Based on a true story that dares you to dream huge, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star as Mike and Claire, two down-on-their-luck musicians who form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band. Drawn together by a shared love of Diamond's music, they embark on a life changing journey by taking to the stage as Lightning & Thunder - proving it's never too late to find love, rediscover your purpose, and follow your dreams.

1859. Mary Stevens (Ariana Osborne), a young Maori woman, is summoned from New Zealand to North Yorkshire by a mysterious note. To survive, she becomes the governess Mary at Hawkser Manor under the seemingly benevolent eye of Sir Nathaniel Cole (Toby Stephens), a charming landowner whose fortune was forged in the South Seas. Cole speaks her language and insists he can help her. But the walls of his home are hung with Maori taonga, and by night Mary finds herself haunted by memories that are not her own. In a bid to discover the truth about herself and Cole, Mary realises she must face a bloody reckoning if she ever wants to be free of Hawkser Manor.

On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator Richard Rodgers celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical “Oklahoma!”.

As their marriage quietly unravels, Alex faces middle age and an impending divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene while Tess confronts the sacrifices she made for their family - forcing them to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether love can take a new form.

Will, a small goat with big dreams, gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will's new teammates aren't thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that "smalls can ball!" He has to do something he has never done before.

From Academy Award-winning writer-director Chloe Zhao, Hamnet tells the powerful love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

Mistaken identities, forbidden love, and one very inconvenient corpse turn the grand English manor of Fackham Hall into total bedlam in this comedy of class, romance, manners, and mischief.

FACKHAM HALL is the hilarious story of a pickpocket (Ben Radcliffe) who blags his way into service at a grand family estate, only to fall for the Lord’s (Damien Lewis) rebellious daughter (Thomasin Mckenzie) who is betrothed to marry her cousin (Tom Felton) to keep the family from financial ruin.

As their marriage quietly unravels, Alex faces middle age and an impending divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene while Tess confronts the sacrifices she made for their family - forcing them to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether love can take a new form.

Mistaken identities, forbidden love, and one very inconvenient corpse turn the grand English manor of Fackham Hall into total bedlam in this comedy of class, romance, manners, and mischief.

FACKHAM HALL is the hilarious story of a pickpocket (Ben Radcliffe) who blags his way into service at a grand family estate, only to fall for the Lord’s (Damien Lewis) rebellious daughter (Thomasin Mckenzie) who is betrothed to marry her cousin (Tom Felton) to keep the family from financial ruin.

1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) – driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. As conscription papers start to arrive, the whole community discovers that the best response to the chaos that is laying waste to their lives is to make music together.

Vahid, an Azerbaijani auto mechanic, was once imprisoned by Iranian authorities. During his sentence, he was interrogated blindfolded. One day, a man named Eghbal enters his workshop. His prosthetic leg creaks, and Vahid thinks he recognizes one of his former torturers.

The story of a local legend: whether through his influential bands, legendary act The Front Lawn, or compositions for film and television, the songs of Don McGlashan are well known to the Kiwi ear. Less familiar is the story of the man behind the music, but that’s about to change thanks to acclaimed cultural documentarian Shirley Horrocks.

On a remote coastal island, a reclusive man rescues a young girl from a deadly storm, drawing them both into danger. Forced out of isolation, he must confront his turbulent past while protecting her, sending them on a tense journey of survival and redemption.

1859. Mary Stevens (Ariana Osborne), a young Maori woman, is summoned from New Zealand to North Yorkshire by a mysterious note. To survive, she becomes the governess Mary at Hawkser Manor under the seemingly benevolent eye of Sir Nathaniel Cole (Toby Stephens), a charming landowner whose fortune was forged in the South Seas. Cole speaks her language and insists he can help her. But the walls of his home are hung with Maori taonga, and by night Mary finds herself haunted by memories that are not her own. In a bid to discover the truth about herself and Cole, Mary realises she must face a bloody reckoning if she ever wants to be free of Hawkser Manor.

Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

Expanding upon the world created by Danny Boyle and Alex Garland in 28 Years Later - but turning that world on its head - Nia DaCosta directs 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. In a continuation of the epic story, Dr Kelson finds himself in a shocking new relationship - with consequences that could change the world as they know it - and Spike's encounter with Jimmy Crystal becomes a nightmare he can't escape. In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival - the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying.

The story of a local legend: whether through his influential bands, legendary act The Front Lawn, or compositions for film and television, the songs of Don McGlashan are well known to the Kiwi ear. Less familiar is the story of the man behind the music, but that’s about to change thanks to acclaimed cultural documentarian Shirley Horrocks.

On a remote coastal island, a reclusive man rescues a young girl from a deadly storm, drawing them both into danger. Forced out of isolation, he must confront his turbulent past while protecting her, sending them on a tense journey of survival and redemption.

Set against modern-day Tokyo, Rental Family follows an American actor who struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients' worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the quiet beauty of human connection.

