An arty party in New Zealand

Want to see the best arts performances that New Zealand has to offer? Visit the Auckland Festival and catch them all in one city.

Running between March 9th and 25th, this popular event brings a wealth of theatre, dance shows, cabaret, musical performances, visual arts and more to venues across Auckland.

The festival will kick off with a spectacular display of pyrotechnics in front of the Auckland Museum, created by the acclaimed Groupe F.

Visitors to New Zealand can enjoy lauded stage performances such as 10 Days On Earth and Head, as well as music shows ranging from full-blown orchestral performances to ruminations on the art of tea-drinking.

With Auckland offering a host of attractions, bars, cafes and restaurants to visit in between performances, attendees will find much to see and do during their stay in New Zealand.

For more information, take a look at the Auckland Festival website.

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