Five Fantastic Shows to see in Auckland

Five fantastic artists visiting Auckland
Visitors to Auckland b and b, Aspen House Hotel are reminded that going to concerts or shows in New Zealand can be cheaper than in the visitor’s country. The friendly team always have a list of what’s on, who is coming to town so that visitors can take advantage of the low kiwi dollar!

February and March are big touring months for artists, already this year Al Green, Moby, Lily Allen, Muse, and many other big name artists have played in Auckland.

Aspen House Hotel can book tickets for guests and give advice on the best places to sit. This friendly b and b Auckland is only a short walk to the 10,000 seat Vector arena or the intimate and iconic Civic Theatre.

The Civic Theatre is a beautifully restored building with a flat ceiling cleverly painted to resemble a dome, with thousands of lights as the 'stars’. The 'night sky' is a representation of a Southern Hemisphere sky at 10.00pm on an April evening.
The design style of The Civic is of a Moorish garden at night, with turrets, minarets, spires and tiled roofs and, of course, the famous Abyssinian Panthers. If you do see a show here you will enjoy looking around this incredible venue.

Whether it was Bob Dylan, Al Green or even the legendary late James Brown you won’t forget the show in this impressive venue. The Civic is also the best place to see musicals like Mamma Mia.

Over February and March the Civic and the Arena will see Lyle Lovett, Harry Connick Jr, Boz Scaggs, Diana Krall, Carole King and James Taylor, Kelly Clarkson.

Oh and wait for it, Auckland is getting Lady Gaga live in March - two shows.

Average ticket prices are around NZ$90 which is roughly US$63 or Euro 45 so think about what you pay for a concert ticket in your hometown.

Then think about the queues and sizes of the venues you will probably see your favourite performer in. Consider the compact nature of Auckland City, how close your hotel is to the venue and how you won’t need a taxi fare to have a great night out.

Ask the Aspen House bed and breakfast team to help you have a great stay and enjoy seeing more than the attractions!