If someone told you to dance a jig on top of a double decker bus, would you?I did. So there was that, seeing/hearing an unrivaled orchestra, strong-armed out of Shed 19 by a feisty bouncer, spinning a 480min funky house set, dress-ups, a greater than great beer festival, Mr Wright's 50th and one gigantic Big Club Night Out.As is customary, there was more than meets the eye. To check it out details CLICK HERE! |
Issue #139 lucky devils were:Sianne Olphert & Amanda Speedie were sent the valuable VIP Taste Auckland tickets.Jeff Sole gets the kids off his back with a new XBOX game. Helen Cheng saw People In Your Neighbourhood live last Thursday. Margaret Matthew had the best time in yonks at the Beer Festival. Lee Wallace, Jess Body and Sonic Jett got the CD triple pack. Dale Bushby picked up the Blackcaps supporters jersey. Raymund Macaalay won the Playstation games. Philippa Roos got the Mischief Box. Leila Thomas can now go to the sold out Slynkey party at Suite. Rosa Downes gets to see Paul Glazby & Ben Stevens on April 3rd at Studio. Annie Hensby won the Traffic Bar tab. Amber Simpson from Dunedin is getting couriered a funky fresh Mr Vintage t'shirt. Jake Olsen's name was on the door for Get Shaky (not that he went). Chris Smith saw DJ Falcon spin at Opium Lia Bell was sent Zoo Movie tickets for Grease this week. |
8 cool things up for grabs this week are:1 x Double tickets to The NZ Masquerade Ball at The Logan Campbell Centre on March 28th. Aerial and burlesque performers all over. All you do is dress up all sexy, wear a mask and enjoy the people, music and surroundings. Type “Masquerade Ball” as the title for your email entry back to me.1 x Double ticket to Dinner & A Movie at Toto's next Wednesday March 25th. I'll be there with a few friends, come join in even if you don't win. A decadent evening of fine food, vino and quality entertainment. This evening is hard to beat. Write “Toto's Restaurant” in the header box of an email my way to be in the draw. 1 x $65 box from www.mischiefboxes.co.nz. Mischief Boxes are a wicked new site. They have great gift boxes for parties and special occasions, all which you can customize yourself online. To win, go to their website, look around and tell me where do Mischief Boxes deliver to. Put that word as the title for your entry back to me. 1 x Double ticket to Octane & Club Stargate pres. Paul Glazby & Ben Stevens who rock Studio on April 3rd. Hard dance at its international best. Expect fireworks from the fingers of these gents. Type “Octane v Stargate” as the title for an email back to me to be in to win. 1 x Double pass to Zoo Movies at the Auckland Zoo on next Thursday March 26th. This week the movie is 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'. There will be best dressed prizes, entertainment galore, plus of course one of my fave movies ever. Put “Zoo Movies” as the header of an email back to me to get in the draw. 1 x Double ticket to Ministry Of Sound's Clubbers Guide 09 Tour at Studio this Friday. The feature act is Ashton Shuffle, made famous by doing brilliant remixes for bigger boys, they now debut their maiden track 'For Everyone'. 1000 FB people say they are going, thus a sell-out is assured. Buy tickets now, or win them here by putting “Ashton Shuffle” as the title for your email entry to me. 1 x Mr Vintage t’shirt. You get to go into their Falcon St store in Parnell and select any t’shirt you like. Their garments are very funky, and the service is always with a smile. To possibly win, scout around the site and put the year that Mr Vintage was founded, as the header of your email when you mail me back. Check out www.mrvintage.co.nz. 1 x $50 bar tab for the Traffic Bar & Kitchen to be used NEXT Friday after work. A funky fresh place (located on the corner of Queen & Quay streets) with the meanest menu in town. It's busy, and there's always something novel going on there. If you'd like this tab email me with “Traffic Bar” as the header. |
