THUR 15 SEPT

POETRY SLAM

Motif Poetry are on search to find Hawke's Bay's next Slam Poetry Champion. A selection of local poets face off to win the hearts and minds of the randomly selected and completely unqualified judges. There's so much wonderful poetry being produced and performed in Hawke's Bay that this year we're running heats. Top ranking poets go on to compete at the grande finale in October and one lucky winner will represent the Bay at the National Poetry Slam in November.

Contact hb@motifpoetry.com to register. More information will be supplied on application. Poets should be prepared to perform up to three poems.

FRI 16 SEPT

THE PONTIACS

Classic like an old american muscle car without the smell of fuel and burnt rubber. The Pontiacs play great music from artists like the Cars, the Police, Eurythmics the Pretenders and more.

SAT 17 SEPT

YAYA AND THE SNAKES

Yaya And The Snakes is a pretty cool band from Wellington! We are here to make your hips twitch, your legs jiggle and face giggle. Producing party vibes and fighting snakes in your garden since 2018 with the power of good ol punky bluesy rock n roll!!

 $10 AT THE DOOR

FRI 23 SEPT

MICHAEL SHARP

This will be a wonderful night of new original music by a local musician and songwriter, Michael Sharp. As well as sharing some older material, Michael and his band will perform his new album, 'Blossoming Tree', live on the Paisley Stage. 

This will be the third concert in a small series celebrating the release of his second studio album. Michael recorded this album at Newsong Studios in Hastings and took a little over 9 months to complete.

The genre is singer-songwriter pop-rock/folk. Come along and support a local musician doing his thing.

SAT 24 SEPT

BURLESQUE

WITH THE BOOMBFUNK VARIETY PERFORMERS

Burlesque is back at the Paisley Stage Join the ladies of Boombfunk for an evening of tease and tricks. They wowed at the very first Laugh Your Mask Off Festival in July, and are bringing back some more gorgeous entertainment for your senses to enjoy. We have a lovely little lineup of performers for this show. First up is Cherry Boomb, she will have you on the edge of your seats with her sizzling tricks. Billie Jean, this starlet although known to the stage loves to dazzle those who watch her. And the newest addition to the crew Phoenix Fortay! Bringing her own style of burlesque that will have you entranced. A not to be missed lineup of performers. Catch them at the Paisley Stage this September for a sultry sexy evening of entertainment. Doors 7:30pm, Show 8pm (R18).

FRI 30 SEPT

MOTEL CALIFORNIA

Motel California is the Eagles Tribute you've been hearing about, selling out gigs across the country. A stylistically and authentic Live Band of professional musicians who sing, play and perform like they've been together for decades - just like the original. Playing all the best loves Eagles hits, come and sing and dance your heart out to Hotel California, Take It Easy, One of These Nights, Tequila Sunrise, Desperado, Heartache Tonight, Life in the Fast Lane, Witchy Woman, New Kid In Town, Take it to the Limit, Lyin’ Eyes, Get Over It, I can't tell you why, Best of My Love and more. A 3 hour show of endless energy and fun.

FRI 7 OCT

MEL PARSONS

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Parsons hits the road in October, and says

“It’s been a long couple of years for everyone so we’re absolutely fizzing to finally be getting back on stage sharing music with audiences again… I’m so excited about this new record and bringing it to life with the band.”

Following the release of SLOW BURN, Parsons’ is joined by her long-time band on the album with cousin Jed Parsons on drums and backing vocals, Aaron Stewart on bass, and Logan playing guitars, piano and backing vocals. 

Featuring the already released moody and nostalgic single ‘Carry On’; the dark and intense track ‘Already Gone’; and most recently, the mellow and meandering single ‘Slow Burn’, the album is to be one of grit and grace, with Parsons’ dusky vocals consuming the eleven new tracks.