Enter the slightly quirky and magical world of ukulele trio ‘The Nukes’ who have been wowing audiences around Aotearoa for over 15years. The Nukes are out and about this Spring celebrating the release of a brand new bunch of songs called ‘Creature Feature’ and a fully animated video ‘Max- the musical mosquito’- funded by the NZ […]
Join ukulele group, The Nukes, for a road trip like no other – a song-journey from Rakiura to Cape Reinga, woven together with harmony and laughter. Celebrating over 15 years together the Nukes have built a reputation built upon finely crafted original tunes, comic flair and great musicianship, all of which have made them one […]
Company of Giants presents a wild and wonderful collection of acts celebrating the extraordinary and the ordinary in our own backyard. Songs, poetry, mime performed by a troupe of puppets, animals, clowns and flowers. Explore the familiarity of the domestic and the mundane, draped in a blanket of glitter. An untamed ride of wonder and […]
A series of small-but-mighty performance adventures hosted by local artists. Stories spring to life in surprising ways through imaginative performance, live sound, and a few curious twists. Some familiar tales, others are freshly invented on the spot. Families are invited to listen, invent, watch, and play in creative spaces where children can explore, make, and […]
Club Manouche is a Club of the some of the best gypsy swing, jazz and world music musicians in the country. This Northland tour sees the most stellar 5 piece lineup yet. It’s featuring Craig Denham on accordion and vocals, Phil (the shredder) Beatson on guitar, Aaron Coddel on double bass and special guests maestro […]
"The Bell" is a wordless visual symphony, where hand-crafted puppets come to life, blending with hypnotic juggling such as buugeng and contact juggling. A cheeky juggler puppet and his apprentice puppeteer arrive on stage with a suitcase full of surprises, inviting audiences of all ages into a world of transformation and play.
Join an old spirit, as he digs through layers of years gone by, helping him piece together the memories of the garden. Shrink down and see your backyard through the eyes of its smallest inhabitants. From the rats in your compost, the busy worms below your feet, and the birds that eat your plums. This […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday September 10, 5.30 - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday 15 October 5.30 - 7.30pm Share you fresh poetry here Looking forward to seeing you. Ka kite ano piet
Catch We Mavericks live at ONEONESIX Theatre in Whangārei on Sunday 2 November 2025 for an evening of unforgettable music and connection. We Mavericks, a trans-Tasman duo, know how to build a powerful bond with their audiences. They mix soulful vocals, effortless strings, and driving rhythms to create a sound that is both unique and […]
Tim Batt (2x Billy T Award nominee, 0x winner) has been described as many things "witty, relatable, and an uproariously good time" by Craccum Magazine, "political... and thoughtful. But most of all, funny" by Libel and "enjoyable and surprising" by Scoop. He can now also be described as BACK as he returns to standup after […]
After carving out a name with high-energy support slots across the city and shows around the country, the shoegaze four-piece are finally stepping into the spotlight. Fresh off a run of shows across Australia and with a brand new album on the way, Coast Arcade are bringing their explosive live set to Whangārei. Known for […]
A series of small-but-mighty performance adventures hosted by local artists. Stories spring to life in surprising ways through imaginative performance, live sound, and a few curious twists. Some familiar tales, others are freshly invented on the spot. Families are invited to listen, invent, watch, and play in creative spaces where children can explore, make, and […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 19th November, 5.30 - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday 19th November 5.30 - 7.30pm Looking forward to hearing your fresh new poetry Ka kite ano Piet
Experience Kim Churchill Live – For the First Time Ever in New Zealand! Beloved for his soulful storytelling and breathtaking live shows, Kim Churchill is finally bringing his dynamic sound across the Tasman. This marks Kim’s debut tour of Aotearoa, and you will have the rare opportunity to witness his mesmerizing performances in intimate venues […]
An evening with sad boxer, MOppy, and DJ Chris Foot (aka Badgers Den) sad boxer returns for their only show of 2025! Following a wildly productive year, expect a loud, unhinged, and irreverent performance. They'll be playing lo-fi bangers from their growing catalogue, including tracks from their new vinyl album, out in November. MOppy (Thom Burton) joins […]
A rehearsed reading of a new script by local writer Vincent Nathan. Tue 25 Nov 2025, 6:30pm–8:00pm Wed 26 Nov 2025, 6:30pm–8:00pm @ONEONESIX Across time and tide, Tāwhirimātea – the atua of storms – wrestles with the pain of separation, rage, and love. Through thirteen monologues, the winds of Pūrakau echo into the present day. […]
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner Directed by Julie Edwards Join us for a fast-paced night of improv comedy and quick thinking as teams of talented performers battle it out in classic Theatresports style! Expect laughter, surprises, and a few unexpected guests at the dinner table as anything can happen when the audience joins in the […]
