As a result of a number of events postponing due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we recommend you check the event / workshop organisers website or contact the organisers direct to find out if they are still going ahead. If you are involved in an event that is currently being promoted on the CBOP website please email us at connect@creativebop.org.nz and keep us up-to-date on any cancelations or date changes.
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JK Russ: Hard Sell Future
Tauranga Art Gallery Toi Tauranga is pleased to announce a major new site-specific commission and exhibition
Tony Fomison: Lost in t...
Tony Fomison: Lost in the Dark is a collaboration between Wellington High School students and Te
Tauranga Moana Collections
Tauranga Moana Collections is an opportunity to view a selection of the treasures from the art collections
Champions in Their Field
Running from September to January, this exciting exhibition will feature exhibits from some of our local
The Blues Brothers: Fir...
A world premiere, Tauranga Musical Theatre is thrilled to be hosting the The Blues Brothers™
Matthew Couper: Isolati...
Matthew Couper’s practice over the past decade has appropriated aspects of western art
TAG Art Hunt
Search for art clues and collect a small prize at the
Small Prints – Pr...
Print exhibition opening on 30 October at The Incubator Creative Hub, in collaboration with the Print Council
Tauranga Society of Art...
2020 October Original Art Expo and Supreme
Diverse Marks – a...
Diverse Marks reinforces how stitch can be accepted as an art medium, happily sitting alongside a variety of
Mike Maynard: The Undis...
Mike Maynard is again displaying his artwork produced since suffering a stroke in
Coast presents Automati...
Be propelled back to the age of
ImpacTauranga Rangatahi...
ImpacTauranga is a non-profit organisation working to support vulnerable youth and their families in the
Fundamentals of Paintin...
This is an inspiring and productive one-day workshop for all levels of
Project Youth Hip Hop D...
Junior and Mega Crew, then Varsity & Adult shows as the crews battle it out for over $5,000 in prize
Freaky Meat – At ...
Beat-poet Shane Hollands is joined by accomplished musicians John McNab (guitar), Rod Redgrave (percussion),
Friends! The Musical Pa...
So, no one told you life was gonna be this way, nor did they tell you about the hilarious new musical that
A Cool Way to Paint wit...
Come along with friends for an enjoyable time learning a new art medium for
SOLD OUT: Paint Your In...
This is an opportunity to take time out from your obligations and commitments to connect with your inner
Honest Liars Improv Com...
Anything can happen and often does – even the players haven’t got a
Group Drama Classes
Group drama classes for students aged 8
Mauao Kids Choir
The Mauao Kids Choir is more than just singing, it is an opportunity to practice and perform as part of group
Kingsley Spargo with sp...
Sound artist Kingsley Spargo performs material from the acclaimed album Chasing Spirits, and previews new
First Date
With a contemporary rock score, First Date gleefully pokes fun at the mishaps and mistakes of blind dates and
Composition & Ligh...
Learn how to get great photos with Kim Westerskov’s photo workshops in
Light up the Night: Rai...
Raising awareness for
Handel’s ‘I...
Join some of New Zealand's finest musicians for this exquisite musical
White Chapel Jak (RESCH...
Love grown music comes to life Summer 2020 with White Chapel
Fundamentals of Paintin...
This course will be based on traditional painting techniques with some contemporary approaches applied to the
Te Putanga Toi Arts Acc...
Te Putanga Toi Arts Access Awards celebrate the contribution of individuals, groups and organisations in
Fundamentals of Paintin...
This course will be based on traditional painting techniques with some contemporary approaches applied to the
Your Digital Strategy
Digital Marketing For Creatives Workshop One: Your Digital Strategy Overview of the powers of social media
Tauranga Opera Forum Sc...
Tauranga Opera Forum’s 2020 programme of DVD opera screenings on the third Thursday of the month is
The Test Tube – E...
The Test Tube Project is an incubative and innovative series of bi-monthly events that will support the local
Anna Coddington
This run of intimate, solo shows will see Coddington testing new material across the country, and
Escape! festival
Speaker programme includes Charles Upham biographer Tom Scott, a comedic history of NZ with Te Radar,
Tauranga Zinefest 2020
The Tauranga Zinefest is back in action for
ELEMENTAL
Ballet.Culture will celebrate and explore the wonders of Earth, Fire, Air and
Marmalade Skies
Be prepared to be pleasantly surprised that we’re actually pretty
Alcohol Ink – Clock, Ca...
