What's On This Week

Duffy is set to play three concerts in New Zealand. Photo / Supplied by Universal Music

THEATRE

My Fair Lady opened last night and plays at Auckland's Civic Theatre until early May. The original production, which started on Broadway in 1956, starred Julie Andrews and ran for a record length of time. Since then the show has been translated into 20 languages and performed throughout the world.

My Fair Lady - The Civic, March 25 to May 6

ROCK/POP

The annual Bayfield School fundraising concert is back this Saturday at the Herne Bay school. Some big names have been called in to attract the crowds, including international success story Savage, Jason Kerrison of Op Shop fame, and DJ Dai Henwood. There are also games, food, drink and special entertainment for the kids.

Bayfield Music on the Field - Bayfield School, Clifton Rd, Herne Bay, March 28, noon-5pm

CHARITY

The public is invited to the Navy's HMNZS Canterbury this weekend, and it's all for the good of our nation's children. On Sunday the ship will dock at Princes Wharf, where this year's special cars will then drive on to the wharf as part of Variety's Bash Launch. If the 8am Sunday time-slot is too early, the ship is open to the public on Saturday afternoon too.

Variety Bash Launch - Princes Wharf, March 28, 2-4pm

POP

Attention Duffy fans. Whether you were hooked by the catchy first single, Mercy, or the emotional Warwick Avenue, you are one of the thousands excited to have her here. The wee blonde Welsh pop diva plays three New Zealand shows next week. It's a big year for the 24-year-old - be a part of it on Tuesday.

Duffy - Vector Arena, March 31; TSB Bank Arena, Wellington, April 1; Christchurch Town Hall, April 2

ROCK/DANCE

London-based duo Jamie Hince and Alison Mosshart had Wellington rocking to their distinctive sound last night, and now they are in Auckland to play to a sold-out Transmission Room. The Kills have seen their popularity explode since they last toured New Zealand. Their most recent record, Midnight Boom, crossed over to the indie dancefloor, so take your dancing shoes.

The Kills - Transmission Room, Auckland Central, March 26

ROCK/FOLK

Vulcan Lane's hot night spot, Cassette Number 9, has a very special guest performing at their regular indie Friday club night. Lawrence Arabia, aka James Milne, returns from a stint touring the Britain and Europe with Feist and others to treat us to his new material. In support is local electro-pop band Dictaphone Blues, indie-folk purveyors the Teacups, and DJs.

Mum Club night, Lawrence Arabia - Cassette Number 9, Vulcan Lane, Auckland Central, March 27

DESIGN

Each year, on a single day, fashion designers collaborate with design showrooms in Auckland to create original installations to be enjoyed by the public. This Saturday is Urbis Design Day and the designer/showroom pairs include Apartmento with Crane Brothers, Cite with World, Poggenpohl with Huffer, and the Westin with Zambesi.

Urbis Design Day - Various showrooms, Auckland Central, March 28, www.urbismagazine.com/designday

THEATRE

One of our most celebrated female actors teams up with a comic favourite to become Bob Geldof: Live. The blatantly misleading title of their show is amusing, with the actual show being far from an ageing philanthropist in concert. The show consists of poetry and stories written and performed by Danielle Cormack, accompanied by Johnny Brugh on guitar.

Bob Geldof: Live - The Basement, Lower Greys Ave, Auckland Central, March 26, 7.30pm