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5 – 24 FEBFree in Aotea Square

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Ora We hope you’ve had a great time at our big backyard party in

Aotea Square over December and January. With the final month of summer just around the corner we still have plenty more live music, theatre and dance for you to enjoy.

In February, there will be everything from classical music by the APO Young Achievers to metal in te reo Māori, tips and tricks to pick up at gardening workshops, games and shows the whole family can enjoy, and much more.

Grab a drink before a show at our bar in Aotea Square, and celebrate as Auckland Fringe comes back to the arts precinct.

We’d love to hear your thoughts about Auckland Live Summer in the Square. Tell us what you enjoyed or what you’d like to see in Aotea Square, by emailing us at [email protected]. Karere whakatau

Ko te tūmanako kua pārekareka ki a koe tā tātou whakangahau nui ki te papa o Aotea i te Hakihea me te Kohitātea. I te marama whakamutunga o te raumati e tata mai nei, he nui tonu te pūoru matawā, te whakaari me te kanikani hei whakangahau i a koe.

Hei tēnei marama he nui ngā hua ka hora, mai i te pūoru inamata a te Kāhui Whetū Maiangi o APO ki te pūoru mētara reo Māori, ā, tae atu hoki ki ētahi kēmu me ētahi tohutohu āwhina i ngā awheawhe māra, ki ētahi whakaaturanga hei whakangahau i te whānau whānui, ā, me te maha noa atu.

Tonoa he inu tōmua i tētahi whakaaturanga i te takiwā, inā rā, ko te Taiopenga Tua-Auraki o Tāmaki ka tau anō ki te papa o Aotea, tae rā anō ki te tatūnga mai o te Taiopenga Toi o Tāmaki.

E tonoa ana ō koutou whakaaro ki te kaupapa nei. Whākina mai he aha tā koutou e pīrangi nei hei kitenga ki te papa o Aotea haere ake nei. Īmēra mai ki [email protected].

Robbie MacraeDirector, Auckland Live

Aotea Square is located in the city centre adjacent to the Auckland Town Hall (301 – 317 Queen Street) and Aotea Centre. For directions visit aucklandlive.co.nz/venue/aotea-square

Contents4 Music Lineup

7 K-Pop Night Hot Brown Honey Bloc Party One Million Stars Freshmans Crew

8 Family Activities

9 APO Young Achievers

10 February Calendar

13 Thanks

14 Auckland Fringe Lineup

15 Rushes Spirit House

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DJ Linda T.Mon 6 Feb, 12pm

D.A.N.C.E. Art Club artist collective member Tuafale Tanoa’I (aka Linda T.) enjoys seeing people groove to local contemporary Māori and Pacific sounds and jazz.

Alien WeaponrySun 5 Feb, 12.30pm

Teenage thrash metal band Alien Weaponry surprises audiences on many levels. Performed in English and te reo Māori, their songs are complex and highly political.

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Our Music LineupMatthew Crawley has been involved in almost every aspect of the New Zealand music industry over the past 15 years, and has handpicked another great lineup.

Very Tall StoriesFri 10 Feb, 12.30pm

What began as a bedroom project for Tom Everett (Kolab) has since expanded into a fully-fledged future-soul band, complete with live horns and percussion.

Ben SalterSun 12 Feb, 12.30pm

Ben Salter has a penchant for the melodic mixed with the esoteric, and has performed/toured with artists such as Cat Power, Counting Crows and more.

WCBSat 11 Feb, 12.30pm

Will Cooper Barling combines his melodic vocal style to bring old school R&B into the modern day as indie electro-pop, with trip-hop undertones.

WuKong the Monkey KingThu 9 Feb, 12.30pm

Singing in Mandarin and English, this band is influenced by post-rock, punk and psychedelia, through to jazz, funk, hip hop and soul!

WOMBWed 8 Feb, 12.30pm

Dreamy folk music that gets under your skin and into your subconscious.

DJ King G.Tue 7 Feb, 12pm

Greg Smith is a producer and DJ. His selections are varied and eclectic.

