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Take to the stage at one of our prestigious MauaoPAC Student Concerts! Students' 'cut their teeth' on the same stage as national and international touring acts.

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We believe the benefit from being taught a craft by someone who is skilled, educated and uses their talent within the community is second to none. All our tutors are involved in a number of different aspects within the music and performance industries.

Bands, solo projects, recording and production experience enable them to bring a wealth of knowledge to their lessons. Focusing on technique, theory and live performance ensures that, with enough practice, students progress in leaps and bounds. Mauao Performing Arts Centre's mission is to provide a fun and educational experience that gets results and keeps students interested and keen to learn more. 

Students grow and work towards taking to the awesome TOTARA ST stage at one of our prestigious student concerts. One of the great benefits of learning with MauaoPAC is that students get to experience performing in a safe and supportive environment alongside other artists and on the same stage as international touring acts and some of New Zealand's best-known performers.

Founded in 2010, Mauao Performing Arts Centre is comprised of five teaching studios, a recording studio, waiting room, reception, commercial kitchen and a 420 capacity performance space named TOTARA ST.

Since inception there have been many upgrades and adjustments made to provide the community with the best facilities possible. We provide one-on-one private tuition, group drama classes, a school holiday DJ Academy, special needs workshops and the MauaoPAC Contemporary Choir.

With a raft of activity going on under one roof, MauaoPAC provides musicians, students and families with a creative hub. Taking into account the diverse variety of shows and events that occur in the TOTARA ST performance space, the Centre plays host to all walks of life within our amazing and talented community.

Coming Events

Blame it on the Boogie has been specifically designed to release an onslaught of endorphins, burn multiple calories and place you into a euphoric state of disco bliss.

It must be noted that there are a range of side effects that may result approximately 12 hours after event initiation.

Main side effects are as follows:
Sore, tired feet.
Aching leg muscles.
Some may experience mild hip pain.

If you have any existing medical conditions relating to your feet or legs please consult a medical professional before purchasing a ticket.

Get ready, Mount Maunganui! The powerhouse Australian blues-rock trio 19-Twenty are hitting the stage at Totara St for a night of explosive energy, killer grooves, and raw, roots-driven rock that will shake the walls and stir your soul.

Known for their electrifying live shows and unstoppable momentum, 19-Twenty are bringing their Life Is Good Winter Tour to one of the Bay’s premier live music venues for a show you won’t forget.

We’re bringing it home.

Brigsy — a rising force in Aotearoa’s drum and bass scene and originally from Tauranga — is coming back for a one-off headline set at Totara Street. From underground raves to festival stages, Brigsy has been making serious waves with his high-energy performances and tight production. Now, he’s returning to where it all began.

This isn’t just another gig — it’s a full-circle moment, and you're invited.

The Automatic 80s - Totara St 25

Get ready to relive the magic of the ultimate decade with Automatic 80s — Aotearoa New Zealand’s heavyweights of the live 80s scene! With a reputation for packing out venues across the country, Automatic 80s deliver all the biggest hits from the era of neon, big hair, and unforgettable anthems.

Fronted by powerhouse vocalists and backed by world-class musicians, every performance is a high-energy, nostalgic trip back in time. Whether you're an 80s original or just discovering the decade's best music, Automatic 80s guarantee a night of non-stop singalongs, dancing, and nostalgia.

Your favourite teen tribute band, SUNKISSED, is back! This time, performing their Pop Tribute show LIVE at TOTARA ST this July.

Get ready to dance through a decade of pop perfection at the ULTIMATE live music gig for kids, tweens, teens - and parents too.

Jam out to all your faves including hits from Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Chappell Roan, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Billie Eilish, Avril Lavigne, Taylor Swift… and more. All performed by the talented Sunkissed 6-piece band, and special guest, up-and-coming local musician Sophie-Maude.

Surge Audio Presents: THE UPBEATS | Mount Maunganui

New Zealand drum and bass duo The Upbeats continue to be a powerhouse in the electronic music scene.

Known for their high-energy, genre-blending style, they’ve spent the past two decades pushing the boundaries of drum and bass, evolving from Wellington’s underground music circles to becoming a global name in the genre.

Calling all Early Birds!

Come join us for our daytime clubbing party for seasoned party goers who are 30+ and love going to bed at a reasonable time...

Our DJ’s will be spinning all your fave hits from the 70s through to the early 00s for one unforgettable evening.

Come relive your party days with us where we'll have:

🍸 Themed cocktails

🎁 Giveaways on the night

👗 Best dressed costume competition!!

︎SO TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT, WHAT YOU REALLY REALLY WANT

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Calling all Barbie Girls, Teenage Dirtbags and All Stars: join No Scrubs for a 90s and early 00s party that will be Larger Than Life!!

You’ll be Dancing in the Moonlight, Spinning Around and Jumpin’ Jumpin’ as we Pump It with all the best throwback tunes from 1990 - 2009!!

