Tangihanga
āTangihanga,ā performed by Kristyl Neho, is a 75-minute drama comedy centred around Jess, a loving daughter, whose father Karanipa passes away, leading his whÄnau and friends to travel near and […]
āTangihanga,ā performed by Kristyl Neho, is a 75-minute drama comedy centred around Jess, a loving daughter, whose father Karanipa passes away, leading his whÄnau and friends to travel near and […]
A double billing to take you through an immersive night of music and movement, first up we have ACT 1 - The Amber Temple. An original music and interpretive dance collaboration between singer-songwriter Julian Temple and contemporary dancer Amber Stephens, The Amber Temple marries mysticism with gritty, ghoulish escapades of rogues and renegades. Vignettes of […]
After Phantom Billstickers National Poetry Day and the excitement of the FFP12 launch in the main hall, we are back in the green room/backroom. POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday September 10, 5.30 - […]
This powerful experience is like a soundtrack that is crafted to go with your life. Something between an ancient ceremony and a movie soundtrack. 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. Sika's Sound […]
Warning: Creatures on the loose! Out of cardboard boxes, buttons, and bits of string, a peculiar gang of puppets have arrived. Theyāve come to dance, squawk, and tell very odd […]
Enter the slightly quirky and magical world of ukulele trio āThe NukesāĀ 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 āCreature Featureā and a fully animated video āMax- the musical mosquitoā- funded by the NZ […]
Join ukulele group, The Nukes, for a road trip like no other ā 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, […]
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, […]
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. Itās 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Catch We Mavericks live at ONEONESIX Theatre in WhangÄrei on Sunday 2 November 2025 for an evening of unforgettable music and connection. We Mavericks, a trans-Tasman duo, know how to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 ā 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 Kimās 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 boxerĀ 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. MOppyĀ (Thom Burton) joins […]
A rehearsed reading of a new script by local writer Vincent Nathan. Tue 25 Nov 2025, 6:30pmā8:00pm Wed 26 Nov 2025, 6:30pmā8:00pm @ONEONESIX Across time and tide, TÄwhirimÄtea ā the […]
Guess Whoās 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 […]
Five stories. Five adventures. A celebration of courage, friendship, and imagination ā all brought to life by our talented NYT Junior performers! Join us as we journey through new worlds […]
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 ā 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 […]
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 […]
Fungi Film Fest WhangÄrei (FFFWh) is our very own screening of the worldās only film festival dedicated to the beauty, otherworldliness, and human influences of mushrooms, lichens, and micro fungi. […]
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 […]
Speed is Emotional theatre at ONEONESIX ADHD - itās so hot right now! PÅnekeās creative powerhouse Jo Randerson (ONZM) unpacks their diagnosis, neurodivergent parenting, sad songs, men taking their time, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Three ill-equipped wardens keep watch over a makeshift community (thatās you, the audience) who must learn to work together. But as the threat outside takes shape, the atmosphere inside begins […]
NZās āQueen of Discoā, Louāana, reveals magnetic and mystical album DISCO WITCH and New Zealand tour Aotearoaās very own Queen of Disco, Louāana, 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, Louāana 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 outĀ www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4Ā with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a […]
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 […]
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu ā bringing with it a healthy dose of salt-water cinema, surf culture, and […]
Star of ā7DAYSā and the voice of āStickman, PAUL EGO, is taking his solo standup show āSTICKā right around NZ in 2026. Fri 10 Apr 2026, 7:30pmā9:00pm @ ONEONESIX Be […]
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 […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday April 15,Ā 5.30pm - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday April 15, 5.30pm - 7.30pm Be sure to check outĀ www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4Ā with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a […]
Weāre truly thrilled at this new opportunity to bring our musical whÄnau from TÄmaki Makaurau ki te nÅta at ONEONESIX Whangarei, presenting two of our most beloved live acts, both […]
SIKA Sound Journey - 'Between the Worlds'Something between an ancient ceremony and a movie soundtrack. Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM ā 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 pmĀ -Ā 9:30 pm Entry:From $43 + booking fee Seated Concert […]
WhangÄrei 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 […]
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 […]
Experience the foot-stomping energy of multi-instrumentalist Graeme James as he brings his one-man-band show to WhangÄrei's iconic ONEONESIX! Armed with electric violin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, baritone ukulele, mandolin, harmonica, […]
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 […]
Join Kara, a local musician, for a fun morning of childrenās songs and nursery rhymes on Saturday, 13 June at 116. Formerly a performer in bars and restaurants, she now […]
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 […]
Returning for his 6th New Zealand tour from Western Australia, catch Ben Catleyās mesmerising guitar show live in WhangÄrei at ONEONESIX! With virtuoso acoustic guitar playing, big bluesy vocals and […]
Designed especially for kids and whÄnau, this playful live show dives into the strange and fascinating world all around us, from the smelly things hiding in your house, to creepy […]