Featuring up to a dozen ukuleles and a double bass, the orchestra juxtaposes heavenly harmonies and stunning solos against hilariously budget special effects, madcap antics and questionable banter, delighting crowds of all ages.
This tour sees the orchestra bring its charming swagger back to Otago and Southland, performing in venues that have never before hosted the band. I'm excited about ukeing in the South Island again, says orchestra member and University of Otago alumnus Sam Auger, adding We've never played Invercargill's beautiful Civic Theatre or the excellent Queenstown Memorial Hall, and personally I'm really chuffed about playing a show at my namesake, Sammy's in Dunedin!
Led by Age Pryor (of Fly My Pretties and The Woolshed Sessions) and starring other luminaries of the Kiwi music scene, the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra formed six years ago at a tiny caf? in Wellington and has since become a cult favourite, causing a mad scramble for tickets wherever it goes.
Don't leave it to the last minute. Tickets are only $38 and you can get them through Ticketek. If you only see one show this month, make it this one.
The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra play Thursday 8 March, Queenstown Memorial Hall. Open to all ages.