If you Wannabe Livin la Vida Loca with us on the dancefloor then Say You’ll Be There and get in quick for tickets!

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The Mount Comedy Club is back! The first Thursday of every month will host the best comedians from New Zealand and the rest of the world at the home of live entertainment in the Bay Of Plenty, Totara street.

FEATURING:
Hayley Sproull
Paul Douglas

The Mount Comedy club will be hosted each month by Bay local and the most recognisable hairy face in NZ Comedy, Ben Hurley.

Soaring Collective to Deliver Immersive Audio-Visual Experience at Totara Street on August 8

Mount Maunganui, NZ – Prepare for a multi-sensory journey as Soaring Collective takes the stage at Totara Street on Thursday, 8 August 2025. Known for their expansive and emotionally rich soundscapes, the band will debut a new live experience that fuses their signature ambient electronica with immersive visual storytelling and professional lighting design. This performance promises to captivate both ears and eyes offering a powerful synthesis of sound and vision.

Feast your eyes on the lineup - she’s a beauty!

The Thrift Shop Ball returns on August 9, bolder, louder, and thriftier than ever.

Brought to life by Rozella and her dream team, this year’s edition promises wild self-expression, killer outfits, and pure dance floor magic.

Get ready for live performances and DJ sets from Benthamism, Dolphin Therapy, Club Meds, Salty Chops, Johnny Raven - plus Pia’s Fashion Show and more…

Dig deep into your wardrobe, hit the op shops, and craft a look that turns heads - this is your runway.

MONGOLIAN HEART FIRST-EVER NEW ZEALAND TOUR 

Nepal’s legendary musical icons Mongolian Heart, fronted by the legendary Raju Lama, are set to bring their powerful sound and heartfelt melodies to Aotearoa for the very first time this August.

The tour will see the band perform across Christchurch, Auckland, and Tauranga, offering Nepalese music lovers and live music fans alike a rare opportunity to experience one of Nepal’s most influential and soul-stirring acts up close.

MOUNT PRIMARY PARENT'S NIGHT – NEON GARDEN

Get ready to light up the night!

Join us for another fun night of drum & bass and house music, featuring live sets from DJ Jimi James Jenkin and De La Smith, plus some extra special entertainment.

Dress to glow – think brights, lights, and neon delights!

Rock, Grunge, Funk, Flannel shirts….. check, check, check and CHECK!

Step back into the golden age of grunge and alt-rock with Lounge Apes: A Tribute to NIRVANA, PEARL JAM & RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS. This electrifying show is a raw, nostalgic journey through the sounds that defined a generation. From the angst-fueled anthems of Nirvana, to the soul-searching melodies of Pearl Jam, and the funk-infused energy of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lounge Apes deliver a powerful, faithful homage to the ‘90s legends. Relive the flannel-soaked days of MTV Unplugged, mosh pits, and mixtapes one unforgettable riff at a time.

"Following on from their recent funky single ‘We Can Call It Love’, Black Comet is excited to announce their second full-length album ‘Episode Two: The Force Between U’s, dropping July 25th — a bold continuation of their space-funk saga. Bursting with cosmic grooves, emotional gravity, and their signature blend of funk, rock, and interstellar flair, the album explores the magnetic push and pull of connection, love, and the unseen forces that bind us.

Landslide is a 5-piece live band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 11yrs, covering classics from Fleetwood Mac alongside a few of Stevie's solo hits!

Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Don't Stop, Edge of 17, Tusk, Gypsy, Black Magic Woman, Rooms on Fire, The Chain, Little Lies etc....to name just a few!

Join the New Zealand String Quartet for an evening of awe-inspiring, boundary-pushing chamber music. For their return to Tauranga, they’ll perform for the first time at Totara Street in Mount Maunganui with a colourful programme of powerful music for string quartet.

Joseph Haydn String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64 No. 5 “The Lark”

Mika Cornelius Universal Veil (world premiere)

Alexander Borodin String Quartet No. 2

Early Nights with White Chapel Jak! We are hitting the road for winter and we want you with us! And what's even better, it's all done before 10pm!

Beloved for their feel-good grooves, powerhouse vocals, and contagious charisma, White Chapel Jak are taking their signature sound on the road—with lights out by ten.This tour is tailor-made for music lovers who want all the energy and none of the sleep deprivation. Expect high vibes, wild singalongs, and an early bedtime you’ll actually be excited about.

Experience Kim Churchill Live – For the First Time Ever in New Zealand!

Beloved for his soulful storytelling and breathtaking live shows, Kim Churchill is finally bringing his dynamic sound across the Tasman. This marks Kim’s debut tour of Aotearoa, and you will have the rare opportunity to witness his mesmerizing performances in intimate venues around the country. With his unique blend of folk, blues, and layered acoustic textures, these shows promise to be unforgettable nights of music, heart, and connection.

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