Things to do in the capital this week
The holiday period is coming to an end, with many workers headed back to their jobs today. Here are some highlights from around the region this week.
Things to see
Paul Ubana Jones Plays 1988 LP
Wellington Museum, 3 Jervois Quay, Wellington Central, 8pm Doors open at 7.30pm, koha, Saturday 16 January
Music legend Paul Ubana Jones takes us back to where it all began with a rendition of his debut album at Wellington Museum. More info at museumswellington.org.nz/paulubana-jones-plays-1988-lp/
Gardens Magic
Soundshell at the Botanic Garden, from Tuesday, January 12 to January 31, concerts 8pm-9.30pm, light displays 9pm-10.30pm
Grab a rug, a picnic, your friends and wha¯nau for many evenings of free outdoor entertainment because Wellington’s annual concert series Gardens Magic is back. Full programme at wellington. govt.nz/gardens-magic
Terminal
On now until Sun 14 February, free Featuring a stellar lineup of international artists, this blockbuster exhibition of art about airports has never been more relevant. When international travel is grounded and borders closed, is this the end of airports? Is international art dead? Come find out for yourself at Terminal.
See citygallery.org.nz
Michael Angelo: The Enchanted Forest by the Sea
Bottle Creek Gallery, Pa¯taka, Porirua; until January 24. Free
Colourful threedimensional carved paintings of native trees and birds transform Pa¯taka’s Bottle Creek Gallery into an enchanted forest. Experience the unique art ofMichael Angelo, who has been inspired by nature since childhood. The Manawatu¯ artist says he has only one mission – to make people smile. More info at pataka.org.nz
World of WearableArt – Up Close
Te Papa, Adult $22.50
World of WearableArt – Up Close (Ao Ka¯kahuToi – Kia Tata) is a new exhibition featuring garments from World of WearableArt, the world’s most significant wearable art competition. Runs until February 14.
Tickets at Ticketmaster Theatre: Cinderella The Pantomime – Return Season
Circa Theatre, until January 16, price range $18–$52
The Circa Pantomime team bring you yet another fabulous family show. Packed with singing, dancing, up-tothe minute jokes for the adults, and a sizeable dose of magic and slapstick for the kids. Book at circa.co.nz
Things to do
National Library School Holiday Programme
Today until Friday, January 29, free, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor, National Library, 70 Molesworth St, Thorndon
School holiday arts and activities: The Summer Edition. Excited for
the summer holidays? We’ve got craft activities and workshops to keep you and your wha¯nau entertained.
Summer at Space Place
Space Place at Carter Observatory, Kelburn; until January 31 (cost for entry)
Space Place is open daily throughout the holidays, telling the stories of the southern skies through full-dome digital planetarium films and interactive exhibitions. There’s a special Tuhura Module space play area for tamariki, science information, and plenty of stellar planetarium movies to choose from. See www. museumswellington.org.nz
Events to include?
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