City Showcase Spotlight New Zealand

Experience the wonderful acoustics of the Cathedral headlined by Miriam Clancy. She will be joined by the talented Josh Leys, Kotadama, an up-and-coming pop/rock band from New South Wales, & Wellington duo Rosy Tin Teacaddy, best known for their interlacing harmonies.

New Zealand has been selected as the first country outside of the UK to host City Showcase – the London music festival that launched superstars Amy Winehouse, Keane & Razorlight & Napier is set to host the event.

New & emerging musicians will be given the opportunity to perform at gigs in & around Napier’s vibrant Art Deco city centre including in bars, cafes, boutiques & bookshops creating a musical village, with evening gigs moving to the well established concert venues which will be supported by headline acts.

The audience will be invited to vote for their favourite act & the festival will culminate in a finale - Finding the Future - in front of a judging panel made up of leaders from the New Zealand music industry at the iconic Soundshell on Sunday afternoon.

Daytime events will be free but wristband holders will be eligible for promotions whilst the performance is taking place. Entry to evening gigs, Workshops & the Soundshell will be by wristband only, costing $30 for the whole weekend. Entry on a first come first served basis subject to age restrictions as some venues.