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Central Otago District Arts Trust

Hello

What's On in April 2016

Autumn is really kicking in now and the poplar trees are always first to turn.  These giant yellow sentinels line our roads, glowing against clear blue skies.  Soon their leaves will be landing on the country lanes, then flying up from behind the cars - I love seeing that.

The grape harvest has begun and the juicy bunches are being picked by an army of mostly overseas workers.  We are grateful they have come to help the growers bring in the fruit and for making our region more multi-cultural and colourful.

Once again Central turned on a ‘burster’ of a day for a fantastic Clyde Wine and Foods Harvest Festival, so “hats off” to the organisers, Promote Dunstan, who are a remarkable bunch of volunteers.  This month's header photo is of local band 'Sea Beast' playing at the festival with three spur-of-the-moment dancing girls joining them on stage.

April is jam-packed with entertainment to suit all tastes so peruse the listing below to see what takes your fancy. Clyde Theatre Group’s April production 'Noises Off' runs from the 9th until the 16th April and is sure to be great night out. Tickets are on sale now from the Central Otago i-SITEs.  Comedian Michele A’Court is touring her show ' Stuff I Forgot To Tell My Daughter'. She will perform in Queenstown, Wanaka, Tarras, Roxburgh, Alexandra and Ranfurly, so if in need of a good laugh get your tickets early.  Arts on the Rail Trail is still going strong and there is a photography exhibition in the Wedderburn Woolshed which you must check out if you are out in the Maniototo. See the listing for more details.

Enjoy Autumn everyone!

What's On

Arts on the Rail Trail 2016 - A GREAT AUTUMN ART RIDE

Arts on the Rail Trail 2016

Mon, 1 February 2016 - Sat, 30 April 2016 @ 10am - 4pm

'Arts on the Rail Trail 2016' is a free event and open to the public. It showcases the …

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Central Stories Community Gallery - Joanne Deaker

Central Stories Community Gallery - Joanne Deaker

Mon, 1 February 2016 - Tue, 19 April 2016

Artist Statement:

I was a scientist and a veterinarian before I chose to become a …

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The Wedderburn Woolshed Photo Exhibition

The Wedderburn Woolshed Photo Exhibition

Wed, 23 March 2016 - Sun, 1 May 2016

This is a group photography show of work by Central Otago photographers.
Grahame Sydney is …

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Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery - Robyn Bardas

Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery - Robyn Bardas

Thu, 24 March 2016 - Tue, 24 May 2016 @ 10am - 4pm

ROBYN BARDAS exhibition LOCATE.HORIZON.LINE.

The local landscape is one of the most …

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Central Cinema - Coming up

Central Cinema - Coming up

Thu, 31 March 2016 - Sat, 30 April 2016

To view all the latest movies go to www.centralcinema.co.nz 

Our community …

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Clyde Cinema - Coming up

Clyde Cinema - Coming up

Thu, 31 March 2016 - Sat, 30 April 2016

A lovely boutique cinema is now operating in Clyde. It offers a fine selection of …

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Arthurs Cinema - Coming up

Arthurs Cinema - Coming up

Thu, 31 March 2016 - Sat, 30 April 2016

To see the latest films on at the new Arthurs Cinema in Cromwell go to:

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Speargrass Inn - Paul Samson

Speargrass Inn - Paul Samson

Fri, 1 April 2016

Paul Samson has an exhibition of his paintings on at Speargrass.

Artist Statement:

'Art has …

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Hollie Smith "Water Or Gold" Album Release Tour

Hollie Smith "Water Or Gold" Album Release Tour

Fri, 1 April 2016 @ 8pm

Iconic New Zealand singer/songwriter Hollie Smith is on the road touring her long …

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Hullabaloo - Lynne Wilson

Hullabaloo - Lynne Wilson

Sun, 3 April 2016 - Sun, 24 April 2016

Ceramicist Lynne Wilson will present her solo show Evolution - A decade of Playing with …

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Central Cinema Art Films -  Van Gogh

Central Cinema Art Films - Van Gogh

Wed, 6 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

As part of Arts on the Rail Trail Central Cinema brings you 'VAN GOGH'
The movie is not to …

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Catch Me If You Can - Presented by Wakatipu High School

Catch Me If You Can - Presented by Wakatipu High School

Wed, 6 April 2016 - Sat, 9 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

Based on the DreamWorks Motion Picture, the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, …

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Mike Langford & Jackie Ranken - Symbosis II

Mike Langford & Jackie Ranken - Symbosis II

Thu, 7 April 2016 - Wed, 27 April 2016

Symbosis II
An Exhibition of Photographs
by Mike Langford & Jackie Ranken
7th April- …

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Central Cinema - Hunt for the Wilderpeople

Central Cinema - Hunt for the Wilderpeople

Thu, 7 April 2016 @ 7pm

Special screening  Hunt for the Wilderpeople with Sam Neill in attendance!

