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Musicians & Singers

BRING IN THE BAND

Bring in the Band provides live music for corporate functions, weddings, charity fundraising events, and private parties for any occasion. Bring in the Band are the ideal choice for any sized event that needs great music - whether it be a formal black tie event or a fun family celebration, we will lift the roof with our energetic party sets!

Contact: Nina Blackburn (Auckland, NZ)

Bring in the Band Website


ANDRE MENDES DA COSTA - PIANIST - Set the right atmosphere with live piano music. From Wairarapa to Wellington, for large gatherings to the more intimate occasions, formal or informal, André performs an extensive repertoire of popular tunes, ballads and light jazz - music to enhance and complement your special occasion.
Contact: Andre Mendes da Costa (Waiarapa, NZ)
Andre Mendes da Costa - Pianist


RICHARDSON ENTERTAINMENT - Bands arranged to suit your occasion. Solo Piano (cocktail) solo violin (classical/jazz) Duo, Trio Quartet Dixieland sextet or septet
Contact: Les Richardson (Alexandra, NZ)
Richardson Entertainment


STRINGS'N'THINGS - String trio or quartet to enhance your corporate functions, weddings or other special occasions. We are highly experienced, fully professional musicians.
Contact: Blanche Charles (Wellington, NZ)
Strings 'n' Things Website


HAMILTON OPERATYIC SOCIETY INC - Hamilton Operatic Society is one of the oldest musical theatre groups in New Zealand, celebrating it's 100th year in 2004. Every year the Society produces 2-3 productions at either Founders Memorial Theatre or The Community Theatre. Past Productions have included well-known musicals such as Les Miserables, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, Evita and Chicago, as well as compilation shows and theatre restaurant shows commissioned for the society.
Contact: Chris Parker (Hamilton, NZ)
Hamilton Operatic Society Inc.


THE AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA - Welcome to the Auckland Philharmonia! The orchestra has been around for more than 23 years and would not be here today without the enthusiastic support and involvement of literally hundreds of individuals and organisations.
Contact: Richard Ebbett (Auckland, NZ)
The Auckland Philharmonia


THE MERMAIDS DANCE BAND - "The Mermaids" present a polished and professional musical entertainment experience; many tunes are choreographed and glamorous costumes appropriate to the occasion or theme are worn by Joe, Rebecca and Pauline. Each singer, a distinctive lead vocalist in their own right, takes turns singing lead in various genres as well as blending in harmony on backing vocals. Accompanied by superb guitar playing, the overall sound is unique and of international standard.
Contact: Martin Winch (Auckland, NZ)
The Mermaids Dance Band


FIND A BAND - Find A Band offers live entertainment for your Wedding, School Ball, Party, Corporate Function, Private Function and Event. Whether it's a covers band, rock band, jazz band, dance band, comedy act, string quartet, DJ or something else, Find A Band has got you covered.
Contact: Sam Browne (Ellerslie, Auckland, NZ) Phone: 09 580 2217
Find A Band


ALTER EGO PRODUCTIONS LTD - Looking for a band to play at your party or private function? Live in or around the Auckland, New Zealand area? You've come to the right place! Alter Ego play a mix of pop and rock party songs, with a set list designed to make sure you never leave the dance floor. Weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, any special occasion, you name it! We love encouraging people to have a good time
Contact: Jo Hudson (Freemans Bay, Auckland, NZ) Phone: 64 9 3070742
Alter Ego Productions Ltd


AMPED VISION - Rock Band playing Covers and Originals. Amped Vision is available for hire for Weddings, Birthday parties, New Years Eve parties and more.
Contact: Tracey (Freemans Bay, Tauranga, NZ) Phone : 027 2131065
Amped Vision


FIND A BAND - Find A Band offers live entertainment bands for hire from Auckland Wedding Bands through to Dunedin covers bands. We\'ve got live entertainment covered! Wedding bands, party bands, covers bands and so much more are available here at Find A Band. We are NZ\'s finest band hire agency, with bands for weddings, parties and events in New Zealand. We have everything from rock, pop and dance through to jazz, string quartets and opera singers.
Contact: Sam Browne (Auckland, NZ) Phone : 021 889 551
Find A Band


TIM ARMSTRONG BAND - Three piece band and solo perform live music to appeal to any kind of function.great for weddings and partys.
Contact: Tim Armstrong (Morrinsville, NZ) Phone: 07 889 1128
Tim Armstrong band


DRIVEN - A professional four piece band (Drums, Bass, Guitar and Vocals) based in the Western Bay of Plenty in New Zealand. We play regular pub gigs, functions and parties anywhere in the North Island. Driven are experienced musicians that like to play Rock music, from all eras.
Contact: Tracey (Tauranga, NZ) Phone: 027 213 1065
FAB FACES