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Wednesday March 18thOur House: In The Auckland Uni QuadAuckland University Quad, Princes St, Auckland Central No Charge. 12 – 5pm As part of the Uni Orientation Week, where day drinking and heavy socialising is encouraged, what more could you ask for than a big sound rig slamming out pure funky house, operated by 3 qualified blokes. And/Or Movies In Parks: Mystery Feature Western Sports Park, 5 – 7 Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby No Charge. 7 – 10pm It starts with music from Ben King while everyone gets settled, then the flick begins. It's a mystery at this stage, but bound to be a goodie as it's the finale for this park. |
Thursday March 19Metro pres. Taste Of Auckland (begins)Ellerslie Racecourse, 80 – 100 Ascot Ave, Greenlane Tickets $25 from www.tasteofauckland.co.nz. 5.30 – 9.30pm Celebrating some of the best restaurants in town. This unique 4 day event is part of an international festival that began with Taste of London in 2004. Taste of Auckland sees 12 of Auckland’s best restaurants showcasing 3 signature dishes along side the best specialty food, wine and beer suppliers in the country. You even get to meet the chefs who created them. And/Or Team McMillan BMW Rotary Club Of Newmarket Petanque Tournament Epsom Bowling Club, 77 The Drive, Epsom Entry $5. 5.45 – 8.30pm I love this game, whatever your state you have a chance of winning. In this sponsored tournament there is a yummy full BBQ dinner thrown in, and some great new people to schmooze. And/Or Zoo Movies: “Grease” The Auckland Zoo, Motions Rd, Western Springs Tickets $15 - $35 from www.aucklandzoo.co.nz. 6Pm – 9.30pm The clincher as to why I included this was that everyone gets a themed props bag on entry, so you can participate along with the chosen flick. Also, think about what's surrounding you, hundreds of furry friends. Arrive early, there's live music from Shane Cortese, you also get the best seats. |
Friday March 20thBig Brand Sale37 Drake St, Freemans Bay No Charge. 12 – 5pm For those on a strict budget, or shopaholics, this seems too good not to tell you about. Footwear from $15, apparel from $10 and accessories from $5. I'll be there soon after noon :-) And/Or MC'RAVE (Dance Party) Forte, Fort Lane, Auckland Central Entry $5 on the door. 9.30pm – 5am This is what some called me at school, crazy. But tonight you get 58 DJ's (including Iceland's #1 – Johansen), 3 zones, and I think one of Forte's biggest club nights to date. Definitely worth a fly-by. And/Or Ministry Of Sound pres. Clubbers Guide 2009 Annual Tour Studio, 340 K' Rd, Newton Tickets $20 from www.ticketmaster.co.nz. 10Pm - 6am Ashton Shuffle headline this years tour. They're surging up the most wanted lists of promoters worldwide. Their universally crowd pleasing beats, and antics, come to Auckland for the first time in ages, don't miss this if poss. |
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Saturday March 21stPonsonby Market DayPonsonby Road No Charge 10am – 2pm All the shops, cafe's etc along both sides the strip come out to the pavement with, all sorts of entertainment, bargains and fun. Last year this was massive. I recommend a lap for sure. And/Or 'The Anderson Project' by Ex Machina ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Dr, Auckland Central Tickets $45 - $85 from www.the-edge.co.nz. 7.30 – 10pm A spell-binding, multi-layered, mixed-media, surreal show performed by one man, is based upon Hans Christian Anderson's timeless fables. It involves puppets, satire, fantasy, sexual identity and one's thirst for recognition. Sounds fascinating to me. And/Or Shift: CBD Party Galatos, 17 Galatos St, Newton Tickets $10 from Auck. Uni. Quad. 12-2pm this week. $15 on the door. 9Pm – 5pm One of the major things when putting on a party is theming. This team knows how to transform a venue into a wonderland. 3 levels of craziness and super varied dance beats. The clientèle may be on the young side, but the production will be the work of pioneers. |
Sunday March 22ndPurina pres. Bark In The ParkWaiatarua Reserve, 90 Abbots Way, Meadowbank No Charge. 9Am – 3pm Join Sarah Ulmer, Mahe Drysdale and Hamish Carter and take part in the 'Jog the Dog' fun run/walk at 10am, and get a goodie bag at the end. There's heaps more happening though; Get a doggy makeover and a free instant pic to take home, talk to vets about your pooch, see demonstrations, try you dog on the agility courses, win spot prizes... the works. And/Or Lazy Sunday The Birdcage, 133 Franklin Rd, Freeman's Bay No Charge. 12 – 8pm Super sounds for sunny afternoons. Relaxed environment, social folk and it's good whatever the weather. Choons to dance or drink to, this is their March promo mix link http://www.4shared.com/file/93170327/a835c50e/lazymarch_mix.html |
