Discover our top five picks of what is happening around New Zealand this weekend, June 13-15, 2014.
Zirka Circus
Auckland: The family will love Zirka Circus at The Trusts Arena in Auckland. Performing all weekend, the show features daring acrobatics, juggling, clowns, magic and much more. Adult tickets from $29, with family passes available. See zirkacircus.com
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High Tea
Wellington: Enjoy a decadent high tea with your loved ones at Brasserie Le Cordon Bleu, 48 Cuba Street. Pastry students at the showcase restaurant will entice you with an array of petit fours, scones and sandwiches. The high tea costs $20, and to book call 04 472 9800.
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King Lear
Napier: Attend a film screening of the critically acclaimed National Theatre Live performance of King Lear at the MTG Century Theatre in Napier this Saturday or Sunday. UK critics have praised the production and described it as ‘magnetic’ and ‘awe-inspiring’. Tickets cost $25 and are available from Ticketek, 0800 TICKETEK (842 538).
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Claire Rouault
Nelson: Acclaimed French pianist Claire Rouault will perform at Old St John’s in Nelson on Friday from 7.30pm. The programme includes Mozart’s Sonata No.12 and Debussy’s Clair de Lune & L’Ile Joyeuse. Tickets are $20. To purchase, call 03 548 94 77.
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Old Wine and Vinyls
Blenheim: Start a Sunday afternoon tradition with friends at Old Wine and Vinyls in the Vines at the Marlborough Vintners Hotel from 1pm. Enjoy a glass (or two) of wine from local wineries while listening to classic old tunes. See, mvh.co.nz
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