Rufus Wainwright at Auckland Town Hall

The enigmatic Grammynominated singer, songwriter, and composer who is Rufus Wainwright is returning to New Zealand and will perform at Auckland Town Hall on Saturday, March 2 on his much anticipated 20-year anniversary All

These Poses Tour.

We have a double pass up for grabs for you to join in this auspicious occasion!

For these special anniversary shows,

Rufus and his band will perform material from both the eponymous Rufus Wainwright (1998) and sophomore Poses (2001) — two critically acclaimed albums featuring fan favourites such as Cigarettes And Chocolate Milk, Poses, April Fools, California and Foolish Love.

It was his self-titled debut which first burst him onto the music scene.

Immediately beloved, both Rufus and the record were widely hailed as a breakthrough. It influenced many artists that came after him and set the path for his illustrious career ever since.

“Twenty years, what can I say?” states Rufus.

“In life, one stands the test of time but in music, thankfully, one reaps the rewards. Come savour a very fine vintage of songs, those were some pretty good years!” Rufus Wainwright shows encompass all that is good about entertainment. Salacious grandiosity? Sparkling melodies? Stunning lyrics? Yes! Yes! Yes! the fans resound with fanatical adoration and have been clamouring for the return of this amazingly talented man. Presenting his unique spin on baroque/operatic pop he never ceases to deliver.

His live shows have been described as absolutely amazing. His recorded music is receiving accolades such as ‘complex, melodramatic, ambitious, vain, beautiful and frequently magnificent.’

A not to be missed experience! Tickets from Ticketmaster.

■ You can enter by text (write TAC Rufus tix, plus your name and address, and text it to 021 241 4568) or mail (address to Rufus Wainwright Ticket Competition and include your name, address and daytime phone number). Deadline is 5pm Tuesday.

This competition is provided by ‘Fill The House Tickets Project’, proudly supporting families of children with cancer.