ENZSO Celebrates
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The NZSO is turning 80, and we’re throwing a party to celebrate! Returning to our iconic collaboration with Split Enz, we’re excited to revisit Eddie Rayner’s dazzling ENZSO charts and perform some of the most beloved songs in the Kiwi Songbook, exploded into full orchestral glory.
Duration:
1 hour and 40 minutes, including interval
Type:
Mainstage
Featured Artist(s):
Gemma New
, Role
Hollie Fullbrook
, Role
Lawrence Arabia
, Role
Reb Fountain
, Role
Composer(s):
Eddie Rayner; Tim Finn; Neil Finn
Programme
Spilt Enz Works from ENZSO album
The NZSO is turning 80, and you’re invited to the party. Returning to the orchestra’s iconic collaboration with Split Enz, conductor Gemma New brings Eddie Rayner’s dazzling ENZSO arrangements back to the stage, transforming beloved songs from the Kiwi songbook into full orchestral colour.
Special guests Reb Fountain, Lawrence Arabia and Hollie Fulbrook of Tiny Ruins join the celebration, with favourites including Message to My Girl, Six Months in a Leaky Boat, I See Red and more.
Settle into the lush surrounds of the newly reopened Wellington Town Hall for a joyful night of nostalgia, surprise and unmistakably New Zealand music. Pack the pineapple lumps, grab a drink and help wish your national orchestra a very happy birthday.
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Sat, 27 Feb
Mainstage
Wellington Town Hall
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Featured artists
What to expect
Not sure what to wear, when to arrive or when to clap? Here’s all the information you need to make the most of your NZSO concert experience.
