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Entertainment! Everything After the Hero’s Journey Now – July 18, times vary, Q Theatre, 305 Queen St, Auckland City A new play by the award-winning Shane Bosher tells the story of the heroic efforts of characters facing a pandemic that may have begun decades ago, but still plagues the world - HIV/AIDS. Inspired by the documentaries, How to Survive a Plague and We Were Here, this show examines the human desire to survive and thrive. Details via www. qtheatre.co.nz.
Slow Wonder Now – November 21, Auckland Art Gallery, Wellesley St East, Auckland City Although we often overlook its importance, without light we can perceive nothing. In this exhibition, Bill Culbert negotiates how light, and its absence, impact on our experience of everyday life. Further information via www.aucklandartgallery.com.
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Mauri Tau Now — July 18, session times vary, Silo Theatre, 283 Karangahape Rd, Auckland City A ‘star-studded’ cast of Maori artists present stories about the nine whetu (stars) that make up the Matariki constellation in this audio play, written and directed by Scotty Cotter. Details via www. silotheatre.co.nz.
Elevenses with Morning tea July 6, from 10am, Off Broadway Theatre, Elliott Street, Papakura; July 9, from 10am, Pukekohe East Hall, Runciman Road, Pukekohe – bookings essential If there’s one thing music lovers should be making a song and dance about it’s the upcoming Elevenses concerts with a delicious morning tea in Papakura and in Pukekohe. Led by the amazing jazz and cabaret singer, Lisa Lorrell, Elevenses includes a wide range of music favourites and genres across the decades. A not-to-be-missed morning of musical theatre. To book call Lisa: 021 541 511 or Anne: 09 232 6588; email: lisalorrell@outlook.com. Details via www.lisalorrell.net. www.southmagazine.co.nz
