November at the OC
Our November offerings include a TV drama, an art exhibition and lashings of music.
After the Party
Sunday 29 October saw the launch of TVNZ's new six-part miniseries After the Party, starring Robyn Malcolm (pictured) in what may be one of her best roles yet. James Croot in the Sunday Star Times described it as "a solid gripping drama, worthy of your time".
And the Ockham Collective connection? It's co-produced by Luminous Beast, Dan Musgrove's production company. And Dan, as I can't seem to stop repeating, is our resident Emmy winner. If you missed it, catch up on the first episode on TVNZ+ or look out for the next episodes on TVNZ 1 at 8.30pm, Sundays.
Anton Ren exhibition
On Friday 3 November we welcomed a new art exhibition to our space at The Nix. Hosted by the Collective's Paul Woodruffe, it's an exhibition of works on paper by one of his former students, Anton Ren (see the image in the calendar below). It's running until 24 November, so you'll get to see it if you're attending any events at The Nix this month.
Music Music Music
November's musical moments start with Ben Fernandez's jazz band Impressions performing at Devonport RSA on the afternoon of Sunday 5 November. They'll be playing a selection of tunes from the American songbook, along with some Celtic, French and Latin numbers.
Next up, the intriguingly named Railway Pie is the guest artist at the Auckland Bluegrass Club on Wednesday 8 November at The Nix. They're described as 'masters of jug band music whose members are dedicated to keeping the old blues traditions alive'. It kicks off at 7.30pm and tickets are $10 on the door.
Then, on Friday 17 November, Jessie Leov will be hosting her second Women About Sound songwriter showcase at The Nix. She'll be performing as part of AVA & LEOV alongside other emerging talent from across Tāmaki Makaurau, including Ms Mia, Baby J and ABBIE. Watch the Women About Sound Facebook page for ticket details. Showtime is 8pm and door sales will be available.
But that's not the only news from Jessie this month. It has recently been announced that she has been selected as the NZSO National Youth Orchestra Composer-in-Residence for 2024. Congratulations Jessie!
Saturday 18 November sees the return of Louise Evans' popular Pop-Up Folk Club to The Nix. The artists this time around are Marika Chia & Adam Ogle, Ang Kidd, and Ollie Bramah & Caitlin Ryan. It starts at 5pm and tickets are available on the door (adult/student/kid $15/10/5). Louise will also be hosting her fortnightly Tuesday Irish Sessions at The Nix on the 14th and 28th of November (all welcome).
We want you for the 2024 Ockham Collective!
We've extended the deadline for applications for next year's Ockham Collective until 17 November. All of the information is here. If you would like to be considered for the Ockham Collective in 2024, contact OC director Peter Dragicevich. There's no form to fill in or anything like that. Simply let us know a little about yourself and what kind of projects you'd like to bring to our spaces.
The full November calendar
Friday 3 November
Anton Ren exhibition launch - The Nix
Sunday 5 November
Sunday Singing & Ukulele Sessions - The Nix
An afternoon of jazz - Devonport RSA
A performance by Ben Fernandez's jazz band Impressions.
Monday 6 November
Poetry for Pensioners - The Nix
Wednesday 8 November
Railway Pie at Auckland Bluegrass Club - The Nix
Sunday 12 November
Sunday Singing & Ukulele Sessions - The Nix
Monday 13 November
Poetry for Pensioners - The Nix
Tuesday 14 November
Tuesday Irish Sessions - The Nix
Both musicians and listeners are welcome at the fortnightly Irish sessions hosted by Louise Evans at the Nix. Start time is 7:30pm; BYO drinks and snacks.
Friday 17 November
Women About Sound songwriter showcase - The Nix
Saturday 18 November
Pop-Up Folk Club - The Nix
Sunday 19 November
Sunday Singing & Ukulele Sessions - The Nix
Monday 20 November
Poetry for Pensioners - The Nix
Wednesday 22 November
Old-time Sessions - The Nix
Sunday 26 November
Sunday Singing & Ukulele Sessions - The Nix
Monday 27 November
Poetry for Pensioners - The Nix
Tuesday 28 November
Tuesday Irish Sessions - The Nix