Will, a small goat with big dreams, gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will's new teammates aren't thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that "smalls can ball!" He has to do something he has never done before.

On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator Richard Rodgers celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical “Oklahoma!”.

Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. Nora turns it down, but soon discovers he's given the part to an eager young Hollywood star.

From Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring Academy Award-nominee Jessie Buckley and Academy Award-winner Christian Bale comes The Bride! A bold, iconoclastic take on one of the world's most compelling stories. A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr Euphronious to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride is born. What ensues is beyond what either of them imagined: Murder! Possession! A wild and radical cultural movement! And outlaw lovers in a wild and combustible romance!

Tiki Taane - Artist, Producer, Engineer, Director, Experimentalist. One of the most well known and diverse artists and producers in Aotearoa NZ, Tiki Taane is considered to be an influential element in the pioneering of Aotearoa's bass culture, as well as the country's most prolific genre bending experimentalist. First hitting the scene in 1991, Tiki rose to prominence as the sound engineer and front man for Salmonella Dub, joining them in 1996 til 2007. In 2008 Tiki released his double platinum selling, self produced solo album “Past Present Future” featuring the beautiful acoustic ballard “Always On My Mind” which rose to #1 and broke two all time records - it sat in the Official NZ charts for a record 55 weeks and was also the first ever NZ digital single to acheive platinum sales. Tiki has produced multi-platinum, chart topping singles, albums and remixes not only for himself but for NZ artists such as Salmonella Dub, Six60, Kora, Katchafire, LAB, and longtime friends Shapeshifter - he’s been their exclusive live sound engineer since 1999. Renowned as much for his powerful, live performances as he is for the anthems he writes and produces. Performing a mixed bag of his well known hits and new material, Hokitika will be blown away with Tiki’s ability to unify and connect as he seamlessly delivers a unique live looping performance experience, making him the most diverse producer and performing artist in Aotearoa NZ. DJ Axis is no stranger when it comes to being the support act for her husband Tiki Taane. The two have been an unstoppable duo, throwing down high energy sets here and abroad with charismatic synergy. DJ Axis will be opening things up at the Theatre with her tasty selection of Amapiano, House and Techno, and then closing off the stage with her favourite style to DJ - Drum & Bass. Grab your tickets now and get ready for an epic night of music and great vibes to heat up your mid winter night.

“New Zealand’s Loudest Mime” Mr Fungus is on tour across Aotearoa, with silly show that will amuse and delight kids of all ages. Featuring visual and verbal comedy, juggling and mime, with scrumptious and catchy backing soundtracks, Mr Fungus will bring the silliness and fun to your town. Thrillingly ridiculous and a seasoned pro, Mr Fungus has played to packed theatres and festival venues throughout Europe and Australisia, in a career spanning four decades.

Our Murder Mystery events are one of the world’s most interactive live theatre shows you will ever experience! Every guest in the theatre gets to become a Sheriff for the evening and try to solve the mystery of who killed the infamous cattle rustler Dooky Smuidge. A Western theme, with all guests encouraged to come dressed for the occasion in their finest Western attire! Dress up is not compulsory but it does add to the immersive experience. No acting is required as the cast members of the show are the suspects, and guests get multiple opportunities throughout the evening to interact with the suspects to work out which one of them is the Murderer. Get ready to laugh in the face of Murder, as this show is a side splitting comedy with some guests even complaining that their face hurt from laughing so much.

The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of mesmerizing bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want, action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee! The 2026 treasure chest of films includes: - a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun - a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt - an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable - a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights - celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels - a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward - a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones- riding a bike together as a family - a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment - and crowning the night off- we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990’s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants ALL in the mix! These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that move us, and most importantly of all - inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables. So...listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, GO ON...grab your bike and come along for the ride!! PREVIOUS ATTENDEE’S COMMENTS: "One of the most inspiring events of the year" "If you only have one night a year out, make it this!!" "The Big Bike Film Night is always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films and I love it!" "If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night - then YOU MUST!!!"

Paul Ego ‘STICK’ – NZ Tour 2026 It's taken 30 years of performing comedy for PAUL EGO to get off his butt and do a solo NZ tour, so this is both very exciting and long overdue! Well known for his many years as Team Captain on the TV show 7DAYS, Paul has also been part of award winning Breakfast Radio shows for both More FM and The Rock. However, his crowning achievement now seems to be voicing "Stickman", for PAK’nSAVE - something he happily admits is "the best job he's ever had. STICK, is your chance to see "NZ's" Top Professional Comedian PAUL EGO, live onstage, delivering maximum laughs as he talks stickability, sticky situations and Stick-Men. Ego is undeniably the Master of Improv, his spells of banter with the audience showcasing his razor-sharp wit (Yahoo Entertainment) Paul Ego is a really funny man. A powerful performance by NZ;s top professional comedian and one of the highlights of my comedy festival (Theatreview) Paul Ego has proved to be 7DAYS quickest wit. He really should have his own fanclub (NZ Herald)