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Final 18.03.2023

Piano Competition

Musicians Aged Under 25 nationalconcertocompetition.co.nz

Douglas Lilburn Auditorium

Christchurch Town Hall

Symphony Orchestra and conducted

ECan Activation

Artists Nick Lowry and Dr Suits

Date January 2023

Location Environment Canterbury, St Asaph Street, Central Christchurch watchthisspace.org.nz/artwork/1067

In the space of a few short months, the St Asaph Street side of the Environment Canterbury site has been transformed – from a battered and pockmarked car park to a bright, vibrant setting that encourages both physical activity and creativity! At the eastern end of the lot, the plain substation has been painted with a striking mural by Nick Lowry – fragmented and sweeping sections reveal a range of references to native bird and plant life. With bright colours heightened by swathes of black, the whole work is serene yet energetic. Directly in front of Lowry’s mural, painted on the ground of the half basketball court, Dr Suits’ geometric mural encourages play – the linear block work of blue, pink, black, and white suggests movement, like a humming test pattern. The lively pair of works are joined by a familiar sight just metres away: six giant spray cans relocated from their former home on the corner of Manchester and Lichfield Streets add another layer of potential to the newly activated environment.

Explore more of Ōtautahi’s urban art on a Watch This Space guided street art tour! Email tours@watchthisspace.org.nz for booking information.

Proud City

Christchurch Pride returns for 2023. After a super successful 2022, this festival of diversity is again set to bring colour to the city. Christchurch Pride Week includes a range of events and pop-ups, and they team up with a range of local businesses. It runs from 10–19 March, and you can find the programme online. chchpride.co.nz

Glass House

Cook Me Colour

Arrowtown-based Biroix has just dropped a hot range of cast iron pans. Known for its Dutch ovens, this set of colourful cookware can be taken from the stove to the oven with ease and is designed to last a lifetime. The gloss enamel coating comes in four bold colours, sure to bring fun into the kitchen. biroix.co.nz

Working magic with glass, Austrian-born Christchurch-based artist Jinx is the woman behind Magpie Castle. Trading painting for glass artistry in 2018, she specialises in stained glass, and creates everything from earrings and rings to wall art, kaleidoscopes, and hanging ornaments. Jinx does the market and festival rounds, and she’s a regular attendee at Ferrymead’s Nostalgia festival. On top of her own unique designs (like the rainbows pictured), Jinx takes commissions for custom pieces upon request. Say hello to her next time you are at one of Ōtautahi’s local markets or festivals; she’s friendly!

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Turn Me

For some things, simple is best, but even simple can be made better. The turntable experts at Pro-Ject Audio Systems have almost reinvented the wheel. They have taken their most popular turntable design and refined it all over. From the improved motor to the more balanced stand, better damping, and the carbon fibre tone arm, not one aspect has been neglected, not one beat missed. Along with the improved audio and technical quality, the colour range has been expanded. All turntables are still handmade in the European Union. homeofmood.co.nz

Tee Time

This 100 per cent cotton tee from Auckland-based Checks Downtown, titled the Shopfront Tee is an ode to their store on Pitt Street, off Karangahape Road. An original print by artist Olivia Edginton depicts the shopfront alongside colourful cartoon characters of the people of central Auckland. Find it at Indigo and Provisions. indigoandprovisions.com

Wrapped

Based out of San Francisco, Baggu has a legacy of sustainability since launching a range of reusable bags in 2007 with an aim to end the dominance of single-use plastic bags. Now the brand has a diverse range of products, from pillowcases to socks and slippers, including the lavender and forest green Happy bath towel pictured. This soft and fluffy reversible 100 per cent organic cotton towel is sure to bring a bit of happiness to the bathroom. This colourful design is also available in marigold and in hand towel sizes as well as pillowcases. The Tannery’s Uncommon store in Woolston sells several pieces in the Baggu range. uncommonshop.co.nz

Date Night

Patch It

This funky little rainbow patch by Christchurchbased maker Embroider with Bee is perfect for adding colour to your outfits, bags, or anything you want to patch to brighten up everyone’s day. Don’t fret if sewing is not your speciality, they come with a guide and care instructions, and thread is included.