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Monday March 23rdSalsa DancingMecca Stonehouse Cafe, 44 Tamaki Dr, Auckland Central Lesson $20 7 – 9pm. Social Dancing Free 9pm – 12am I think most of us have thought about giving it a go, or at least been nagged by our partners to. Giancarlo & Masha (NZ's leading salsa dance professionals) will be holding a 2 x 45min intermediate salsa class for anyone. The classes are held on heated wooden floors under a wind-proofed veranda. Plus, there is an ice cream bar right next to the dance floor! |
Tuesday March 24th'The Chairs' by Potent PauseThe Maidment Theatre, 8 Alfred St, Auckland Central Tickets $25 - $35 from www.maidment.auckland.ac.nz. 8 – 10pm Strange but captivating theatrical classic. An old man and woman, arrange chairs for a series of invisible guests, who are invited to hear an orator reveal the old man’s discovery of the meaning of life. Do your homework on this play before you attend. Also, performances will be in either English, or French. Check when buying tix. |
Wednesday March 25thDinner & A MovieToto's Restaurant, 53 Nelson St, Auckland Central Tickets $45. 7 – 10pm. Email glen@totorestaurant.co.nz for bookings. I've harped on about this monthly event for 2 years now. I've missed 1 in that time, it's just such a fine time I never grow tired. 4 courses of tasty Italian food (2 served before, and 2 after half time) while you watch a classic flick. Glen's (the owner) chosen a mystery romantic comedy this time. I hope to see as many there as possible. And/Or Sample Gee Birthday (After Party) Bungalow8, Cnr Market & Custom, The Viaduct, Auckland Central No Charge. 10Pm – 3am His drivers license says 40, most think he's still in his early twenties. One of NZ's most recognised DJ's/rave pioneers is celebrating, so let's all go and help him out. |
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Cool Events To Watch Out For On The Horizon:March 26th – Gerry & The Pacemakers @ SkyCity TheatreMarch 26th – Zoo Movies: Rocky Horror Picture Show @ The Auckland Zoo March 26th – NZ Air Guitar Championship (Heat 1) @ Vesbar March 26th - Free Boys Night 09 @ Route 66 March 27th – Scandinavian Festival (begins) @ Alexandra Park Raceway March 28th – PARTY MARTYS LEAVING/33RD BDAY BASH (After Party) @ Pasha (All Welcome) March 28th – Highlife Deluxe Summer Pool Party @ The Backyard March 28th – Oxygen feat. Stoneface & Terminal @ Studio March 28th – Urbis Design Day @ 9 Central Auckland Showrooms March 29th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 1st – Movies In Parks: 2nd Hand Wedding @ Glover Park April 2nd – Zoo Movies: Mamma Mia @ The Auckland Zoo April 3rd – Vicious Circle Tour 09 feat. Paul Glazby & Ben Stevens @ Studio April 3rd – Black Tie Drag Bingo @ Hopetoun Alpha April 4th – Party Marty leaves NZ April 4th – Miss World Charity Ball @ SkyCity Convention Centre April 5th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 5th – Orewa Beach Half Marathon @ Orewa April 5th – The Cherry Orchard feat. Ethan Hawke (begins) @ ASB Theatre April 6th – Daylight Savings Ends @ 3am in NZ April 8th – Movies In parks: King Kong @ Glover Park April 8th – The Killers @ Vector Arena April 9th – Nitelife Dance Party & Awards @ Ellerslie Racecourse April 10th – Easter Paradise Dance Party @ Studio April 12th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 12th – Renaissance feat. Satoshi Tomiise @ A'isha April 17th – V8 Supercars 'Hamilton 400' @ Hamilton April 16th – World Cinema Showcase (begins) @ Academy Cinema April 18th – Chemistry Dance Party @ Auckland Town Hall April 19th – The Wedding Show @ Aotea Centre April 19th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 24th – Red Bull Soundclash: Mint Chicks v King Kapisi @ The Powerstation April 25th – ANZAC DAY April 25th – Sneaky Sound System @ The Powerstation April 26th – Bride & Groom Show @ Ellerslie Event Centre May 1st – NZ Air Guitar Grand Final @ Vesbar May 1st – Cadbury Crunchie Comedy Gala @ Aotea Centre, ASB Theatre May 6th – Pussycat Dolls feat. Lady Gaga @ Vector Arena |