Welcome to the VAC – The Premier Association for Entertainers and Performing Artists in New Zealand, incorporated to “promote the goodwill of the public towards New Zealand entertainment and entertainers, to foster a spirit of loyalty and cooperation between entertainers, and to encourage and assist members to achieve higher performance standards” as stated in our constitution.
The club meets monthly on the first Monday of every month except January each year when we present the VAC ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE, a two and a half hour variety show featuring 4 or 5 acts. Members of the public are welcome. A small cash door charge applies, currently $5 for VAC members or $10 for non-members, but we recommend our VAC Membership to save money and enjoy other club benefits.
As well as the chance to enjoy some great talent and a regular inexpensive social outing, these nights provide an invaluable opportunity for young artists to gain live performance experience and mix with professionals in the entertainment industry.
You can find details of the next VAC ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE on the Events News page and the VAC’s Facebook Group page.
Since 1969, the VAC has presented awards open to all New Zealand entertainers that recognise artistic and lifetime achievements. The annual presentation event is known as The Benny Awards named after the club’s most prestigious award, The Benny™ presented for lifetime achievement. Details of the last 2024 Benny Awards winners are available on our Other News page. Photos from the night can be found on our VAC Benny Awards 2024 Photos page.
If you would like to attend a club event and are not a VAC member or a NZ Clubs member as outlined above, Contact Us for assistance. We also welcome all enquiries for VAC Membership, which will reduce your monthly door charge, provide you with a monthly newsletter, and provide other benefits from time to time.