Billy The Bard

Billy The Bard

Billy The Bard
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Evening Story Telling Show each fine night just after the sun goes down. Myth, legend poetry and song as the stars come out.
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Grant N
Hastings, New Zealand1,507 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
9pm and we were present at the solar circle to meet and hear Billy The Bard. He's a bit larger than life and is a real showman. We were dressed warmly but he'd laid out blankets for us all to use and had heaters going (usually a fire but there's a drought on and a fire ban) . Gave us his version of history through the medium of stories and songs, pointed out constellations and generally entertained us for about an hour or so. He even had us singing and some young ladies dancing. A good show and well worth checking it out - he puts out sandwich boards around town when he decides to perform as it's reliant on weather. Give it a try - and be sure to have a donation available for the perfomance
Written 17 April 2024
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Miz w
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
Well worth the show. We were lucky enough to find the show by Billy the Bard at Lake Tekapo. Please go. He is great and it is a little quirky show held outside in the round for a donation. From his entry via the Flower of Scotland, we were entertained and informed. Great value.
Written 18 February 2023
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Nicole M
Drysdale, Australia100 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Family
If you have primary school aged kids get on board with Billy and spend an hour learning about planets and some local history. The show is very interactive and the kids will have a great time. Billy is very enthusiastic, entertaining and really funny.
What a great way to spend a long summers evening down at Lake Tekapo, grab some marshmallows and head on down. Starts around 9.30pm weather permitting.
The best entertainment in the area.
Written 9 January 2023
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Xavier Irvine
London, UK21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
Billy the Bard is amazing! A must do when visiting the Tekapo area. He charmed us with his singing, jokes and wisdom of the stars. You’ll be so glad to have unearthed this little gem of an experience. Wrap up, snuggle under the provided blanket and listen to the wonders of the sky. Have some cash as you won’t feel like you have to tip him, rather you’ll want to!
Written 29 April 2023
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2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Couples
Billy is an excellent storyteller, teacher and entertainer. Definitely get yourself along for this wholesome Tekapo experience. Learn about the galaxy and local legends. Bring cash for a donation!
Written 8 November 2024
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Haiz09
Bilbao, Spain73 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
Billy the Bard offered us a different and curious evening, in which he combined astronomy, local legends and poetry. If you are in Tekapo and see its sign, do not hesitate to attend to the call of its drum at dusk.
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Written 27 December 2023
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