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WAI.TAIFri 17 Feb, 12.30pm

WAI.TAI is a collective of musicians from across the country, performing songs in both te reo Māori and English, fused with world music.

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DJ CoryscoMon 13 Feb, 12pm

DJ Corysco’s roots lie in Brazil, but he’s lived everywhere in the world! Los Angeles made him fall in love with hip-hop, and Paris broadened his horizons.

TweedWed 15 Feb, 12.30pm

An alternative folk trio with a distinctive style of catchy melodies, poly-rhythms and tight-knit, complex vocal harmonies reminiscent of The Beach Boys and Joni Mitchell.

Kendall EliseThu 16 Feb, 12.30pm

Alt-country/folk darling Kendall Elise has a breathtakingly beautiful voice that is offset by her often dark and personal lyrics.

Courtney Sina MeredithTue 14 Feb, 12.30pm

A poet, playwright, fiction writer and musician who describes her writing as a discussion of urban life with an underlying Pacific politique.

Motte and New DawnSat 18 Feb, 12.30pm

New Dawn is the latest collaborative project of Anita Clark (Motte) and Indira Force (Doprah), combining ambient washes and ethereal melodies.

Awesome Tapes From AfricaSat 18 Feb, 6.30pm

Possibly the world’s only cassette tape DJ, Brian Shimkovitz (USA) scours markets for great lost world music recordings to make you dance.

Swim TeamSun 19 Feb, 12.30pm

The Melbourne-based four-piece weaves crunchy pop with luscious melodies, creating the perfect summer soundtrack.


Dave Graney and mistLYWed 22 Feb, 6pm

A rock musician, singer-songwriter and author. Since 1978, Dave and drummer Clare Moore have fronted numerous bands.

Ijebu Pleasure ClubFri 24 Feb, 8pm

An 11-piece, brass-heavy groove juggernaut mashing up the songs you remember with the Afro-funk style of the legendary Fela Kuti.

HikashuThu 23 Feb, 6.30pm

Renowned Japanese‘avant-pop’ ensembleled by vocalist MakigamiKoichi, tying togetherimprovisations, elementsfrom Japanese theatre,films and pop songs.

Hopetoun Brown: Brass Yourself!Tue 21 Feb, 6pm

Hopetoun Brown’s repertoire gets turbo-charged with a caseload of extra horn power.

DJ BellevilleMon 20 Feb, 12pm

Expect everything from dub and reggae to gypsy swing, cumbia and anything else DJ Belleville might be hiding under that giant hat of his.

Albi from Albi and The WolvesWed 22 Feb, 12.30pm

Albi has performed across the country for the last five years with his band, playing anything from Auckland Folk Festival to a lounge near you.

Joe BlossomFri 24 Feb, 12.30pm

Wellington’s prince of sonic piano pop hits Aotea Square.

Jinetero MCThu 23 Feb, 12.15pm

Strong spirited Latin street-styled rhythms from Cuba to New Zealand.

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Steve AbelTue 21 Feb, 12.30pm

Steve Abel is a masterful songsmith. His universally-lauded latest album Luck/Hope was described as “timeless and beautiful.”

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Big Weekends He Mutunga Wiki Nui

K-Pop NightFri 10 Feb, 6pm

Fresh from LA where she’s been dancingwith Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, ParrisGoebel and BoA, choreographer RinaChae and her Street Candee crew takeAotea Square by storm with twoground-shaking performances. With a rotating playlist of chart-topping K-pop hits, this show hits the city centre for one night only.

Freshmans Crew ShowcaseSat 11 Feb, 6pm

Members range from hip hop world champions to internationally renowned contemporary dancers. Don’t miss their showcase as they push their unique brand of street dance.

Hot Brown Honey Bloc PartySat 11 Feb, 2pm

Join the Honeys as they serve up an audacious platter of dance, comedy and hip hop starring the luscious Lisa Fa’alafi, beatboxer Hope One and the bodacious Busty Beatz with special guests.