FAB FACES - Fab faces will add magic and excitement to your next event with face painting and glitter tattoos. Professional, friendly and reliable, you can be assured of a fabulous party!
Contact: Sarah Holland (Flat Bush, Auckland, NZ) Phone: 021 739 925
Fab Faces: Face Painting by Sarah




Discos

CHART - CHRISTCHURCHMUSIC.ORG.NZ - Christchurch music news, events, artists, venues, studios, festivals, gig guides, industry seminars, jobs, giveaways and much more - Christchurchmusic.org.nz is the home of contemporary popular music in Christchurch, New Zealand.
(Christchurch, NZ) Phone: (03) 3654 221
CHART - Christchurchmusic.org.nz



Discos

MUSICAL CHEERS DJ & ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES - Musical Cheers have more than 10 years experience providing quality dj entertainment for weddings, birthdays, school dances, formals, and much more...
Contact: Ed (Wellington, NZ)
Musical Cheers dj & Entertainment Services


CAPITAL DISCO, PROFESSIONAL MOBILE DISCO'S AND DJ - Mobile Disco and DJ service, specialising in weddings and corporate events. Features a music database and links relevant to organising a conference or wedding. DJ NZ Wedding, Wedding,Corporate & Conference Entertainment Specialists Wellington NZ Wellington DJ's DJs mobile disco in Wellington DJ primary school dance wedding DJ Wedding disco Wellington Disco New Zealand DJ Wellington disco 21st NZ DJ Wellington disco,
Contact: Brent de Bres (Wellington, NZ)
Capital Disco Website


DJ RICHARD, RENDEZVOUS DISCOS - Friendly, trustworthy, quality entertainment for your wedding reception starts here. If you are looking for reliable, memorable and professional DJ entertainment for your wedding reception, feel free to contact me. Weddings are special occasions and I personally feel it's a privilege to be involved in a couple's special day. After all of your careful preparation and planning, a great reception completes that perfect day. I can help out with planning the flow of your reception to ensure the night runs smoothly and you are left feeling blissfully happy and relaxed.
Contact: Richard Mills (Wellington, NZ)
DJ Richard, Rendezvous Discos


FIND A DJ - Find A DJ provides DJ hire entertainment for weddings, parties and events in New Zealand. We have Auckland DJs for hire through to Dunedin DJs for hire, and everywhere in between.
Contact: Sam Browne (Auckland, NZ) Phone : 021 889 551
Find A DJ


NZDJ - NZDJ is New Zealand’s premier entertainment company. NZDJ is an Auckland based DJ company however we provide entertainment services to customers New Zealand wide. We are a dynamic company providing Mobile DJ Entertainment to functions and events including Afterballs, Dance Parties, Birthdays, High School & Primary School Functions, Corporate Events, Christmas Parties, Weddings, Engagements, Clubs & Bars, Themed Parties and Sports Social Club nights. No matter what the event, we have specialized DJ’s to cater to your musical requirements. We provide professional sound, lighting & entertainment to your function with a friendly, punctual and well presented DJ who will play the music chosen by you. NZDJ is a customer focused business with the aim to provide professional entertainment, value for money, efficient & friendly customer service and long term customer relationships.
Contact: Kieran Bell (Auckland, NZ) Phone : 0274 266 251
NZDJ



CLASSIC SPEECHES - Classic Best Man Speeches has the largest collection of FREE Best Man Speeches and writing guides to create and deliver a great wedding toast.
Contact: Gareth Berry (Auckland, NZ)
Classic Speeches



Performers

WOODLYN PARK - The Only Show of it's type in New Zealand from live explosions, hypnotising a sheep and loads of audience particapation to Don Rash the Famous Dancing Pig.
Contact: Billy Black (Otorohanga, NZ)
Woodlyn Park


FOOL OF FUN - Circus and comedy style entertainment for children's parties, schools, private functions, community and corporate events. I offer juggling, clowning, unicycling, balloon twisting, comedy trapeze, balancing, circus workshops and much more.
Contact: Louise Kerr (1 Aldersgate Street, Kaiapoi, NZ) Phone: 027 312 0700
Fool of Fun Entertainment - Comedy, Circus and Clowning


PARTY PLANET - Party Planet specialise in organizing & hosting magical fairy birthday parties for children at our leafy fairy grotto \'Fairyland\', in Hamilton East. We take care of all the details for you. At a \'Fairyland\' fairy party we take care of everything, while you relax and watch the fun. All you need to bring is the children. Your day will be hassle free - no preparation & no cleaning up afterward! A Fairy Party makes a fun birthday celebration and our Fairy Morning Teas are great for play-groups or just rainy-day fun. Of course Pirates are welcome too! Beautiful costumes, traditional party games (the ones Mum used to play when she was a girl), yummy food, novelty cakes, party loot bags... we have everything you need for a fun-filled party. Our venue is self-contained making it suitable for in all weather - week-days or weekends.
Contact: Megan Keane (40 Naylor St, Hamilton, NZ) Phone : 07 856 2602
Party Planet


