Venture forth into the surreal world of David Lynch as the opulent red and gold tapestry of The Civic's Wintergarden is transformed into The Black Lodge, where reality bends and twists with every note. Behold the mesmerising performances of Princess Chelsea and The Dream Warriors, fresh from taking home the Te Manu Taki Whanokē o te Tau | Best Alternative Artist award at the Aotearoa Music Awards, alongside special friends Half Hexagon, whose kosmische synth songs summon melodies that traverse the boundaries of reality and will have any self-respecting Log Lady up and dancing.
As the night unfurls its secrets, guests are lured into the depths of the unknown, with live Karaoke guided by the mysterious Special Agent Matthew Crawley (exclusive to Auckland). Prizes await those brave souls who dare step onto the stage, their voices becoming one with the surreal symphony that echoes through the night. Welcome to Princess Chelsea's Midwinter Ball—a celebration of the arcane, where Twin Peaks converges with the symphony of the surreal, promising an evening of wonder and enchantment like no other. The owls are not what they seem…
Local tip
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Make a night of it in the Aotea Arts Quarter. Aotea Square, Auckland Town Hall, Q Theatre and plenty of nearby dining options are all within a short walk of The Civic.
Getting there
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The Civic is on the corner of Queen and Wellesley Streets in the city centre. Te Waihorotiu Station is right nearby, making the train an easy option, while frequent bus services stop along Queen and Wellesley Streets. If driving, The Civic Car Park beneath Aotea Square is the closest parking option. For more transport information, check out our Getting Around page.
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