This full day course will teach you the basics of alcohol
Lawrence Arabia Single ...
Lawrence Arabia will enchant in these intimate settings with nothing other than himself, his collection of
Te Moana Glow Show
Illuminate kids’ hearts and minds with this magical giant-scale glow-in-the-dark puppet
Absolute Beginner’...
A practical guide to learn the fundamental skills needed for
Absolute Beginner’...
A practical guide to learn the fundamental skills needed for
The Shows Must Go On
Dust off those musical theatre cobwebs and return to your seats to indulge in the magic of the very best
Timeless – NZSO
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra sees out Beethoven’s anniversary year with a programme placing
Bay Salsa Festival 2020
This Labour weekend some of New Zealand’s top Latin dance teachers and performers will be in Tauranga for a
SOLD OUT: Reb Fountain
Award winning New Zealand singer-songwriter, Reb Fountain, announces an extensive 10-date tour in celebration
You Should Be Dancing
"You Should Be Dancing" is a great big DISCO DANCING
Bic Runga
Bic Runga performs on Sunday, 25 October at Baycourt Theatre with support from Tauranga's own
The Howard Morrison Qua...
The Howard Morrison Quartet Take Two will faithfully recreate a trip down memory lane for the followers of
Mechanics of Instagram,...
Digital Marketing For Creatives Workshop Two: Mechanics of Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn Instagram 101
Caitriona Fallon –...
Caitríona Fallon is an accomplished performer with a “spine tingling
Exciting Techniques wit...
Learn how to get great photos with Kim Westerskov’s photo workshops in
Oktoberfest Tauranga 2020
Think traditional Oktoberfest - costumes - lederhosen and dirndl, schweinshaxe pork roast, bratwurst
The Mount’s Annua...
Join us on Halloween, October 31st at Totara St, Mount Maunganui for a night of weird costumes, weird dancing
Cool Way to Paint with ...
Come along with friends for an enjoyable time learning a new art medium for
Chopper: The Silencer
Chopper cordially invites the world to shut the f**k up for a change. Welcome The
Stretch
With songs from the soul and a sound that transports listeners, this is life-affirming music, undeniable in
Portrait Painting (Nove...
This is an inspiring and productive one-day workshop for all levels of
Alcohol Ink – Zeb...
Alcohol ink has a mind of its own but is a fun medium to use and the students take home their finished
Kokomo Unplugged
Kokomo is a blues and roots band resident in New Zealand's Bay of
Social Media Advertising
Digital Marketing For Creatives Workshop Three: Social Media Advertising How Facebook and Instagram ads work
Popstars: The 90s Musical
Packed with pop smash hits from the hyper-coloured
Learning to Use Alcohol...
This full day course will teach you the basics of alcohol
Anthony Coulter
An action packed show featuring songs from Shaking Her Wings with the radio friendly Go Go Girl to get you
Bruce Springsteen Tribu...
THE BOSS is a full production, kick-ass compliment of nine passionate musicians bringing alive the timeless
Great photos with Kim W...
Learn how to get great photos with Kim Westerskov’s photo workshops in
Garden and Art Festival
We celebrate the beauty and diversity of our region's gardens and the creativity of talented
Tauranga Woodcrafters Show
Tauranga Woodcrafters are holding their annual show for 2020 at the Mount Sports Centre on November 20th,
Albi & The Wolves
Albi & The Wolves set fire to stages and fill hearts with hope with their energetic and relatable alternative
Chair Upholstery
Bring a simple dining chair or simple arm chair and turn it into a master
The ABBA Show
Direct from Australia, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand after a sell-out
Daniel Champagne
The young Australian born, Nashville based virtuoso recently described as 'the finest guitar player of this
Mad Caddies
Loved for their essential distillation of ska, reggae and pop punk, Mad Caddies have attracted a loyal and
The ‘B’ Bom...
A high energy, exciting dance show featuring themes starting with
Cool Way to Paint with ...
Come along with friends for an enjoyable time learning a new art medium for
Paul Ubana Jones
One of the most exciting electro/acoustic artist on the music scene since his arrival in
Rug of Numbers
After releasing 'Betsy' in May, and 'Rug of Numbers' in August, Laura-mae is going on another Summer
Yesterday Once More
YESTERDAY ONCE MORE stars four dynamic performers direct from Las