuring a talented cast of over 60 young performers, this high energy production will have you dancing in your seat to favourites like "We're all in this together", "Bop to the top", and "Breaking free". Perfect for the whole family, this upbeat and heartwarming show celebrates friendship, self-expression, and he power of teamwork.

Understudy night is on Thursday October 2nd 6pm!

With Vibrant choreography, catchy tunes and a whole lot of Wildcat spirit, High School Musical JR is going to be one not to miss! Come and get your tickets now!!!
We're all in this together!"

Proudly supported by Palmerston North Creative Communities.

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $17
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office

Musical Madness!

FRIDAY OCTOBER 3, 7:30PM

Musical Madness is coming to Palmy Drag Fest!

Calling all musical theatre lovers, Broadway belters, and shower singers — this is your night to shine! Join us on Friday 3rd October, 7:30PM at the Globe Theatre for a fabulous dance party where every song is a showstopper.

Hosted by drag superstar DJ Kita Mean, we’re turning the drama all the way up and spinning nothing but musical bangers all night long. From Wicked to Chicago, Mamma Mia to Heathers — if you can sing it, we’ll play it!

Find out more about Palmy Drag Fest
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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre Box Office. 
Admission $37
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office

Inspire Me Talk Show 4

SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 3:00PM

That time again to get ready for your favourite show. Register by scanning the QR code on the image to the left or click on the link below. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Come for laughs, inspiration, entertainment, socialise and to learn something new.

Click HERE for more information.

ENTRY:
Admission $10
Family $30

Vatu Dei - Album launch concert

THURSDAY 9 OCTOBER, 7PM

As proud recipients of the 2025 Pasifika Artist in Residence for Palmerston North, Vatu Dei will release their debut album and present a flagship live concert, which will be a centrepiece of Fijian Language Week 2025 in Palmerston North on 9th October at the Globe Theatre.

Vatu Dei, meaning ‘Steadfast Rock,’ is a collective of talented Fijian artists who celebrate Fijian culture through meke, a traditional form of Fijian song and dance. Vatu Dei uses chants, harmonies, spoken word, and contemporary performance to tell the stories of Fijian legends, love, indigenous history, and everyday life.

Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $22.

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Swamp City Big Band

FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER, 7:30PM

Swamp City Big Band” was formed by Neville Lauridsen 9 years ago. It is made up from some great musicians in Palmerston North and surrounding areas that have a passion for the “Big Band” sound.

Swamp City Concerts are filled with a great variety of music and fun. The ensemble sound is tight with solo’s and vocalist capturing the audience. When Swamp City Big Band plays we can guarantee you will be in for great evening.

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $27
Group 5+ $22

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available at the Globe Theatre box office.

Corps De Burlesque Graduate Showcase

SATURDAY OCTOBER 11, 7:30PM

Corps de Burlesque ~ School of Seduction is Palmerston North's premiere boutique dance studio for adults. We are proud to present our final Graduate Showcase for 2025, an amazing opportunity for our students to bring their unique energy to the stage. Prepare to be enticed and enthralled by a selection of solo and troupe burlesque, swing dance and more! Come along and support local artists and celebrate an evening of burlesque where we indulge in old world glamour with a touch of tease.

R18 Event

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ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the theatre box office
Admission $32
Palmy Companion card tickets available from the Globe Theatre Box Office

Alliance Francaise present Le Malade Imaginaire
Theatre Performance by Les Incompressibles

SUNDAY 12 OCTOBER, 4:00PM

The New Caledonian theatre group Les Incompressibles, will be performing in New Zealand in October with a playful reinterpretation of Molière’s classic Le Malade Imaginaire.

Lucie Dorio and Sam Kagy, two actresses from New Caledonia are performing the timeless comedy with their own vibrant energy, surprises, and a generous dose of improvisation.

Synopsis: Two actresses, running late, arrive to perform Le Malade Imaginaire. In their haste, one of them forgets the costumes and props. Not wanting to cancel the performance, they rise to the challenge of performing without costumes and proper props, using all means at their disposal to make it work.