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Mason Margiela’s Replica Date Night is inspired by a magical date on a late summer evening in Provence, France, basked in the golden hour light. This fragrance, with notes of Blackcurrant liquor accord, bergamot oil, Isparta rose petal essence, and patchouli essence, captures the fruitiness of sun-soaked ripe grapes and wild roses on the air. It’s a scent to fall in love to while sharing a bottle of wine. Like all Mason Margiela Replica scents, it’s gender-neutral, with this one perfect for all seasons and times of the day. Schedule that date night now! meccabeauty.co.nz

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National Concerto Competition

This is your chance to experience an example of some of Aotearoa’s greatest emerging musical talent as the country’s best young pianists go head-to-head at the 55th National Concerto Competition Final. Feel the artistry come alive as three exceptional finalists perform solo concertos with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Northey. Who’ll win the career-launching $10,000 first prize? Will it be Madeleine Xiao, Henry Meng, or Yuzhang Wu? They’ll be delighting local audiences for one night only at the Douglas Lilburn Auditorium.

18 March, Douglas Lilburn Auditorium nationalconcertocompetition.co.nz 18 21 3 11 17 19

Breaking Plates

From the mind of Costa Kerdemelidis, many will know him as ‘Mr Santorini’ of pre-quake haunt Santorini’s, comes Breaking Plates the Musical. 12 years in the making, Breaking Plates is a compassionate and heartfelt musical based on true events and experiences with immigrant families over his years as a restaurateur and touches on sensitive issues such as religion, gender, and cultural integration.

3–11 March, The Piano breakingplatesthemusical.com

Christchurch Art Show

The Christchurch Art Show is back for 2023! The opening night (17 March, 7.30pm) is an exclusive preview of the show that offers the first opportunity to view and buy artwork. Show days are Saturday, 18 March, 10am–8pm, and Sunday, 10am–5pm. A diverse variety of artwork is showcased by established and emergent artists. This art show has “Art for Everyone!” Tickets available online.

17–19 March, Te Pae Convention Centre chchartshow.co.nz

Jetlagged And Jolly

The UK’s biggest comic and master of physical comedy Michael McIntyre returns to Christchurch with his brand-new show Jetlagged and Jolly. His stand-up set will take a look at the chaos of the last couple of years, leaving us with aching bellies and a smile on our faces. His last tours have been sell-out events, so don’t sleep on getting your tickets to this fantastic show!

21 March, Christchurch Arena venuesotautahi.co.nz

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Fungi Future

Based on the eponymous video game, this series communicates grit and emotion that I haven’t seen in a tv show of its genre. The Last of Us (Neon) cleverly tells the story of Ellie and Joel and their journey in the postapocalyptic US. You might expect just horror and action, but it is a human tale perfectly portrayed by Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey (of Game of Thrones fame).

Eye On Canterbury

Christchurch, a city of change. Ōtautahi Christchurch Architecture: A Walking Guide captures gems that even the most dedicated local mightn’t know existed. With comprehensive synopses from John Walsh and beautiful imagery by Patrick Reynolds, this pocket guide offers perfect daily excursions to rediscover the Garden City.

Haha History

Diane Morgan is one of those unique comedy talents that only come around every so often. Her intelligence and wit make her return to her iconic character Philomena Cunk so belly-achingly entertaining. Cunk on Earth (Netflix) is a comedic take on the total history of humanity. Though satirical throughout, you’ll be surprised how much you actually learn.

Unexpected Sensitivity

To many, Pamela Anderson was nothing more than a slow-motion runner and a Playboy model, but Pamela, a Love Story, a new documentary on Netflix, reveals an exceptionally intelligent and emotionally diverse woman that the media often didn’t portray. This is a tale of star-crossed lovers, contradictions, theft, a longawaited redemption opportunity, and an undying will to do good. An unexpected tearjerker.