T H A T ’S
Entertainment!
Aucklanders from the South side have plenty of options when it comes to entertainment, whether in our region, nearby or online. SOUTH has prepared this quick guide of our picks of what’s to see and do this month.
PLEASE NOTE: information regarding times & dates of these events was correct at the time this issue went to print. However, due to the pandemic, events may be postponed or cancelled. In some cases, tickets may be limited or social distancing measures employed as appropriate. Readers are advised to check events online for updates.
Joanna Fieldes – Greener Pastures Now – September 13, Wed-Thurs, 11am-5pm & Fri-Sun, 11am-6pm, artHAUS Orakei, 228 Orakei Road, Remuera Art is back in the ‘haus’! Although operating at reduced hours, artHAUS is open and, until September 13, showcasing the works of an intriguing painter, Papakura’s Joanna Fieldes. Displaying history, as seen through the eyes of an artist, Joanna’s work has gained plenty of acclaim, as well as ruffling a few feathers along the way. See www.arthauso.org or www.joannafieldes.co.nz for details. And, to read our profile about Joanna, see our Jan 2020 e-edition, via www.southmagazine.co.nz.
Art of War Now – November 28, Papakura Museum, 209 Great South Road, Papakura War is an ugly business. And yet, humanity when at its worst can reveal a deeper, truer beauty than pretty pictures ever could. Featuring paintings and sketches by war artists from the 19th-21st centuries, this exhibition is sure to prove both heart-wrenching and thought provoking. www.southmagazine.co.nz
Photo Wayne Martin
Franklin Arts Festival Pop Up Art Show Now – October 8, Franklin Arts Centre, 12 Massey Avenue, Pukekohe You can’t keep a good festival down! Although this year’s annual Franklin Arts Festival may be on a smaller scale than usual, the show will go on. Featuring work, across a range of media, by local artists and some from further afield, this year’s exhibition is again expected to impress, reminding us that art shines on, especially during dark times. Visit www.facebook.com/FranklinArtsCentre for details.
Off Broadway Big Band September 26 (supper dance) & 27 (concert and afternoon tea), times vary, Off Broadway Theatre, 41 Elliot Street, Papakura No matter the cost, it’s likely the ‘Price’ will be right during a performance that’s right (R)on key. Featuring vocalists Ron Price and the talented Lisa Lorrell, backed by the Off Broadway Big Band, this show will take audiences back to a time when brass was as good as gold. More information via www.ptc.org.nz. south | september 2020 | 7
