The Greatest Christmas Show: The Ultimate Whānau Night Out This Holiday Season

Presented by Base Entertainment, the company behind international touring hits Celtic Illusion, Celtica, Ballroom Blitz, and Anthony Street Illusionist, The Greatest Christmas Show arrives in Aotearoa this November. A brand-new festive spectacular directed and produced by Anthony Street, this merry Christmas showcase tours 18 centres nationwide from 28 November to 21 December 2025.

A dazzling, feel-good celebration of the season, The Greatest Christmas Show brings together a 9 strong cast of exceptional dancers, musicians and cirque artists in a full scale variety extravaganza. Audiences can look forward to soaring vocals, glittering costumes, dynamic choreography, breathtaking aerial performances, and a special appearance from Santa Claus himself.
From sparkling lights and festive favourites to moments that capture the joy of togetherness, this is Christmas with all the trimmings, an unforgettable night for the whole whānau.

Leading the 2025 cast is Auckland-based two-time Scottish Fiddle Champion Emily Roughton and Christchurch powerhouse vocalist Cat Hay bringing their vibrant energy to this magical show.

“We wanted to create something families could share, full of music, laughter, dance, and a few surprises that will leave them grinning from ear to ear. We always love coming to New Zealand, the audiences here are so warm and welcoming, it’s truly our favourite place to tour,” says director, producer and performer Anthony Street.

From Invercargill to Auckland, The Greatest Christmas Show will transform theatres across the country into glittering wonderland of song, movement and festive cheer. Expect carols reimagined, show-stopping performances and a celebration guaranteed to make even the grinchiest Grinch believe in Christmas again.

So gather the whānau, pull on your brightest Christmas jumper, and join us for The Greatest Christmas Show 2025, a night that’s merry, bright and bursting with magic.

TOUR DATES: THE GREATEST CHRISTMAS SHOW 2025

Civic Theatre, Invercargill
Friday 28 November

St James Theatre, Gore
Saturday 29 November

Memorial Centre, Queenstown
Sunday 30 November

Opera House, Oamaru
Tuesday 2 December

Event Centre, Ashburton
Wednesday 3 December

Regent Theatre, Dunedin
Thursday 4 December

Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch
Sunday 7 December

Theatre Royal, Nelson
Monday 8 December

Southward Theatre, Paraparaumu
Wednesday 10 December

War Memorial Theatre, Gisborne
Thursday 11 December

Great Lake Centre, Taupō
Friday 12 December

Municipal Theatre, Napier 
Saturday 13 December 

Royal Opera House, Whanganui
Sunday 14 December 

Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North
Monday 15 December

Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Rotorua
Tuesday 16 December

Baycourt Arts Centre, Tauranga
Wednesday17 December

Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland
Friday 19 & Saturday 20 December

Clarence St Theatre, Hamilton
Sunday 21 December

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