Gig guide

ON A DARK DESERT HIGHWAY: The carved cattle beast skull is an emblem used by Eagles tribute band Motel California and pays homage to the California rock band’s 1975 album, One Of These Nights. The NZ tribute act promises every hit, of which five went to No. 1 on the US Billboard Charts, is faithfully re-created in Motel California’s live show. “There’s no electronica or backing tracks Taking It Easy here.” Picture supplied

This weekThe Pohutukawa Tree: Evolution Theatre Company November 1-2, 7-9, 14-16 (7.30pm), Sun November 3 (4pm).Tickets $22.50+bf-$32+ bf from eventfinda.co.nz

Motel California: Eagles tribute band. The Dome Room, Friday, 8.30pm. Tickets $30 from The Aviary (cash only) or door sales.

Once Upon A Time: Nadine Antoinette School of Dance, War Memorial Theatre, Saturday, November 16, 1.30pm and 6pm. Tickets from Ticketek.

Ink and Iron: A tattoo and music show, fundraiser for military veterans. Saturday, November 16. 1pm-midnight. Featuring Lazy Fifty from 8pm. Smash Palace. Free from 1pm, $10 from 5pm.

Coming upStars in Their Eyes: James Packman and Walter Walsh present their annual talent show, Saturday November 23, 3pm and 7.30pm. War Memorial Theatre. Tickets from Ticketek.

Elvis tribute and Joe Cocker tribute showband: Cosmopolitan Club, Friday November 29 (8pm), free entry.

Summer Soundcheck: BrazilBeat, Johnny Hitman, Dizfunk, Bubzilla, Paws, Djose, MX Dreadeye. DJs in two areas, big screen visuals, prizes for best festival look + giveaways including R&V pass. Smash Palace, Saturday 30 November, 6pm-late

Gisborne International Music Competition: War Memorial Theatre, December 2-7. Free entry.

THEATRE

The Vicar of Dibley: Presented by Musical Theatre Gisborne. November 23, 26-30, 7.30pm, November 24, 2pm. Lawson Field Theatre. Book at Ticketek or Lawson Field Theatre.

Auditions for Calendar Girls: December 8, Unity Theatre, Ormond Rd. Online audition form at https://tinyurl.com/r8rlxq9

VISUAL ARTS

Exhibitions

Tairawhiti MuseumThe Lieutenant’s Calling Card and the Response of a Quizzical Eye. Native Voices: Ko au, ko matau - I am, we are. Tu te Whaihanga - 37 taonga. Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm. Sundays and public holidays 1.30pm-4pm.

Muir’s Bookshop Cafe: Photography by Gisborne Camera Club.

Verve: A Second Fruiting: Collaborative works by John Walsh, Richard Rogers and Daryl File.

Studio Clear-Out: Works by Norman Maclean. Lysnar House, November 23 and 24.

Sketching day with Ginny Penn: Cave Road. Saturday November 23, 10am-3pm. Only five places are available. Call 868 7369 for details.

Mudge Art Exhibition open home: 157 Ormond Road, November 29 and 30.

Sketching workshop: Two-day beginners sketching course with Tony McNeight. Matawhero Cellar Door, Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1. $550 each. Includes materials, morning teas and lunches. Book at 867 6140 or cellardoor@matawhero.co.nz

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