Balcairn Hall

04/09/2024

LAST REMINDER!! BLACKBOARD CONCERT BALCAIRN HALL THIS SUNDAY

Calling all passionate performers in our local area and wider area of Canterbury to join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon of music, poetry, story-telling, singer-songwriting, bands and more…

The doors will be opening at 1:30pm for registrations and the show will start at 2:00pm. The first 14 acts thru the door will make the list!

No pre-event tickets or bookings.

For the first time we are planning a short strum session – songsheets will be provided – so if you’re too shy for the stage you might make it in a group!

Spectators welcome – bring a loud cheer!

Entry is by way of a donation or a SMALL plate to share for afternoon tea.

All funds raised go to the upkeep of the Hall.

Hope to see you there - Kind Regards, Balcairn Hall Committee

Family friendly, alcohol free event, ROAR, bring a cushion.

02/09/2024

WORLD MUSIC IN A TRUE FOLK ROOTS FUSION 🎵🪕🎻🎸

Prepare your dancing feet, vocal chords and heart! Here come Across the Great Divide, featuring traditional, contemporary and original songs and tunes from Celtic and Americana roots. Join Karen Jones, Tony Burt and Hanna Wiskari Griffiths as they visit Balcairn Hall in September..

Americana dobro player, guitar master and composer Tony Burt, Scots traditionalist on harp, vocals and guitar Karen Jones, and Scandinavian soprano sax player Hanna Wiskari Griffiths bring together instruments and genres which seldom grace the same stage, weaving Celtic airs and Americana traditions into high energy dance tunes, complete with social comment and heritage. And their message through it all is their love and respect for the shared traditions, friendship, community, unity and whakapapa. A true folk roots fusion!

An Across The Great Divide concert isn’t a quiet affair. Strap yourself in for a wild, toe tapping and emotionally laden journey, perfectly held together by their passion for their traditions.
This is Across the Great Divide’s second tour with Arts on Tour New Zealand and their previous show at Balcairn was a huge success!

One night only! Balcairn Hall, 4 Ashbys Road, Balcairn Sunday 22 September 2024 7:30pm

Tickets $30 available from:
Sally Mac's, Amberley,
Sefton Garage,
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora and
Online https://events.humanitix.com/across-the-great-divide

Includes our famous free country supper - alcohol free – raffles – CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall.

With grateful thanks to the Sponsor of our Concert Series - Mike Greer Homes, North Canterbury 🥰

02/09/2024

THE JOHN GRENELL FAMILY TRIBUTE SHOW 🥰

The Balcairn Hall is honoured and delighted to host the John Grenell Family Tribute Show - 27th Sept 2024 with their concert for their late father John Grenell…

The children of legendary country singer John H**e Grenell come together to celebrate the life and music of ‘New Zealand’s Country Gentleman’. A household name in the ‘60s and ‘70s, John was a best-selling and award-winning artist with 17 albums and many singles to his name, outselling the Beatles in this country, and his soundtrack 'Welcome to our World' played for the Toyota commercial for over 10 years.

Gathering for John’s funeral in 2022, the Grenells arranged a Memorial Concert to honour John and his music. They played together in the James Hay Theatre in Christchurch to an audience of thousands, both in the theatre and watching the online livestream. Many of the audience sent heartfelt compliments, expressing hopes of future appearances.

Despite the geographical division of the siblings, the tribute show has now arrived.

Denver, Oakley, Redford and Amiria grew up with music in the air on the family farm, where their parents ran the Whitecliffs Music Festivals from 1982 to 1995. All genres of music and workshops inspired the young Grenells to pick up instruments and form their own groups. Over the years these have included Shapeshifter, Bunyip, the Ōtautahi Allstars, The Swan Sisters and as well-regarded solo artists in their own right, with a collection of NZ Music Awards and nominations among them.

With Denver on bass, Oakley on guitar and vocals, Redford on drums and Amiria on guitar and vocals, the Grenells will deliver a set of well-known songs from John’s extensive repertoire including ‘Welcome to My World,’ ‘Blue Smoke,’ ‘Streets of Laredo’ and other songs the family performed with John over the years.