Many thanks to our sponsors and partners for their support: The French Institute, The French Embassy, The Government of New Caledonia, CREIPAC, The French Ministry of Culture, The Federation of French Alliances in New Zealand.

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $20
Alliance Francaise Members $10
Children (under 12) $10

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Chamber Music NZ - Four Last Songs

SUNDAY 12 OCTOBER, 4:00PM

Composed in the year before his passing, the Four Last Songs are held by many to be Richard Strauss’ most beautiful, sensuous, and moving composition. They are songs of farewell and of gentle heartbreak. The words of the final song, Im Abendrot, speak of an elderly couple walking hand in hand, at rest from their wanderings, away from life. The final verse:
O weiter, stiller Friede! O vast and silent peace!
So tief im Abendrot So deep in sunset glow,
Wie sind wir wandermüde- How weary we are with wandering-
Ist dies etwa der Tod? Could this perhaps be death?

For this special premier performance, Salina Fisher has arranged the Four Last Songs for NZTrio and celebrated Australian soprano Emma Pearson.

ARTISTS
Somi Kim Piano
Matthias Balzat Cello
Amalia Hall Violin
Emma Pearson Soprano

PROGRAMME
Elena Kats-Chernin The Spirit and the Maiden
Salina Fisher Kintsugi
Amy Beach 2 Songs Op. 100 A Mirage and Stella Viatoris
Sergei Rachmaninoff Vocalise
Richard Strauss (arr. Salina Fisher) Four Last Songs (Vier letze Lieder) TrV 296

This concert is c. 90 minutes with a 20-minute interval

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ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $58
Concession $55
Student (with ID) $17
Child (Under 17 years) $17
Palmy Companion Card tickets available. Please contact the Globe Theatre box office.

Try Music Showcase

FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER, 6:00PM

Join us for our annual Try Music Student Showcase!

This exciting event celebrates our students' hard work and progress as they perform live for friends, family, and the community.

Guided by their dedicated tutors, Johnny Robert and Cody Kivell, our young aspiring musicians will take the stage for both solo and group performances, sharing their favorite pieces and showcasing their unique musical journeys.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to support these budding artists, build confidence, and enjoy a night of inspiring music.

Don’t miss out on an evening filled with energy, creativity, and a shared passion for music!

Find out more about Try Music
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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $12.50

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the Globe Theatre box office

Rory Lowe - New Zealand Tour

FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER, 8PM

Fresh from sold-out tours across Australia and Asia—and with his first comedy special about to be filmed—Rory hits NZ for the very first time with an hour of wild stories, razor-sharp crowd work, and unfiltered laughs.

From getting arrested for terrorism, to snitching on a meth head, to getting married and failing miserably at quitting the party life, Rory’s real-life tales are as ridiculous as they are hilarious. Expect raw, real, and unpredictable comedy from one of the most exciting voices in stand-up today.

Critics and audiences can’t get enough. With over 2.2 million YouTube subscribers as part of YeahMad, 475K TikTok followers, and a reputation for high-energy, off-the-wall shows, Rory Lowe is ready to take New Zealand by storm.

One man, one mic, and an hour of absolute mayhem—get ready for Rory Lowe unleashed.

Find out more about Rory Lowe
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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $32

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Miss Pole Dance New Zealand 2025

SATURDAY OCTOBER 18, 7:00PM

The Ballet School Dropouts are proud to present Miss Pole Dance New Zealand. We have selected the most elite dancers from across Aotearoa to battle it out for the title, only the best will take home the crown. Join us for one night of jaw dropping talent and mind blowing entertainment, topped off with performances by local stars and international guests.

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ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the theatre box office
Admission $63
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the Globe Theatre Box Office

Sunday Matinee Series presents Musica Viva Young Performers Showcase

SUNDAY 19 OCTOBER, 2.30PM

Musica Viva Manawatu, in association with the Palmerston North Rotary Club, has since 1985 run an annual competition for young people in which the best of Manawatu's young concert pianists, instrumentalists and singers compete for Young Performers Scholarships. It has been a  foundation for the music careers of a number of national and international concert performers. 

