Former Blams bassist Tim Mahon hits town with The Great Kerfuffle
Tim Mahon and his band The Great Kerfuffle are on the road to promote the new album ‘The Great Kerfuffle’, playing Taupō’s Rosemary’s on Friday, June 12.
Taupō Art Trail attracts good numbers
The annual Taupō Art Connection held over King's Birthday Weekend attracted good numbers.
Third strings collaboration builds playing numbers
A collaboration on Sunday, June 7 helping young string players get experience playing in a group will be the third such event in three years.
High School Musical treads Tauhara’s boards
The much-loved story of High School Musical will be top billing at Tauhara College in early June.
New arts funds a welcome support for artists
Three new arts funds announced by Geyser Community Foundation are a welcome addition to other sources of grants for local artists, says Creative Taupō chair Toni Sullivan.
Boom Boom and friends
Boom Boom – the dinosaur sculpture by Gregor Kregar – whose installation in Riverside Park blew up into widespread media coverage has celebrated its first birthday.
Celtic Strings promise ‘intoxicating verve’ and free workshop
June’s midday concert – again a midevening performance – promises both a performer of widespread acclaim and opportunity to attend a Celtic music workshop.
Latest Creative New Zealand newsletter
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Inishmaan comedy comes from actors playing it straight
The next Centrestage production is a comedy that will still make you stop and t'ink.
Community Kōrero
The latest Community Kōrero from the Taupō District Council includes an update on the March community funding round and various other items that will be of interest to creatives.
Act2 presents Legally Blonde JR.
The latest offering by Act2 Visual and Performing Arts School features an enthusiastic cast who look to be enjoying themselves.
Passionate about the power of song
The May Midday Concert Series presents Paul Saker-Norrish, a Wellington-based singer/songwriter/guitarist, passionate about the power of song to change our states and thus change the world.
Recycle-o-Saurus roars into Taupō Museum
A new, dino‑themed exhibition made from recycled materials is set to delight visitors at Taupō Museum these school holidays.
Change in arts coordinator at Creative Taupō
Creative Taupō, the trust set up to deliver on arts priorities in the district through a strategic partnership arrangement with the Taupō District Council, has had a change of arts coordinator.
Winter Fest gets some sizzle
The Malcolm Flowers Insurance Taupō Winter Festival will remain the hottest show in town over the winter months thanks to an influx of new sponsors.
Journey to open new cinema finally realised
It’s been a journey for owners Tammy and Charlie Prince but this Saturday, Taupō’s Starlight Cinema is back – with seven different options on offer.
Centre Stage auditioning ‘The Cripple of Inishmaan’
On Sunday (March 29) afternoon, director Nigel Vanner will be looking to begin sorting a cast for the Martin McDonagh black comedy ‘The Cripple of Inishmaan’.
Review: The Cmplte wrks of Shakespear
Shall I compare thee to a Shakespeare play? Thou art more lively and more contemporary… Centre Stage’s production of ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged and revised)’ is a sprint through the Bard of Avon’s body of works with a particular focus on a couple of his greatest hits. Don’t worry about the 154 … Continued
Bringing back the music
Tūrangi’s Reti Hedley and Waikato musician Moetu Smith are pushing the boundaries of paoro taonga – traditional Māori music and instruments.
Flights of Fancy a not so common exhibition
There may be plenty of artworks by Taupō author and illustrator Donovan Bixley on people’s bookshelves but perhaps not so many hanging on walls.
TDC’s community funds are now open
The Taupō District Council's early 2026 funding dates are open now. Don't leave it until the last minute to submit your application.
Music in the Botanical Gardens
Now into its ninth occurrence, Music in the Gardens will this year again promise a variety of performances by local music groups and nature activities for children organised by Kids Greening Taupō and the Taupō Community Gardens.
Theatre build’s exciting conclusion
Owners Tamasin and Charlie Prince are busy overseeing the finishing touches to the replacement cinema on Oruanui St, with late March touted as a possible opening date.
Big Bike Film Night – a show for cycling fanatics
Marking its 12th year, The Big Bike Film Night 2026 is set to ignite the passion of cycling enthusiasts in Taupō on Wednesday March 11, 2026.
A chaotic romp through the works of the bard
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged and revised)’ is described as a chaotic romp through the works of Shakespeare – his comedies, tragedies, histories and sonnets, using sports games, fight scenes, singing and some interpretive dance to get the audience to the end in time.
Hot Tub at Lava Glass
Local funk and soul band Hot Tub are once again aiming to soothe competitors’ tired muscles or supporters’ vocal cords with some cool music the day after the Taupō Ironman.
Passione – passionate about chamber music
This year’s Midday Concert Series begins on the auspicious Friday, March 13 but don’t expect to hear the screeching stabs of Bernard Herrmann’s score for ‘Psycho’.
Festival feels the winter chill
The Malcolm Flowers Winter Festival won’t be put on ice but the popular event, like many others, is facing some hard economic choices.
Free capability-building workshops for not-for-profit groups
The Taupō District Council Community Development team is excited to be offering two free capability-building workshops.
Rūamoko Restless Land
As part of the Rūaumoko: Restless Land exhibition, Taupō Museum & Civil Defence Taupō are hosting a series of free (for locals) interactive workshops exploring earthquakes, volcanoes, and how we can be better prepared for natural hazards in our region.
Kinstock aims to keep supporting local music acts
Kinstock organiser Belinda Walker is buzzing at the talent she managed to attract this year and the numbers in attendance at the Sunday afternoon music festival.
Dancers post promising results in ADPA exams
Young dancers from Dance Central have attained some top results in the Asia Pacific Dance Association (APDA) exams.