Raised on …

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'Sons of a Bitch' & Mel Parsons - Glendu Station

'Sons of a Bitch' & Mel Parsons - Glendu Station

Thu, 7 April 2016 @ 6PM

The bitches are back...
Farmstrong in association with ANZCO proudly present:

'Sons of a …

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'Sons of a Bitch' & Mel Parsons - Luggate

'Sons of a Bitch' & Mel Parsons - Luggate

Fri, 8 April 2016 - Fri, 8 April 2016 @ 6pm

The bitches are back...
Farmstrong in association with ANZCO proudly present:

'Sons of a …

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Clyde Theatre Group - Noises Off

Clyde Theatre Group - Noises Off

Sat, 9 April 2016 - Sat, 16 April 2016

Noises Off

The definition of the term noises off - Noises made off stage during a …

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The Great Gatsby Gala

The Great Gatsby Gala

Sat, 9 April 2016 @ 8pm

Ladies & gentlemen, flappers & dappers! Come join us for a glamorous evening of …

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Central Otago Rock 'n' Roll Club - Birthday Dance

Central Otago Rock 'n' Roll Club - Birthday Dance

Sat, 9 April 2016 @ 8pm till late

The Central Otago Rock 'n' Roll club are holding a Public Dance at the Earnscleugh Hall …

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Michele A'Court - Albert Town

Michele A'Court - Albert Town

Sat, 9 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Michele A'Court - Tarras

Michele A'Court - Tarras

Sun, 10 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Michele A'Court - Roxburgh

Michele A'Court - Roxburgh

Mon, 11 April 2016 @ 7pm

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Michele A'Court - Alexandra

Michele A'Court - Alexandra

Tue, 12 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Bruce Potter - Painting Workshop

Bruce Potter - Painting Workshop

Tue, 12 April 2016

BRUCE POTTER WORKSHOP
ONE DAY WORKSHOP: Landscapes in oil using wet on wet painting …

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Michele A'Court - Ranfurly

Michele A'Court - Ranfurly

Wed, 13 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Evening with Allyson Gofton, Christina Perriam & The Duncans

Evening with Allyson Gofton, Christina Perriam & The Duncans

Fri, 15 April 2016 @ 7pm

Allyson shares the stories and baking of many of our great farming families including …

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The Jelly Rolls

The Jelly Rolls

Sun, 17 April 2016 @ 4pm

The Jelly Rolls have stewed up a flavoursome brew in the form of the music of George …

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Research Your House - HNZ workshop

Research Your House - HNZ workshop

Sun, 17 April 2016

Heritage NZ workshop designed to help you discover the history of your house.

Sunday 17th …

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TEDxQueenstown

TEDxQueenstown

Sun, 17 April 2016 @ 12pm

About TEDx, x = independently organised event

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED …

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Festival of Colour - Aspiring Conversations

Festival of Colour - Aspiring Conversations

Fri, 22 April 2016 - Sun, 24 April 2016

Aspiring Conversations 2016: time for thinking amidst Wanaka’s autumn colours

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Central Cinema Art Films -  The Impressionists

Central Cinema Art Films - The Impressionists

Wed, 27 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

THE IMPRESSIONISTS
Runtime: 100mins

From the Musee D’orsay Paris, Musee du …

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Mathias Piano Man Concert

Mathias Piano Man Concert

Fri, 29 April 2016 @ 7.30pm

First Concert of Mathias Piano Man on his South Island Tour this coming April 2016. Come …

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Michele A'Court - Queenstown

Michele A'Court - Queenstown

Sat, 30 April 2016

Winner of numerous awards, including ‘Comedian of the Decade (Female)’ in …

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Top Art Exhibition - Alexandra

Top Art Exhibition - Alexandra

Mon, 2 May 2016 - Fri, 6 May 2016 @ 9am - 4.30pm

The Central Otago District Arts Trust is bringing the ‘Top Art’ exhibition to …

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Into the East - Bannockburn

Into the East - Bannockburn

Wed, 11 May 2016 @ 7.30pm

Into the East’s Liv McBride and Graeme Woller were crowned 2014 National Country …

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YAMI Sounz Summit - Wanaka

YAMI Sounz Summit - Wanaka

Sat, 14 May 2016 - Sun, 15 May 2016 @ 9am

Yami is back! It stands for Youth & Adults in the Music Industry, and is a weekend …

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Yami Showcase ft Jon Toogood + guests

Yami Showcase ft Jon Toogood + guests

Sun, 15 May 2016 @ 7pm

Our YAMI (Youth & Adults in the Music Industry) summit students perform the original …

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Niu Sila - Ranfurly

Niu Sila - Ranfurly

Thu, 26 May 2016 @ 7.30pm

After sold-out seasons in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch comes a hilarious and …

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Niu Sila - Alexandra

Niu Sila - Alexandra

Fri, 27 May 2016 @ 7.30pm

After sold-out seasons in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch comes a hilarious and …

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Niu Sila - Cromwell

Niu Sila - Cromwell

Tue, 31 May 2016 @ 7.30pm

After sold-out seasons in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch comes a hilarious and …

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