The Sunday Matinee October 19 concert will be a showcase of the 2025 finalists, demonstrating the depth of talent there is in the local music community.

The concert begins at 2.30pm.

Admission by donation, suggested $5

Raybon Kan - Raybonanza 31st Anniversary Gold Album Tour

A stand-up show 31 years in the making.

THURSDAY 23 OCTOBER, 7:00PM

Award-winning comic Raybon Kan celebrates his 31st anniversary in stand-up with his greatest hits show Raybonanza.

A must-see eras tour of bangers — his finest, sparkling, barrel-aged, perfectly mature immaturity. Full-body laughs, complex after-taste and a feast for thought. Not to be missed.

The original Asian at my Table is back at your table and this time he’s even more Asian.

(Asian-ness may vary. Table not included.)

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Tickets available HERE and from the Globe Theatre Box Office
Admission $37
Concession $32
Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Legato Vocals Showcase

SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER, 6:00PM

Legato Vocals’ students are taking the stage to share their progress and passion for singing. From beginners finding their voice to experienced performers refining their craft, you’ll see talent of all ages, stages, and ranges.

Join us for an evening of music, courage, and celebration as our students get up, give it a go, and create something truly special.

We’d love to see you there supporting our local voices! 

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Tickets available HERE or from the Globe Theatre box office
Admission $11

Palmy Companion Card Tickets available from the theatre box office.

Andrew Fagan – Passage Of Time Solo Tour

TUESDAY 18 NOVEMBER, 7:30PM

Andrew Fagan - iconic New Zealand solo sailor, songwriter, and frontman of legendary Kiwi band The Mockers - hits the road in November with a 20-date nationwide tour: Passage Of Time – Solo Songs and Stories from a Swirly World.

Picking up from his acclaimed 2024 bestselling book Swirly World: Lost at Sea, the Passage Of Time tour dives even deeper into Fagan’s thrilling and unconventional world.

The show is a unique blend of spoken word, storytelling, and intimate live music, as Fagan shares tales from his sailing and music adventures, interwoven with songs spanning his entire career – from band classics to his prolific solo catalogue.

Expect the unexpected!

ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the Globe Theatre box office.
Admission $52
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office.

Darren Watson Sings John Hiatt

SATURDAY DECEMBER 6, 7:30PM

Don’t miss Darren Watson's first live performance in the Manawatu region in almost half a decade! Tickets are strictly limited so book early to avoid disappointment!

Enjoy an amazing evening with legendary blues artist Darren Watson. Darren is a seasoned singer-songwriter and blues musician with over three decades of experience in the music industry. He’s built a reputation for his authentic blues sound, combining traditional influences with contemporary themes. His music is characterized by thoughtful lyrics, skilled guitar work, and a voice that carries both grit and soul.

With Darren for his Globe appearance will be stellar double bassist Steve Moodie (King Leo), and once blues wunderkind but still ‘wunderful’ guitarist Chris Armour (The Tempests, Oscar LaDell, King Leo).

Darren first gained recognition in the 1980s as the leader and frontman of the New Zealand band Chicago Smoke Shop. Since then, he has pursued a successful solo career, releasing a series of well-received albums. His 2020 album, Getting Sober for the End of the World, was widely praised for its sharp social commentary and musical craftsmanship, earning airplay and accolades both locally and internationally. It saw Darren nominated as a finalist for the 2021 Aotearoa Music Award for Best Folk Artist.

Watson's new album 'Darren Watson Sings John Hiatt' is due for release in November 2025.

“If Ry Cooder had a long-lost New Zealand cousin, it would be Darren Watson." Tami Neilson
"So few notes, so much music!” Nick Bollinger (Radio New Zealand)

Find out more about Darren Watson
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ENTRY: Tickets available HERE and from the Globe Theatre Box Office
Admission $37
Palmy Companion Card tickets available from the theatre box office