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Rising Voices: Contemporary Art from Asia, Australia and the Pacific
Discover a landmark exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum that brings together contemporary art from across Asia, Australia and the Pacific.
Cate Blanchett stars in Electra/Persona at the National Theatre
Australian star Cate Blanchett takes to the National Theatre stage this autumn in Electra/Persona, a new play from acclaimed Australian writer and director Benedict Andrews.
Meg Mason - UK tour for Sophie, Standing There
Meg Mason will tour the UK later this year for a series of literary events around her new novel, Sophie, Standing There.
Adam Garcia’s Emerald Storm - UK and Ireland tour
Australian performer Adam Garcia brings Emerald Storm to venues across the UK and Ireland later this year.
Australian star Stefanie Jones makes West End debut as Fantine in Les Misérables
Australian musical theatre star Stefanie Jones will make her West End debut this September, taking on the iconic role of Fantine in Les Misérables at London’s Sondheim Theatre.
Australian artist Amy Wright presents New Works at Circle Contemporary
Australian artist Amy Wright presents a new body of paintings at Circle Contemporary in Cornwall this autumn, continuing her exploration of landscape, botanical forms, colour and pattern.
Nurse Georgie Carroll brings Infectious across the UK
UK-born, Australia-based comedian Georgie Carroll brings her new stand-up show Infectious to theatres and comedy venues across the UK and Ireland this autumn.
NZ Art Club and ZURU present Homegrown group exhibition in London
NZ Art Club and ZURU present Homegrown, a group art exhibition celebrating New Zealand creativity in London.
Michael Robotham's new thriller Tell Me Something True - UK publication
Bestselling Australian crime writer Michael Robotham returns this September with his new novel, Tell Me Something True.
Areez Katki takes up Aotearoa New Zealand residency at Gasworks
Aotearoa New Zealand artist Areez Katki has been awarded the 2026 Gasworks residency for an artist from New Zealand, taking up an 11-week placement at the leading London contemporary arts organisation this autumn.
New Zealand writer Mia Farlane returns with And How Are Things With You
New Zealand writer Mia Farlane returns with her second novel, And How Are Things With You, a darkly comic exploration of grief, suicide, friendship and the difficulty of talking honestly about how we are.
Australians & New Zealanders at the BFI London Film Festival 2026
Australian and New Zealand filmmakers, actors and artists feature across this year's BFI London Film Festival, from the prestigious Opening Night Gala and major premieres to new Australian features, shorts and immersive work.
Australian musical theatre star Caroline O’Connor joins From The Heart at the Garrick Theatre
Australian musical theatre star Caroline O’Connor AM returns to the West End this October in From The Heart, a new musical revue celebrating the songs and career of Oscar-winning lyricist Don Black.
Connor Delves brings CADEL: Lungs On Legs to Riverside Studios
Australian actor Connor Delves brings the remarkable story of Tour de France winner Cadel Evans to the London stage this autumn in CADEL: Lungs On Legs, running at Riverside Studios from 13 October to 15 November.
Sullivan+Strumpf brings six-artist presentation to Frieze London 2026
Australia-based gallery Sullivan+Strumpf returns to Frieze London this October with a six-artist presentation as one of the international galleries taking part in the major contemporary art fair.
Australian and Aboriginal art at Affordable Art Fair Battersea
Australian contemporary and Aboriginal art will be among the work on show at Affordable Art Fair Battersea this October, with several galleries bringing strong Australian connections to the autumn edition.
William Jack releases This Old Cello Box, Vol. 3
London-based Australian cellist and songwriter William Jack releases This Old Cello Box, Vol. 3 this October, continuing his acclaimed series of genre-bending solo cello recordings.
Southern Sounds launches new Australian and New Zealand music showcase in Brixton
A new live music showcase dedicated to Australian and New Zealand talent in London launches at Brixton Jamm this October.
OzLit Festival 2026
The inaugural OzLit Festival comes to Foyles, Charing Cross Road, bringing together nine acclaimed writers for a day celebrating Australian writing and ideas under the theme The Next Chapter.