Audience comments 2022

"A beautiful and very memorable concert. Long may the legendary Grenell family music live on. Treasured memories of wonderful music from the heart.”

Please note that this is a FRIDAY night concert and that tickets at $30 are only available online at https://events.humanitix.com/john-grenell-family-tribute-show/tickets

Includes light supper - alcohol free -– CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!

14/08/2024

The Balcairn Hall presents - Kiss My Blues Away - Ma Bell & Guests 😍
Saturday night 17th August 2024, 7:30 pm

Tickets are selling fast - thank you to everyone who has already secured one or two for themselves, friends and family.

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Featuring Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell with John Bevin, Russell Stedman & special Guests Susan Leigh Grant & Margo Askin

Scottish born folk blues jazz singer songwriter Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell Aka Ma Bell is delighted and excited to be performing at The Balcairn Hall.

You can expect a memorable evening of world class acoustic sounds from classic blues n Jazz through to original compositions and haunting soul stirring Celtic airs and ballads delivered with a whole lot of heart-warming Celtic Soul 🥰

Heralded to be one of New Zealand’s most musical Scottish imports (NZMM July 2003) Izzy Ma Bell has been ‘treading the boards’ since 1982.

From Europe to Australia and on to NZ performing in schools and prisons, major events and festivals throughout the South.

With a musical heart firmly planted in community Izzy Miller Bell has a unique honest whisky soaked, chocolate hazelnut voice guaranteed to melt any heart and soothe the soul.

Ma Bell is the real deal – a powerful communicator and storyteller that leaves no stone unturned.

She will be accompanied by a superb line up Canterbury’s finest featuring John Bevin on piano and vocals, Russell Stedman (Bass) special guests include super slide guitarist Susan Leigh Grant and Margo Askin (CSO associate principal flute)

Mark it in your diary now, this is a night not to be missed, join us as Ma Bell invites us to travel with her through her back pages on a musical odyssey that will lift you up to the dizziest heights and cast you down into the darkest of nights as she tells her story of the blues.

More Bio / Publicity Material: www.millerbellmusic.com

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Concert: Balcairn Hall, 4 Ashby's Road, Balcairn

Tickets $30 available from:
Sally Mac's Amberley,
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora,
Sefton Garage
Online - https://events.humanitix.com/andrew-london-duo

Includes our famous free country supper - alcohol free – raffles – CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and its surrounding property.

01/08/2024

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING -
BALCAIRN PUBLIC HALL SOCIETY INCORPORATED

Monday, 19 August 2024 AT 7.00 PM at the Hall, followed by Committee meeting.

This is a plea from the hard-working, fun loving, committee that runs the Balcairn Hall.!

We really need extra hands, hearts and heads on our committee🥰

Join our committee!!

Your support would be much appreciated!

If you can’t make it on the night but would still like to be involved, or have any questions at all, please make contact.

Following is our annual plea for membership - $10 / $15 family rate per year secures voting rights at the AGM and helps us with communication costs and general admin.

29/07/2024

The Balcairn Hall presents - Ma Bell & Guests
Saturday night 17th August 2024, 7:30 pm

Featuring Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell with John Bevin, Russell Stedman & special Guests Susan Leigh Grant & Margo Askin

Scottish born folk blues jazz singer songwriter Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell Aka Ma Bell is delighted and excited to be performing at The Balcairn Hall.

You can expect a memorable evening of world class acoustic sounds from classic blues n Jazz through to original compositions and haunting soul stirring Celtic airs and ballads delivered with a whole lot of heart-warming Celtic Soul.

Heralded to be one of New Zealand’s most musical Scottish imports (NZMM July 2003) Izzy Ma Bell has been ‘treading the boards’ since 1982.

From Europe to Australia and on to NZ performing in schools and prisons, major events and festivals throughout the South.

With a musical heart firmly planted in community Izzy Miller Bell has a unique honest whisky soaked, chocolate hazelnut voice guaranteed to melt any heart and soothe the soul.

Ma Bell is the real deal – a powerful communicator and storyteller that leaves no stone unturned.

