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Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish GeneAuckland · Fri, 20 Nov 2026

7:00 pm local time
Kiri Te Kanawa TheatreAuckland
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Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene takes place at Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Auckland on Friday, 20 November 2026, starting at 7:00 pm local time.

It is listed as Miscellaneous Theatre (Theatre).

Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre has 20 upcoming events on our calendar.

All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: Children aged 3 and under are permitted to sit on their caregiver's lap free of charge with use of a lap ticket. In this landmark live event, evolutionary biologist and bestselling author Richard Dawkins comes to the stage to mark fifty years of The Selfish Gene, a book that reframed how science understands life, behaviour and human nature.

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Te Waihorotiu · Train station · 290 m · 5 min walk
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Richard Dawkins at Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre: show day guide

Show starts
7:00 pm
Getting there
Te Waihorotiu, 290 m (5 min walk)
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Venue: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre

50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland, 1010
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Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene: FAQs

When is Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene?

Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene is scheduled for Friday, 20 November 2026 at 7:00 pm local time.

Where is Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene taking place?

At Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland 1010.

How much are tickets for Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre?

If you're driving to the venue, you can find more info on your parking options here.

Does Richard Dawkins have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Richard Dawkins has 2 upcoming dates, including Torrensville (13 Nov) and Wellington (23 Nov).

Richard Dawkins - 50 Years of The Selfish Gene

Fri, 20 Nov 2026

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