Courtney Barnett brings Creature of Habit to London
Acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett returns to London this October for two nights at the O2 Forum Kentish Town.
Hinemihi: The House with the Golden Eyes – special London screening and panel
A special fundraising screening of the New Zealand documentary Hinemihi: The House with the Golden Eyes comes to King’s College London this October, followed by a panel bringing together people closely involved in Hinemihi’s story and future.
The Australian Pink Floyd – The Happiest Days Of Our Lives UK & Europe Tour
Australian rock tribute phenomenon The Australian Pink Floyd returns to the UK and Ireland in autumn 2026 with The Happiest Days Of Our Lives — a greatest-hits live tour celebrating the music of Pink Floyd across multiple iconic venues.
La Stupenda: The Voice of the Century
The Tait Memorial Trust marks the centenary of legendary Australian soprano Dame Joan Sutherland with a special celebration at Australia House this October.
Jordan Rakei - A Safe Place To Be Wild Album Release
New Zealand-born, Australia-raised musician Jordan Rakei will release his new album A Safe Place To Be Wild this October.
Australian poet Todd Turner launches Breathwork at Keats House
Australian poet Todd Turner comes to Keats House this October for the UK launch of his third collection, Breathwork, appearing alongside acclaimed Scottish poet Niall Campbell for an evening of readings and conversation.
Australian writer Anna McCracken launches Do Wildness in London
Australian writer and wilderness guide Anna McCracken launches her new book Do Wildness: Myth, Mystery, and Mischief at London’s Poetry Pharmacy this October.
New Zealand conductor Christopher Clark leads The Jupiter Orchestra at Barts Great Hall
New Zealand-born conductor Christopher Clark leads The Jupiter Orchestra at Barts Great Hall this October for an evening of Mozart, Brahms and Haydn in one of London’s most historic interiors.
New Zealand stadium stars SIX60 head to the Royal Albert Hall
One of New Zealand's biggest bands, SIX60, heads to London's Royal Albert Hall this October as part of its latest international tour.
Rose Matafeo joins Knock2Bag Comedy Night at MOTH Club
New Zealand comedian, writer and actor Rose Matafeo returns to the London stand-up circuit this October, appearing at one of Knock2Bag’s regular mixed-bill comedy nights at MOTH Club in Hackney.
Hoodoo Gurus return to London for one-off UK show
Australian rock legends Hoodoo Gurus return to London this September for a live show at Camden's Electric Ballroom.
Australian author Jordan Prosser brings new novel Blue Giant to the UK
Australian author and screenwriter Jordan Prosser comes to the UK this September for a series of events around his second novel, Blue Giant.
Steven McRae joins Vasko Vassilev for new Linbury Theatre project
Australian Royal Ballet Principal Steven McRae joins acclaimed violinist Vasko Vassilev for a new collaboration bringing dance and live music together at the Linbury Theatre this September.
Tara Minton brings new album to Ronnie Scott’s
Award-winning Australian jazz harpist, vocalist and composer Tara Minton brings her quintet to Ronnie Scott’s this September to present her new album, The Devil Invites You To Dance.
Kelly Ana Morey's final novel Ordinary People Like Us - UK publication
The final novel from acclaimed New Zealand writer Kelly Ana Morey will be published in the UK this September.
Australian queer horror Leviticus comes to UK cinemas
Acclaimed Australian supernatural horror Leviticus arrives in UK cinemas from Friday 4 September, following its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year.
Lomu documentary - UK and Ireland cinema release
LOMU, a new feature documentary about the late All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu, comes to UK and Ireland cinemas this September.
New Zealand star Kerry Fox in The Children – £10 FANZA ticket offer
Acclaimed New Zealand actress Kerry Fox returns to the London stage this September in a new production of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.