She will be accompanied by a superb line up Canterbury’s finest featuring John Bevin on piano and vocals, Russell Stedman (Bass) special guests include super slide guitarist Susan Leigh Grant and Margo Askin (CSO associate principal flute)

Mark it in your diary now, this is a night not to be missed, join us as Ma Bell invites us to travel with her through her back pages on a musical odyssey that will lift you up to the dizziest heights and cast you down into the darkest of nights as she tells her story of the blues.

More Bio / Publicity Material: www.millerbellmusic.com

Concert: Balcairn Hall, 4 Ashby's Road, Balcairn

Tickets $30 available from:
Sally Mac's Amberley,
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora
Sefton Garage
and Online - www.balcairnhall.com

Includes our famous free country supper - alcohol free – raffles – CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and its surrounding property.

19/07/2024

Lost property alert!!!

Did anyone leave behind a Minecraft hoodie tshirt at the Elgregoe performance at the Balcairn Hall last week?

It's a size 16

18/07/2024

DID YOU KNOW... You can hire the AWESOME Balcairn Hall for all your special events and celebrations.? 🥳🪇🍭

Weddings, birthdays, christening parties, gigs, community events, book clubs, dance groups, fetes, craft clubs, festivals, art exhibitions, Christmas parties, all parties in general 🥳, religious gatherings, memorial services... The possibilities are endless.!!!!

We love this venue and we're sure you will too ❤️

Check out our website for more details and message us for a quote
https://sites.google.com/view/balcairn-public-hall-society/bookings?authuser=0

Capacity -
80 seated at tables, or 120 seated in rows, or 150 standing - 150 chairs, 10 tables

Facilities –
Heat pumps, entry ramp and accessible toilets.
Staging, lighting, speaker system and floral decoration is available by arrangement

The hall has a well equipped kitchen including fridge/freezer, 2 ovens, dishwasher, microwave, vacuum cleaner, table cloths, cutlery, 150 cups, plates, First Aid kit, emergency light, fire blanket, 2 x hot water systems, and much more...

13/07/2024

A huge thank you to the incredible Elgregoe the Magician for mesmerizing us with his astounding illusions and spectacular showmanship at the Balcairn Hall.! 🥳

We had so many laughs😆. We loved the multitude of animals that appeared out of thin air; the dove, the rare and ever-so-beautiful macaw parrot, the new recruit parrot and 2 other parrots, the gigantic magic wand, rolling pizza in the pizza box, the funny Basil the rabbit with his helium galloon, the incredible linking rings (still can't figure that one out 😅), the big book of 'Nothing' and 'Something', the magic mirror and so so many more tricks. What a wonderful afternoon at the Balcairn Hall 🥰

Thanks to everyone who turned up, we had a mighty 125 people including lots and lots of little people, you were a fantastic audience 👏👏 Can't wait to see you all again 😍

09/07/2024

We're getting so excited...

Elgregoe the Magician is in the building 🥳

Can't wait to see all our ticket holders at 2pm.

This event is sold out so no door sales.

02/07/2024

We're pleased to announce that this show is now SOLD OUT!!! 🥳

Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket, we are very excited to see you at the Balcairn Hall next Tuesday at 2pm 🥰

27/06/2024

Happy Matariki ⭐ from The Balcairn Hall 🥰

27/06/2024

All welcome to come join the Rangiora Ukulele Group for their Winter Get Together 🥰

WINTER GET TOGETHER at the Balcairn Hall, Sunday afternoon - 7th July – FROM 1.30

All welcome!!

Ukuele players are showcasing their favourite tunes to friends and family this Sunday. An afternoon of strum and singalong!

Come along and see what we do – you might even be inspired to join their group – every second Tuesday at the Mainpower Hub, Coldstream Road.

Free admission with afternoon tea provided.

26/06/2024

You don't want to miss this... Elgregoe the Magician is coming to the Balcairn Hall, FIRST WEEK of the school holidays and for ONE SHOW ONLY.!!!!!!!

9th July 2024, 2:00 pm

It's going to be brilliant. He say's he going to put on a great show, and we can't wait.!!!!