One Million StarsTue 7 – Fri 17 Feb, 11am

Create a star for Maryann Talia Pau’s project to end violence, bullying and racism. Your star will tour with the Honeys and the final installation will appear at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.


Kai Auckland Gardening WorkshopsSun 5 – Sat 18 Feb, 10am

Pick up some tips and tricks on composting, harvesting rainwater, and preserving tomatoes for use year ‘round.

Workshops are free but bookings are essential. Go to aucklandlive.co.nz.

Sun 5 Feb – Composting, Worm Farms and Bokashi Richard Lee from Compost Collective will provide an introduction to the three basic composting systems that can be used in the home and garden: traditional composting bins, worm farms and Bokashi buckets.

Sat 11 Feb – Harvesting Rainwater Garden expert Laurie Dee from Rainworks will teach you how to set up a rainwater harvesting system to catch rain that falls on your roof, and use it to water your garden.

Sat 18 Feb – Tomato Harvest and Bottling Tomatoes are easy to grow in Auckland, yet most canned tomatoes come from overseas. Learn how to bottle your own with Kai Auckland.

Family Activities Ngā Mahi ā-Whānau

Family ActivitiesThroughout February we have a range of activities and giant backyard games on offer to cater to bothyoung, old and all-in-between.

The 95bFM Kids Show with Lee & FriendsSun 19 Feb, 7am

The iconic 95bFM Kids Show brings a special extended edition to Aotea Square. Join Lee and a cast of his weird and wonderful friends for stories and songs live!

The Snot-GobblerSat 18 & Sun 19 Feb, 11am

This puppet show for ages 7+ is about a miserable man who cannot stand children. He creates the Snot-Gobbler, a rag that wipes the smiles off kids’ faces. Book at aucklandlive.co.nz for free comedy, snot and fun.

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APO Young Achievers

Le Chéile – Low Brass SeptetWed 15 Feb, 5pm

Performing classical favourites arranged for trombone and tuba, as well as getting their swing on for a bit of jazz.

Mazzoli String TrioMon 13 Feb, 4pm

Three University ofAuckland School ofMusic’s string players, presenting a lush and varied string programme.

Korimako TrioThu 16 Feb, 4pm

Playing piano trio favourites, from the passion of Brahms Piano Trio No. 2, to the playful contemporary work of NZ composer Claire Cowan.

University of Auckland Saxophone QuartetThu 16 Feb, 5pm

The quartet will present a mix of classical music and toe-tapping jazz.

APO Young AchieversThese talented young musicians from the Inspire Partnership Programme – Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra’s initiative will perform a range of music.

Kelly Harris (soprano) and Amy Hsu (piano)Tue 14 Feb, 5pm Fri 17 Feb, 4pm

Presenting operaticclassics and Disney-inspired tunes.

Michael Howell TrioFri 17 Feb, 5pm

The trio performs original compositions ranging from swing to Latin and punk.

Brass QuartetMon 13 Feb, 5pm Wed 15 Feb, 4pm

Popular New Zealand and Latin American classics.

Flute QuartetTue 14 Feb, 4pm

Classics fit for a summer evening, from Debussy to flute favourites.


Daily11am – 6pm Music, bean bags and deck chairs Chill

11am – 6pm Imagination Playground Family

From 4pm Aotea Square Bar Chill

Sun 5 Feb 10am – 11am Composting, Worm Farms and Bokashi Gardening

12.30pm – 1.15pm Alien Weaponry Music

Mon 6 Feb 12pm – 5pm DJ Linda T. Music

Tue 7 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12pm – 3pm DJ King G. Music

Wed 8 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm WOMB Music

Thu 9 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm WuKong the Monkey King Music

Fri 10 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm Very Tall Stories Music

6pm – 8pm K-Pop Night Dance

Sat 11 Feb 10am –11am Harvesting Rainwater Gardening

11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm WCB Music

2pm – 4pm Hot Brown Honey Bloc Party Party

6pm – 8pm Freshmans Crew Showcase Dance

Sun 12 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.30pm Ben Salter Music

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Mon 13 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12pm – 3pm DJ Corysco Music