Chris Hammer — Legacy (UK Paperback)
Award-winning Australian crime writer Chris Hammer publishes Legacy in UK paperback on 30 July 2026. The fourth Martin Scarsden thriller and Hammer's eighth novel, Legacy marks the return of the investigative journalist protagonist five years after Trust, and was longlisted for the Australian Indie Book Awards. Published in the UK by Wildfire (Headline).
Tama Matheson’s acclaimed Tchaikovsky music-drama - UK premiere at Opera Holland Park
British-Australian writer-performer Tama Matheson returns to Opera Holland Park this August with the UK premiere of Tchaikovsky: Child of Glass, an acclaimed music-drama exploring the life, loves and inner world of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
Troy Kingi makes his London debut at Colours Hoxton
Multi-award-winning New Zealand musician and actor Troy Kingi makes his London debut this August with a live show at Colours Hoxton.
Edinburgh International Book Festival 2026: Australian and New Zealand authors
Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand writers are among almost 600 authors and thinkers from 41 countries appearing at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, which returns from 15 to 30 August 2026.
New Zealand road-trip comedy Holy Days: UK cinema release
Aotearoa New Zealand comedy-drama Holy Days will be released in UK cinemas this August, giving audiences the chance to catch the warm-hearted road movie on the big screen.
New Australian musical Paper Stars comes to Exeter
An exciting new musical by Australian writers Miranda Middleton and Grace Chapple will be staged in Exeter this August, exploring the story behind one of the world’s most famous literary figures.
Sam Harrison stars in one-man Wodehouse comedy Jeeves Takes Charge – special £30 FANZA ticket offer
Australian-born performer Sam Harrison takes on all twenty-two characters in Jeeves Takes Charge, a one-man revival of the Olivier Award-winning comedy based on the beloved stories of P.G. Wodehouse.
New Zealand producer Teresa Morrison brings new musical comedy The Dance Plague of 1518 to Camden Fringe
New Zealand producer and performer Teresa Morrison is helping bring a brand-new musical comedy to the London stage as part of this year’s Camden Fringe.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026: Australian and New Zealand artists
Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand artists are once again strongly represented at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, with performers and companies appearing across comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, music, physical theatre and family work.
House of Oz at Edinburgh Fringe
House of Oz returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August with an eight-show programme celebrating the breadth of contemporary Australian performance.
New Zealand actress Megan Goldsman stars in In His Words at Clapham’s Bread & Roses Theatre
New Zealand actress Megan Goldsman joins an all-female cast for In His Words, a new queer drama playing a limited five-night run at The Bread & Roses Theatre in Clapham.
Sammy J brings Hero Complex to London and Edinburgh Fringe
Australian comedian, musician, writer and satirist Sammy J brings his award-winning show Hero Complex to the UK this August, with a London date before a full Edinburgh Festival Fringe run.
Hunt for the Wilderpeople - UK cinema 10th anniversary re-release
Taika Waititi’s beloved Aotearoa New Zealand comedy Hunt for the Wilderpeople returns to UK cinemas this summer in a new 4K restoration to mark its 10th anniversary.
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs UK tour 2026
The Sydney Philharmonia Choirs will return to the United Kingdom this summer for their first UK tour in 15 years, bringing Australian voices to some of Britain’s most celebrated concert halls and cathedral spaces.
Jane Harper at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival — Harrogate
Internationally celebrated Australian crime writer Jane Harper headlines the 2026 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival, the world's longest-running and most prestigious celebration of crime fiction, taking place in Harrogate from 23–26 July.
Darren Hanlon and Kankawa Nagarra bring UK and Ireland tour to WOMAD and intimate venues
Australian singer-songwriter Darren Hanlon tours the UK and Ireland this summer with Gooniyandi/Walmajarri elder and acclaimed desert-blues artist Kankawa Nagarra.
Far From Alone celebrates first birthday with Antipodean Dreams at The Glove That Fits
Far From Alone celebrates its first birthday with Antipodean Dreams, a London party at The Glove That Fits led by Australian producer and DJ Guy Contact.