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Balcairn Hall, 4 Ashbys Road, Balcairn

Tickets $10 per head, free for children 4 years and under with paying ticket holder.

Online tickets only through Humanitix - https://events.humanitix.com/elgregoe-magician

Includes afternoon tea, meet with Elgregoe and get a photo or buy a trick.

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall.

16/06/2024

We want to send a big thank you to Andrew and Kirsten for their incredible performance at the Balcairn Hall last night! 🥰

Their talent, funny stories, and infectious energy captivated the audience (the under-cover therapists 🤣😂😅), leaving us all in awe and their music and wit brought joy and laughter to our community, creating a truly unforgettable evening.

Thank you for sharing your gifts with us and for being such gracious and down-to-earth performers. Your passion and love for music are inspiring, and we feel fortunate to have experienced it firsthand 😍

We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Balcairn Hall again soon

And thank you to our incredible audience who came along; to the old faces who love a good night out and who continue to support us and all our artists, and to the growing number of new faces who we’d love to see return 🥳

Thank you to our wonderful committee who are always preparing, emailing, advertising, cooking, doing and thinking about everything that goes on behind the scenes to make these events happen ❤️

And thank you to Sally Mac's, Sefton Garage, Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora and Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury for selling tickets on our behalf and supporting us ❤️

14/06/2024

Wondering what to do tonight.?

Well why don't you come on down to the Balcairn Hall, hang out with loads of other music loving people and watch the great Andrew London, one of our favourite performers return with his partner to entertain us and make us laugh as he always does 🥳

One night only! Tonight – Saturday 15th June 2024, 7:30 pm

Andrew London’s quirky songs will make you laugh out loud as you recognise yourself and everyone around you, and all the prejudices, obsessions and weird little idiosyncrasies we Kiwis put out on display every day 🤩

Concert: Balcairn Hall, Ashby's Road, Balcairn

Tickets $30 available from:
Sally Mac's Amberley,
Stan's 7 Day Pharmacy Rangiora,
Sefton Garage
Online - https://events.humanitix.com/andrew-london-duo
And there will be door sales too ❤️

Includes our famous free country supper - alcohol free – raffles – CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and its surrounding property.

10/06/2024

Live Music @ The Balcairn Hall, Saturday 15th June, 7:30pm.

Only 4 days left to get your tickets.!!!!

Balcairn Hall presents an evening with the acclaimed Andrew London duo! They will be singing their new songs about supermarket protocol, falling out with neighbours, playing in cafes and the impact of streaming on musicians...

Join us this Saturday night for a captivating performance by this talented twosome, known for their catchy folk-pop melodies, witty banter and humor and exceptional musicianship.

Enjoy a night of entertainment that will leave you smiling and humming the tunes! Don't miss out on the fun – secure your tickets now!

Event Details:

Date: Saturday 15th June
Venue: Balcairn Hall
Time: 7.30pm

Tickets $30 available from:
Sally Mac's Amberley,
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora
Sefton Garage
Online - https://events.humanitix.com/andrew-london-duo

Includes our famous free country supper - alcohol free – raffles – CD sales - ROAR – Bring a cushion!
The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and its surrounding property.

06/06/2024

Quirky Musical Kiwana

13/05/2024

Thanks to everyone who came to watch the marvellous Dr T & The Dangerous Women last Saturday night 🤩

I think we can all agree it was a blast, great musicians, fantastic audience, a bit of dancing and all complete with an amazing night light aurora sky show at half time 😍

We also thank all the committee members, their family and friends who helped out on the night. We love you can appreciate all the great things you do to make these events happen 😘

Here’s a review from the lovely Balcairn Hall committee member, David Lowe:

“Dr. T and the Dangerous Women performed at the Balcairn Hall last Saturday, The band delivered an impressive performance, showcasing their unique blend of Americana music with desert and California borderlands influences. The band's music style is a fusion of different genres, with a focus on Americana music. They played a range of original songs and covers, all arranged in their unique style - from slow heartfelt ballads, to the sweetest 'Andrew Sisters' style of female harmonies, to face-melting guitar, violin and keyboard licks, to rocking dance numbers - the band thrilled us for over two hours.

