Mai Rotorua

Two evenings. Two unique ways to reconnect with the stories, knowledge and traditions of Matariki ✨

🌟 Hākari: Te Iwa o Matariki
📅 6 July 6pm
📍 Sir Howard Morrison Centre

Experience an immersive Matariki evening featuring Prof. Rangi Mātāmua, a curated indigenous degustation by Raukura Huata, and inspiring stories celebrating renewal, remembrance, connection, and mātauranga Māori.

🎟️ Tickets available now - https://sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/hakari-te-iwa-o-matariki

🌟 Ngā Whetū Pīata o te Rangi
📅 9 July 6pm
📍 Sir Howard Morrison Centre

Presented as part of Hawaikirangi – Reconnecting with the Night Sky, Ngā Whetū Pīata o te Rangi features the six Te Arawa kapa haka rōpū selected for Te Matatini 2027, gathering to mark Matariki through waiata, haka and the celebration of Te Arawa identity.

🎟️ Tickets available now - https://sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/nga-whetu-piata-o-te-rangi

The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is coming to the Sir Howard Morrison Center on Friday 18 November 🎸✨

Celebrate one of the most enduring songbooks in popular music history - an era when songs were written with heart, soul and honesty, and melodies stayed with you for a lifetime. This outstanding live production recreates that feeling in the most authentic way possible, with a full live band, powerful backing vocalists and a frontman whose voice and presence capture the unmistakable spirit of Neil Diamond.

From iconic stadium anthems to deeply loved classics, every performance is delivered with energy, respect and a deep love for the
music.

Get your early bird tickets here https://sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/the-sweet-caroline-tour-a-tribute-to-neil-diamond

What a season✨

A huge mihi to the incredible collective behind Tērā te Auahi - the talented artists, performers, creatives and especially our rangatahi who brought this story to life on the stage of the Sir Howard Morrison Centre.

With seven sold-out performances, three school matinees and 5,980 attendees, this production has inspired audiences, captured national attention and showcased the strength of our people, culture and creativity.

Rotorua is incredibly proud of what you've achieved. Ka mau te wehi! 🔥❤️

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What a week for Rotorua Boys’ High School.

The Sir Howard Morrison Centre was filled with waiata, haka and kōrero as students, staff, whānau and supporters came together throughout the festival - culminating in Rotorua Boys' High School being named the 2026 champions.

A proud moment for the kura and a powerful reminder of the talent, culture and connection that continues to thrive here in Rotorua.

Tickets on sale now for Disney’s Tarzan at SHMC! 🌿

Join Rotorua Boys' High School and Rotorua Girls' High School for an unforgettable theatrical adventure filled with heart, humour, spectacular performances, stunning choreography, and the iconic music of Phil Collins performed live by the band

Follow Tarzan’s journey through the African jungle as he discovers where he truly belongs in this exciting production the whole whānau will love

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://sirhowardmorrisoncentre.co.nz/whats-on/tarzan

Something powerful is taking shape in Rotorua 🔥

Tērā te Auahi is a contemporary production inspired by the 1886 Tarawera eruption - bringing one of Aotearoa’s most significant moments in history to the stage this June.

This is your first look behind the scenes as the story begins to come to life.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now for 10–14 June 👉 https://www.ticketmaster.co.nz/te-whare.../artist/4300634

SAVE THE DATE 📣

To celebrate the upcoming release of the band’s debut album, Borderline is coming to the Sir Howard Morrison Centre on 18 July.

Hailing from Auckland, Borderline is Ben Glanfield [guitar, vocals, keys], Jackson Boswell [drums, vocals], Matthew McFadden [lead guitar], and Max Harries [bass, sax]. With the band’s debut album set to drop on June 26th, fans can expect to hear a collection of pop, rock and funk, fusing the quartet’s undeniable chemistry to deliver music you can groove to.

Tickets on sale Thurs 14 May 🎟️