Five stories. Five adventures. A celebration of courage, friendship, and imagination — all brought to life by our talented NYT Junior performers! Join us as we journey through new worlds and discover the maps we make along the way. Venue: ONEONESIX, Whangārei Entry: Koha donation Come support our youngest storytellers and share in an evening of […]
Andrew Fagan - iconic New Zealand solo sailor, songwriter, and frontman of legendary Kiwi band The Mockers - hits the road in November with a 20-date nationwide tour: Passage Of Time – Solo Songs and Stories from a Swirly World. Running from 5th to 30th November, the tour charts a course from Invercargill in the […]
Lots of individuals in society today are FEEBLE-MINDED. They don't know what the HELL is going on. Some people don't know the difference between a PRECIOUS JEWEL and a piece of animal turd. Their ideas are MEANINGLESS, and will believe ANYTHING put in front of them. Maybe YOU are one of these people? Perry has […]
Springboard 2025 Round 2 is here! Music from a range of rangatahi artists sharing their talent live on stage. This events line up: BANDWIDTH RIOT Bandwidth Riot is a 4 piece, high-energy Kiwi Alt-Rock band gaining national attention with their raw, immersive, live preformances. Winners of the Far North Smokefreerockquest, the band has opened and […]
Fungi Film Fest Whangārei (FFFWh) is our very own screening of the world’s only film festival dedicated to the beauty, otherworldliness, and human influences of mushrooms, lichens, and micro fungi. Please join us for our second annual screening event at ONEONESIX! Each year brings a different mix of films, with this year's program hosting 14 […]
GP Lucy O'Hagan recently published Everything But the Medicine. Lucy will read from her book and perform her solo show, a 35 minute 32 character crazy, poignant and funny morning as a GP. Doors open, book sales and signings from from 7pm. 'Stunning. kind, joyful and wise. Everything but the Medicine...is very much a medicine […]
Speed is Emotional theatre at ONEONESIX ADHD - it’s so hot right now! Pōneke’s creative powerhouse Jo Randerson (ONZM) unpacks their diagnosis, neurodivergent parenting, sad songs, men taking their time, and so much more in this highly lauded “funny as hell” theatre extravaganza. This incredible mahi is so much more than a performance - it’s […]
The Worm, theatre at ONEONESIX Written by Carl and Peter Bland. When a mischievous bird pokes its beak through the ceiling and swoops away with his mum, a determined little worm sets off on the adventure of a lifetime! Through twisty tunnels, muddy passages, and underground burrows, he meets a cast of unforgettable characters - […]
A theatrical collaboration by Company of Giants and Soju Shots. Born of water, wonder and a shipping container full of inflatable pool toys. The future is a hot mess. Bring a raincoat. Things pile up — washing machines, walruses, mermaids and mariners tangle in a voyage across time as the seas rise and no one […]
Three ill-equipped wardens keep watch over a makeshift community (that’s you, the audience) who must learn to work together. But as the threat outside takes shape, the atmosphere inside begins to turn. Inspired by the classic game of deception, Werewolf is a gripping blend of thriller and comedy that pulls you into an immersive world […]
NZ’s ‘Queen of Disco’, Lou’ana, reveals magnetic and mystical album DISCO WITCH and New Zealand tour Aotearoa’s very own Queen of Disco, Lou’ana, has today released her highly-anticipated sophomore album, aptly titled DISCO WITCH, alongside a corresponding New Zealand tour for March 2026 to celebrate. Rooted in nu-disco, soul, and funk, Lou’ana weaves nostalgic grooves […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday March 25, 5.30pm - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday March 25, 5.30pm - 7.30pm Be sure to check out www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4 with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a few other northerners. The latest Live Encounters special Aotearoa edition features several Northland poets and writers, Lauren Roche, Lincoln Jaques and Piet https://liveencounters.net/ Peter Bakowski will […]
Poetry recital with music by award winning poet Apirana Taylor. Apirana Taylor has toured nationally and internationally for many years. He was given the 2024 Prime Ministers Literary Award for Achievement in Poetry. He has held writers residencies at Canterbury and Massey Universities. His poetry has been described as 'explosive', 'powerful', 'challenging, and 'inspiring'. More […]
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu — bringing with it a healthy dose of salt-water cinema, surf culture, and storytelling stoke. Join us for a curated night of world-class surf films, featuring standout stories from Aotearoa and across the globe. From local lineups to […]
Star of ‘7DAYS’ and the voice of ‘Stickman, PAUL EGO, is taking his solo standup show ‘STICK’ right around NZ in 2026. Fri 10 Apr 2026, 7:30pm–9:00pm @ ONEONESIX Be prepared for maximum laughs as Paul talks stickability, sticky situations and, of course, stick-men. It’s taken 30 years of performing comedy for Paul to get […]
Aotearoa's bluegrass explorers, You, Me, Everybody, bring their new album, Midnight to OneOneSix. Rooted in tradition but unafraid to innovate, the band blends virtuosic musicianship with gracious arrangements to create a progressive acoustic sound that reaches well beyond classic Americana. Their live shows offer plenty of toe-tapping energy, yet it’s their creative fearlessness, soaring dynamics […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday April 15, 5.30pm - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday April 15, 5.30pm - 7.30pm Be sure to check out www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4 with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a few other northerners. The latest Live Encounters special Aotearoa edition features several Northland poets and writers, Lauren Roche, Lincoln Jaques and Piet https://liveencounters.net/ Peter Bakowski will […]