The band consists of five talented members, each bringing their own musical expertise to the table. The members are:

- Dr. Hyram Twang (guitars, male lead vocals)
- Claire Louise (female lead vocals)
- Sophia Bidwell (accordion and piano)
- Anna Bowen (fiddle and mandolin)
- Alexandra Bidwell (stand-up bass, bass guitar, and cello)

The audience was thoroughly entertained by the band's performance, with some even moved to tears by the beautiful ballads - especially Claire's beautiful Spanish rendition of 'Donde Voy' and Alex's stunning bass line in the amazing finale song 'The Maker', The band's energy and enthusiasm were infectious, and the crowd was clearly enjoying themselves throughout the show, dancing the night away.
And while the band played up a storm inside the Hall, the electromagnetic storm outside lit up the sky leaving everyone with a night never to be forgotten!”

Feel free to write your own reviews or notes of appreciation in the comments below ❤️

10/05/2024

Not doing anything tonight.?

Then come on down to the Balcairn Hall for a great night of music with the great band Dr T & The Dangerous Women - @ The Balcairn Hall - 11th May 2024 7.30pm 🎶🪕
🎙️🎻🪗

We're all going to be together and it's going to be great 🥰

There are still $30 tickets for sale at the door, at Sally Mac's, Sefton Garage and Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora or online www.balcairnhall.com

For all those who've already secured your ticket, thank you and we can't wait to see you. Please remember to bring a cushion to keep your bottom bones happy 😁

Alcohol free event – raffles – CD sales - famous free country supper
ROAR

We can't wait to see you there!

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and it's surrounding property and is sponsored by Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury 🏠

05/05/2024

Get ready to tap your toes with Dr T & The Dangerous Women - @ The Balcairn Hall - 11th May 2024

Join the unstoppable Dr. T and his crew of fierce female musicians, the Dangerous Women, for a night of unbridled energy and music that will leave you breathless!

Experience the Powerhouse Sound:

- Dr. T's soulful voice and face-melting guitar riffs
- The Dangerous Women's tight harmonies and infectious beats
- A fusion of rock, blues, and funk that will keep you dancing all night long

Don't Miss Out on the Fun:

- Catchy hooks and lyrics that will stick in your head for days
- Electrifying stage presence and audience interaction
- A night to remember with friends and fellow music lovers

Get Your Tickets Now!

Don't wait - secure your spot at the most talked-about concert of the season! We saw them at the Waipara Folk Festival and they were absolutely fantastic. Tickets are selling fast, so act quickly to avoid disappointment.

TICKETS $30.00 available from:

Sally Mac's Amberley
Sefton Garage
7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora or
online www.balcairnhall.com

Alcohol free event – raffles – CD sales - famous free country supper
ROAR – Bring a cushion

We can't wait to see you there 🥰

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and it's surrounding property and is sponsored by Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury

28/04/2024

Thanks to everyone who came to perform at yesterday afternoon's Blackboard Concert. It was a nice, cosy and relaxed time with friends 🥰. These afternoons are really quite a treat for us all.

The performances really were great and it was obvious that a lot of beforehand work and practice went into each performance. Well done to everyone who was nervous and pushed through. Everyone did so well ❤️

That was our first Blackboard Concert for the year.! The next one will be in July…date to be revealed, and we would love to see you all return.

And thanks to all the audience, friends and family for coming to support everyone.

A big thanks to David for the set up and sound...Lets hope we can afford that new mixing desk soon 😁and thanks also to his apprentice Alison on the sound, Bob and Wim on the set up, Natalie on the door, Wim and his apprentice Pete for being MC’s, the girlies and Mark for organizing a bit of kai and thanks to everyone else who helped on the day and who donated $$ and brought a plate of food 😋

If anyone is keen on performing at our next Blackboard concert and wants to know a bit more about this event please get in touch with David at [email protected] and he will send you some info with performing tips and tricks.

