Saturday 24 October 2026

20th Anniversary Big Band Festival Gala

Big Band Birthday Bash - Celebrating 20 Years

Auditorium, Isaac Theatre Royal

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Ticket Prices

  • Adult $58.00
  • Concession (Senior & Unwaged) $48.00
  • Student (Tertiary & Secondary) $21.00
  • CBBJF Player $37.50

*Booking fees may apply.

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Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate 20 years of the Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival. Symposium Big Band is one of Christchurch's premier large jazz ensembles and is widely regarded as a showcase group for some of New Zealand's top jazz musicians.

Formed in 2007, the band brings together professional performers, jazz educators, and leading players from across Aotearoa under the direction of Alex van den Broek.

The second half features the acclaimed All Girl Big Band for a high-energy concert featuring swinging classics, contemporary favourites and plenty of big band magic. The evening will also feature special guest appearances from the Swing Town Rebels and beloved jazz vocalist Erna Ferry.

Whether you've been with us since the beginning or are discovering the festival for the first time, this is a celebration not to be missed. Help us toast 20 years of jazz, community and unforgettable music.

    • Age recommendation: All ages

  • Times are approx. and subject to change at any time.

    • Box Office Opening Time: 1 hour prior to event start
    • Door Opening Time: 30 Minutes prior to event start
    • Start Time: 7:30pm
    • Interval Time: 8:15pm
    • Interval Length: 20 min
    • Approx. Finish Time: 10:00pm
20th Anniversary Big Band Festival Gala

Upcoming performances

Saturday 24 October 2026
7:30pm

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By donating to the Isaac Theatre Royal, you are helping us with the costs involved in the maintenance and development of the Theatre. Your assistance will ensure she maintains her unique place in our arts heritage as one of the most prestigious and illustrious venues in Australasia for many years to come.

 

Donate

By donating to the Isaac Theatre Royal, you are helping us with the costs involved in the maintenance and development of the Theatre. Your assistance will ensure she maintains her unique place in our arts heritage as one of the most prestigious and illustrious venues in Australasia for many years to come.

 

Donate

By donating to the Isaac Theatre Royal, you are helping us with the costs involved in the maintenance and development of the Theatre. Your assistance will ensure she maintains her unique place in our arts heritage as one of the most prestigious and illustrious venues in Australasia for many years to come.

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