Pre-Concert Talk

Dive into the world of symphonic music by attending a Pre-Concert Talk.

These free events, held before select concerts, feature guest speakers or creatives (i.e., soloists, conductors and NZSO musicians) discussing the process of bringing a performance to life. Learn about the inspiration and work behind the scenes that goes on to put a concert on stage. 

Free 30-minute event with no booking required – simply arrive early on the night.

Pictures at an Exhibition

Wellington
Thu, 27 Mar, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre
Katherine C'Ailceta Pre-Concert Speaker (with a short introduction by Gemma New, Guillaume Connesson and Gareth Farr)

Pinnacle

Stephen De Pledge Pre-Concert Speaker

Wellington
Fri, 11 Apr, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Sat, 12 Apr, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

Legends

Peter Walls Pre-concert Speaker

Wellington
Fri, 09 May, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Sat, 10 May, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

Hamilton
Sun, 11 May, 1.15pm
Dance Studio, Dr John Gallagher Concert Chamber

Echoes of Home

Frances Moore (NZSO Director: Artistic Planning) Pre-concert Speaker

Wellington
Fri, 23 May, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Christchurch
Sun, 25 May, 1.15pm
Victoria Room, Christchurch Town Hall

NYO Adventure

Wellington
Sat, 05 Jul, 6.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Firebird

Wellington
Thu, 17 Jul, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Christchurch
Sat, 19 Mar, 6.45pm
Victoria Room, Christchurch Town Hall

Enchanted

Nick Tipping Pre-concert Speaker

Wellington
Fri, 08 Aug, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Fri, 15 Aug, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

Ascension

Nick Tipping Pre-concert Speaker

Wellington
Sat, 09 Aug, 6.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Sat, 16 Aug, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

Mahler 6

Wellington
Fri, 05 Sep, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Sat, 06 Sep, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

Stabat Mater

Victoria Kelly Composer of Stabat Mater (World Premiere NZSO Commission)
Pre-Concert Speaker

Wellington
Thu, 02 Oct, 5.45pm
Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre

Auckland
Fri, 03 Oct, 6.45pm
Supper Room, Auckland Town Hall

More to be announced