26/04/2024

Wow, what an amazing performance last week! 🤩🎊🎉

A huge THANK YOU to the incredibly talented performers from Land of the Long Long Drive, for bringing your energy and passion to Balcairn Hall last week.! Your show was truly unforgettable.! 😍

And to our wonderful audience and all the excited children who joined us, thank you for being a part of this special event.! Your enthusiasm and applause made the afternoon truly magical❤️

We're so grateful for the opportunity to bring our community together through the power of performance and storytelling. Until next time... Thanks Horse With No Name 🥳

23/04/2024

Are you a performer or someone who wants to perform or wants to try out your performing skills in front of a safe and friendly audience.? 🎻🎙️

Well then…. Drum roll please……. 🥁

The Balcairn Hall is calling all passionate people in our local area and wider area of Canterbury to join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon of music, poetry, story-telling, singer-song writing, bands and more…You are all welcome.! 🎤🎸🎷

All levels are welcome, from beginners to novice and everything is provided – microphone, stage, lighting and Dave the tech guy will work with you to make you sound amazing.!!

This is our 2nd FAMOUS Open-Mic afternoons of the year and will be held on Sunday the 28th April. The doors will be opening at 1:00pm and we will be starting at 2:00pm

This is a blackboard event, so just list your name or your group's name on the board when you get here and a donation can be made at the door or bring a plate of food to share 😋

The profits from all donations go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and it's surrounding property and is sponsored by Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury

23/04/2024

Get Ready to Rock with Dr T & The Dangerous Women - @ The Balcairn Hall - 11th May 2024 7.30pm

Join the unstoppable Dr. T and his crew of fierce female musicians, the Dangerous Women, for a night of unbridled energy and music that will leave you breathless! 😍

Experience the Powerhouse Sound:

- Dr. T's soulful voice and face-melting guitar riffs
- The Dangerous Women's tight harmonies and infectious beats
- A fusion of rock, blues, and funk that will keep you dancing all night long

Don't Miss Out on the Fun:

- Catchy hooks and lyrics that will stick in your head for days
- Electrifying stage presence and audience interaction
- A night to remember with friends and fellow music lovers

Get Your Tickets Now!

Don't wait - secure your spot at the most talked-about concert of the season! We saw them at the Waipara Folk Festival and they were absolutely fantastic. Tickets are selling fast, so act quickly to avoid disappointment.

TICKETS $30.00 available from:

Sally Mac's Amberley
Sefton Garage
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora or
online www.balcairnhall.com

Alcohol free event – raffles – CD sales - famous free country supper
ROAR – Bring a cushion

We can't wait to see you there! 🥰

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and it's surrounding property and is sponsored by Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury

16/04/2024

Hello to all of you who are on holidays ⛱

We here at the Balcairn Hall are hosting a great event for you and your family this holidays to entertain you all, make you laugh, cry or amaze you, which is what these incredible Arts on Tour NZ Trust productions do to us....

This year's children's holiday event is Land of the Long Long drive - @ The Balcairn Hall - 19th April 2024 ❤️

If you'd like to know more about this show, please click on our page Balcairn Hall and check out the event or you can book tickets through:

Sally Mac's
Sefton Garage
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora, or
ONLINE www.balcairnhall.com

Adult $30; Child (under 16) $15; Family pass (1 adult, up to 4 children) $60

Thank you 🥰 to everyone who have already bought tickets, they are selling well and we are very excited to see you all on Friday. Please remember to bring a cushion and we will be providing a light snack time after the show.

The profits from all performances go back to maintaining our local and historic Balcairn Hall and it's surrounding property and is sponsored by Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury

12/04/2024

Where is the Balcairn Hall.???

If you don't know where the Balcairn Hall is, let me enlighten you on how LOCAL it is...

By car, the Balcairn Hall is:

4 km, 4 mins past Sefton - coming from the Rangiora way
5.2 km, 6 mins from Leithfield
9.2 km, 9 mins from Amberley
11.9 km, 9 mins from Ashley
12.9 km, 11 mins from Waikuku Beach
14 km, 14 mins from Rangiora
14.3 km, 13 mins from Woodend
21 km, 18 mins from Fernside
39.2 km, 35 mins from Christchurch

That is just a hint of how LOCAL our lil Balcairn Hall is from you. ❤️

So pack up your gear, jump in your car and make sure you come see us at our next LOCALLY hosted gig, packed full of only the best NZ musicians! 🤩

A Google Maps map:

12/04/2024

Looking for something to do these holidays.?