RUEBEN KING MAGICIAN - Description: Reuben King Magician been performing for children and family audiences for over six years both overseas in Japan and South Africa, as well as here in Auckland, New Zealand. Reuben specializes in family and children\\\'s magic shows for birthday parties and special events, offering visual magic and comedy that everyone will be able to share in and enjoy together.
Contact: Reuben King (Northcote, Auckland, NZ) Phone: 09 940 1817
Reuben King Magician


CHRIS DAVIS - PERFORMERS - Chris Davis is a circus, corporate, and festival entertainer with over 16 years experience. He has performed in many different countries and his performances range across a huge variety of events and venues. Chris provides performances ranging from living statues to chainsaw juggling, fire eating, fire dancing, acrobatics, children\'s shows and roving characters. Past clients and events include Air New Zealand, Television New Zealand, Australia\'s Channel Ten, Whitebait Television, Christchurch World Buskers Festival, Melbourne Cup Day at Flemington, Konica Minolta, Michael Hill Jewelers, The MCG - Melbourne Cricket Ground, BBC, Harcourts Real Estate, Louis Vuitton, Christchurch Casino, Hokitika Wildfoods Festival, Rotorua Business Awards, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The United States Antarctic Program, The Royal Agricultural Show, Unismart, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Christchurch Race Week, Netherlands World Statues Festival (etc).
Contact: Chris Davis (66 London Street, Lyttelton, NZ) Phone: +64 3 3289039
Chris Davis - Performer


FIRETRYBE NATION - FireTrybe Artists present Professional Fire Shows and Performances by the committed and talented team that is FireTrybe. Set your guest's imagination ablaze with the mystical and hypnotic passion that is FireTrybe Nation. Be inspired by Fire Manipulation fused with acrobatics, captivating costumes and magic as FireTrybe Nation's Spellbinding Entertainers invite you into their Fiery Underworld. For professional and reliable entertainment for your next event, FireTrybe Nation is guaranteed to heat up your night with their high energy choreographed fire shows. FireTrybe's roving and diversely skilled Fire Performers and Circus characters (from Stilt Walkers, to Magicians and Jugglers, to Sword Swallowers) infuse their environment with fervour leaving guests bemused and amused. Suitable for indoor/outdoor Corporate, Wedding Receptions, Nightclub, Cabaret, Backyard, Festivals, Roving Character and Stage Performances. Whatever your event, venue or budget, FireTrybe Nation entertainers are the WOW factor you have been looking for. Be amazed by our experienced Fire, Circus and Burlesque performers for confidence in successful, safe and compelling entertainment at your next event.
Contact: Ciara Thorburn (Christchurch, NZ)
FireTrybe Nation




Theatre


Agencies

CANTERBURY ENTERTAINMENT - We hire Disco (DJ's), Jukeboxes, Karaoke and Disco/Karaoke for any private function, big or small. Professional entertainers and service at a reasonable price.
Contact: Paul Eastwood-Williams (Christchurch, NZ)
Canterbury Entertainment


PLAYTIME PROMOTIONS LTD - Christchurch based music agency supplying entertainment for Hotels, clubs, bars, weddings, corporate functions etc. Over 100 acts covering most styles, tastes, budgets, etc. Established over 15 years and the market leader in Christchurch.
Contact: John Woolcott (Christchurch, NZ)
Playtime Promotions Limited


BOUNCETIME PARTY HIRE - Christchurch based music agency supplying entertainment for Hotels, clubs, bars, weddings, corporate functions etc. Over 100 acts covering most styles, tastes, budgets, etc. Established over 15 years and the market leader in Christchurch.
If you are planning a party which involves kids, then you can't get by without some sort of entertainment. All kids love bouncy castles, and it makes the host's job so much easier when the kids are happy. So if you are having a party soon, give us a call. You won't regret it. We have six castles of excellent quality. Contact: Mark Hedworth (Canterbury, NZ)
BounceTime Party Hire


BIGGIE - Biggie features a vast range of editorial content across interviews, news and reviews about music, events, fashion, tech toys, movies, cds and games to name a few… Our comprehensive guide to events, venues, music acts and promoters has become a bible to members looking for information on what’s coming up. Being able to deliver the latest information as it comes to hand while providing our members with a high level of interactivity means we outstrip any conventional media. Members find it imperitive to check Biggie’s Photo Gallery on a Monday to see who was out and it is not uncommon to spend hours a week on the forum interacting with others in the demographic and discussing every topic under the sun.
(NZ)
Biggie.co.nz


BOUNCY FUN CASTLES - Bouncy Castle Hire Auckland. Hire Bouncy Castles for special events - Auckland wide. A great selection of Bouncy Castles for kid's parties and other events in Auckland. Thinking of hiring a bouncy castle? Need a selection of Bouncy castles to view?
Contact: Tasha (Mangere Bridge, Auckland, NZ) Phone: 09 948 5115
Bouncy Fun Castles Ltd






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