Winter heat: Isaac Theatre Royal
Who says winter is for hibernation?
The cooler months are sizzling with entertainment at Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal. This line-up of live music and performances will warm your soul, lift your spirits, and have you dancing in your seat – or at least humming all the way home.
“July and August are absolutely jam-packed with unmissable performances, and no matter your vibe – comedy, cabaret, ballet or belting show tunes – there’s something with your name on it,” says marketing and development manager Bianca Lindstrom.
Tofiga Fepulea’i kicks off the fire with Shuush Yor Mouf, bringing the trademark Pasifika humour and larger-than-life characters that have made him a household name. This is a show full of heart, laughs, and cheeky cultural truths we all relate to – even if we pretend we don’t.
Following that, the night creatures come out with Dracula’s: The Resurrection Tour – a bold, bloody, and utterly bonkers cabaret from Australia’s undead elite.
“Think burlesque, circus, comedy and rock ‘n’ roll all thrown in a glitter-soaked coffin. It’s weird, wild, and we can’t get enough,” Bianca exclaims.
Music lovers, get ready to travel back in time. The Beach Boys Experience celebrates those timeless, beloved surf rock harmonies, while swagger and soul combine through The UK Rod Stewart Show, to deliver the hair, the hits and the husky vocals in true Rod fashion.
“August brings a moment of reflection and elegance with The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Home, Land and Sea, a stunning triple bill celebrating our people and place. It’s an evocative, deeply moving evening of world-class dance made right here in Aotearoa.”
“Then… drumroll please – we end the month with a bang, or rather, a razzle-dazzle banger, Chicago. The global smash-hit musical hits our stage with all the sass, scandal and showbiz sparkle you could ask for.” Whether you’re new to it or know every word, Chicago promises to be the hottest ticket in town.
Forget winter blues, this season turns up the heat at the Isaac Theatre Royal. For tickets and show information, head to www.isaactheatreroyal.co.nz.
