ERUPT Lake Taupo Festival returns in May to move and shake us with a fresh and innovative 11-day programme.

The largest cultural event staged in Central Plateau region, the 9th ERUPT Lake Taupo Festival will offer everything from large scale outdoor events to intimate concerts - showcasing New Zealand and international theatre, dance, music, cabaret, comedy, visual arts plus an array of community and education activities.

The full programme is now available online at www.erupt.co.nz and you'll be able to create your own Facebook Festival Planner, as well as viewing video footage of selected shows and inviting your friends to join you at the Festival!