4pm – 5pm Mazzoli String Trio APO

5pm – 6pm Brass Quartet APO

Tue 14 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm Courtney Sina Meredith Music / Poetry

4pm – 5pm Flute Quartet APO

5pm – 6pm Kelly Harris and Amy Hsu APO

Wed 15 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm Tweed Music

4pm – 5pm Brass Quartet APO

5pm – 6pm Le Chéile – Low Brass Septet APO

Thu 16 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm Kendall Elise Music

4pm – 5pm Korimako Trio APO

5pm – 6pm University of Auckland Saxophone Quartet APO

Fri 17 Feb 11am – 4pm One Million Stars Installation

12.30pm – 1.15pm WAI.TAI Music

4pm – 5pm Kelly Harris and Amy Hsu APO

5pm – 6pm Michael Howell Trio APO

Sat 18 Feb 10am – 11am Tomato Harvest and Bottling Gardening

11am – 11.45am The Snot-Gobbler Family

12.30pm – 2pm Motte and New Dawn Music

6.30pm – 8pm Awesome Tapes From Africa (USA) Music

Sun 19 Feb 7am – 11pm The 95bFM Kids Show with Lee & Friends Family

11am – 11.45am The Snot-Gobbler Family

12.30pm – 1.15pm Swim Team (AUS) Music

Huitanguru


HuitanguruFebruary

Final WeekMon 20 Feb 12pm – 3pm DJ Belleville Music

Tue 21 Feb 12.30pm – 1.15pm Steve Abel Music

Tue 21 Feb Cont.

4pm – 8pm Brenda Vester Fringe

5.50pm – 6pm We May Have to Choose Fringe

6pm – 7.45pm Hopetoun Brown: Brass Yourself! Music

6.45pm – 7pm Welcome to Fringe Fringe

7pm – 7.45pm Freshmans Crew Fringe

7pm – 8.30pm The White Box Fringe

Wed 22 Feb 11am – 4pm Brenda Vester Fringe

12.30pm – 1.15pm Albi from Albi and The Wolves Music

5.20pm – 5.30pm We May Have to Choose Fringe

5.30pm – 7pm AKL Skipping Club Fringe

6pm – 7.30pm Dave Graney and mistLY Music

7.30pm – 9pm The White Box Fringe

Thu 23 Feb 11am – 4pm Brenda Vester Fringe

12.15pm – 1.15pm Jinetero MC (Cuba) Music

5.45pm – 6.30pm Freshmans Crew Fringe

6.30pm – 8pm Hikashu (Japan) Music

8.15pm – 9.30pm Spoken Word Showcase Fringe

Fri 24 Feb 11am – 4pm Brenda Vester Fringe

12.30pm – 1.30pm Box Wars Fringe

7pm – 7.45pm Freshmans Crew Fringe

8pm – 10pm Ijebu Pleasure Club Music

Auckland Live Summer in the Square team

Bernie Haldane Head of Programming and Presenter Services; Georgina Cervin Manager, Programme Development; Anders Falstie-Jensen and Anastasia Dailianis Producers, Programme Development; Stacey Donaldson Production Manager; Matthew Crawley Music Programmer; Emily Harris Garden Workshop Programmer; Lydia Zanetti Auckland Fringe Director; Jane Hakaraia Site Designer; Jamie Blackburn Site Manager; Jade Bosman Event Coordinator; Angela Gourdie Head of Marketing and Ticketing; Sarah Dyck Marketing and Audience Development Manager; Sahar Lone Marketing Lead, Audience Development; Haylee Nitschke Theatre Marketing Executive; Kate Forsythe Senior Graphic Designer; Alt Group Auckland Fringe Design; Meredith McGrath Communications Advisor; Jenny Nguyen Digital Manager; Jean Kim Digital Content Coordinator; Adrien Top Digital Marketing Coordinator; Elephant Publicity Publicity.

Thanks

With thanks to Alliance Print

Auckland Live Summer in the Square

Gardening Workshops

Our Event Partners

Auckland Live would like to thank the following organisations for their generosity and support:

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