We’re truly thrilled at this new opportunity to bring our musical whānau from Tāmaki Makaurau ki te nōta at ONEONESIX Whangarei, presenting two of our most beloved live acts, both established and emerging in the Aotearoa music scene. On April 24th, with grace and love, we’ll be exhibiting Pacific Psychedelic/Samoan Surf Rock band LEAO, as […]
SIKA Sound Journey - 'Between the Worlds'Something between an ancient ceremony and a movie soundtrack. Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Please bring a yoga mat, pillow and blanket. Be prepared to drop into a deep space. Door sales will be available if there is space. Advanced booking is recommended. Between […]
The international guitar sensation brings his groundbreaking stage show to New Zealand shores for the very first time! Date:May 14th Time:7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Entry:From $43 + booking fee Seated Concert FAMILY FRIENDLY with $20 tickets for under 18s Hailed as “the future of guitar” (Total Guitar), Misko is a globally renowned virtuoso known for his […]
Whangārei band Otium return to the stage to celebrate the release of their brand new single Glide. Known for their dynamic live shows and genre-crossing sound, Otium move effortlessly from pop-funk bangers like Curious to gritty alt-rock anthems like Dollar For The Man. No strangers to the road, the band have built a strong reputation […]
This Time Tomorrow is a four-piece teen pop-rock/punk band made up of a drummer, lead guitarist, bassist, and singer. The lead guitarist and drummer are brothers, who first teamed up with their bassist while homeschooling. Later, after starting school, the brothers met the singer—and the band officially came together. Although still new to performing, the […]
Experience the foot-stomping energy of multi-instrumentalist Graeme James as he brings his one-man-band show to Whangārei's iconic ONEONESIX! Armed with electric violin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, baritone ukulele, mandolin, harmonica, and percussion, Graeme builds epic, full-band soundscapes live on stage—layer by layer—creating a loop-driven folk sound bursting with rhythm, melody, and joy. From his beginnings […]
New music hitting all platforms in May. We're going to rock out 116 to celebrate. Sick lineup of local bands. Blind Eyes are a hugely talented young band who always impress, think Sublime with a twist of funk. Indecent Exposure play hard and fast with attitude, just how we like it! This Time Tomorrow are […]
Join Kara, a local musician, for a fun morning of children’s songs and nursery rhymes on Saturday, 13 June at 116. Formerly a performer in bars and restaurants, she now delights young audiences with nursery rhymes and songs inspired by her new role as a mum. Don’t miss this enchanting event! Sat 13 Jun […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 17 June, 5.30 to 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Many thanks to all those poets who submitted to Fast Fibres Poetry 13. Its looking to be another really great issue.
Returning for his 6th New Zealand tour from Western Australia, catch Ben Catley’s mesmerising guitar show live in Whangārei at ONEONESIX! With virtuoso acoustic guitar playing, big bluesy vocals and an ecstatic stage presence, Ben pours every ounce of his soul into his live show. Having toured all across Aus, NZ & the UK many […]
Designed especially for kids and whānau, this playful live show dives into the strange and fascinating world all around us, from the smelly things hiding in your house, to creepy crawlies in the bush, to the secret nightlife of birds after dark. Through music, storytelling, and hands-on energy, Stink Bug Band brings these tiny (and […]
Greetings Poets POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 15 July, 116 Bank Street, Whangarei 5.30 to 7.30pm Share your fresh poetry here
‘Life in the slow lane’The original 3 , Ben 'Country boy' Collier, Dave 'Snapper' Thiele and Dave 'Fingers of fire' Parker reunite again - with the addition of Dave's son Josh 'JayP' Parker as they embark on possibly their last intrepid adventure together- to create a 12inch Vinyl album. Expect them to have some new […]
Where’s Jai are an Auckland pop-rock five-piece built around the dynamic pairing of two female lead vocalists. Known for their guitar-driven sound and energetic live shows, they’ve quickly become one of New Zealand’s standout emerging bands. Their debut album Fresh Out Of Air debuted at #2 on the Official NZ Music Charts, while their first […]
WILD THEATRE: An original mystery-drama that can’t be rehearsed or repeated. Come and see the only possible staging of this ambitious, genre-bending new creation from Craig Neilson starring local creatives Pearl Cullen, Lutz Hamm, Cas Crayford and Hamish Oakley-Brown. Approx 90 minutes. Proudly presented as part of the Little Lost Art Festival.
As Part of "The Little Lost Art Festival" in Whangarei Lisa Lü and Matmanamat present their new Duo Circus Show for all ages. "The Pilot and the Bird" is a whimsical and family-friendly circus show blending playful storytelling with impressive physical skill. It follows a bird and a pilot as they get to know each […]