Why not bring the kiddies and grand-kiddies along to the Balcairn Hall to watch this fantastic Arts on Tour NZ Trust performance Land of the Long Long drive - @ The Balcairn Hall - 19th April 2024 @1:30pm

Land of the Long Long Drive -

This show for the whole family is the third tour from the 2024 stable of touring artists with Arts On Tour NZ. And it will be a long long drive of over 6000 kilometres for the cast and crew of the company. And the story goes….

Wētā, Tuna and Kārearea are mates of Gary the Glowworm, and are traveling to attend his rave in the cave birthday party. The friends face a number of trials on the road, and learn that despite their differences, they can achieve their goals by working together! Land of the Long Long Drive is a story that has been “Loved by...audience[s] from tots to grandparents” (Deborah Rea, Theatreview).

A tale for Kiwi kids, featuring iconic NZ creatures, landscapes and fresh waiata by NZ singer-songwriter Benny Tipene. Winner of the 3–8-year-old section of Playmarket’s Plays for the Young Competition, Land of the Long Long Drive brings you a laugh out loud, inspiring adventure of three unlikely heroes.

This show jumps into life with beautiful costumes from Gridley by Victoria, Costumier for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, and support from Capital E National Theatre for Children through their Creative Residency programme.

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$30 adult, $15 child, $60 family pass (1 adult + up to 4 children)
Tickets: www.balcairnhall.com
Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora
Sally Mac's Amberley
Sefton Garage

08/04/2024

Don't miss any of the 3 great events happening at the Balcairn Hall over the next 5 weeks –

19th April 1.30pm – Land of the Long long drive
28th April 2pm - The 1st Balcairn Hall Blackboard Concert of 2024
11th May 7:30pm - Dr T & the dangerous Women

Check out the events for more details

08/04/2024

Don't miss any of the 3 great events happening at the Balcairn Hall over the next 5 weeks -

19th April 1.30pm – Land of the Long Long drive - @ The Balcairn Hall - 19th April 2024 - School Holidays are here! Bring the kids to this fabulous event. A Childrens’ theatre production - Gary the Glowworm is having a ‘Rave in the Cave’ birthday party. His mates, Wētā, Tuna and Kārearea are all invited, but face a few challenges on the road. Winner of the 3–8-year-old section of Playmarket’s Plays for the Young Competition, Land of the Long Long Drive brings you a laugh-out-loud, inspiring adventure of three unlikely heroes. Designed specifically for children ages 3 to 10 years, but loved by all ages!

Adult $30; Child (under 16) $15; Family pass (1 adult, up to 4 children) $60
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM: Sally Macs Amberley: Sefton Garage: Stans 7 Day Pharmacy Rangiora, or ONLINE www.balcairnhall.com

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28th April 2pm - The Blackboard Concert @ The Balcairn Hall - 28th April 2024 - The Balcairn Hall is calling all passionate people in our local area and wider area of Canterbury to join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon of music, poetry, story-telling, singer-song writing, bands and more…You are all welcome to perform or be in our audience!

ENTRY BY DONATION AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING NESSESARY

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11th May 7:30pm - Dr T & The Dangerous Women - @ The Balcairn Hall - 11th May 2024 - A bourbon infused idea of the Dr (Hyram Twang) that came to fruition on the Whare Flat Festival stage in 2022 and then developed more fully at a house concert and Dunedin Folk Club in early 2023. Based around Dr T’s roots and Americana leanings. Vocals, bass, bass guitar, cello, piano, accordion, fiddle and mandolin – what’s not to love?
Fantastic performance at the recent Easter Canterbury Folk Festival – audience, including some of our committee members – just loved it. Get a taste of their talent via https://fb.watch/qvVC1pt0Uj/

TICKETS $30 - AVAILABLE FROM: Sally Macs Amberley: Sefton Garage: Stans 7 Day Pharmacy Rangiora, or ONLINE www.balcairnhall.com