Composer and pianist Carol Doy, Kiwi rhythm and blues band Ardijah, singer/beatboxer Beau Monga (2015 NZ X Factor winner), soul singer Whirimako Black and kapa haka group Toka Tu will wow audiences at this year’s Kawerau Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 17.

Special guests the Yandall Sisters will also grace the stage.

The evening variety show will again be directed by Chris Powley, a veteran performer who has sung alongside John Rowles, Sir Howard Morrison, Leo Sayer and Bonnie Tyler, among others. Well-known entertainer Frankie Stevens will MC the evening. Frankie has been singing and acting for more than 30 years and has performed all over the world.

Kawerau District Council events and venues manager Lee Barton says it’s great to secure such high-profile acts for this year’s event.

“Kawerau Christmas in the Park attracts people from all over the Eastern Bay, as well as from outside the Bay of Plenty, and it offers something for everyone. We’re delighted to have Chris involved for a second year and look forward to what promises to be a fantastic event for all the family.”

“This is an amazing line-up that will cater for all interests and age groups.”

A 20sq m screen will ensure all spectators can fully enjoy the range of acts. The evening variety show runs from 7-10pm on December 17.

Organisers are working alongside the New Zealand Fire Service and Van Tiel Pyrotechnics to deliver the firework display, which, if confirmed will add to this incredible evening show line-up.  An announcement is expected during event week.

Kawerau Christmas in the Park is the Eastern Bay of Plenty’s showcase festive entertainment event and organisers encourage locals and visitors to come along. The event is family-friendly – drugs, alcohol and gang regalia are not permitted. Bag searches may take place at the venue entrances. Prideaux Park is a smoke-free venue.

For more information visit www.kawerauchristmasinthepark.co.nz.