Tonight’s performance of Chicago in Auckland has been cancelled, as a burst water main in Wellesley Street has affected the water supply to The Civic.

Auckland Live Director, Robbie Macrae, said without water for patron use and fire protection it will not be possible to stage tonight's performance.

"Our ticketing agent, Ticketmaster New Zealand, has contacted ticket holders for tonight's show to advise them of the cancellation and to arrange full refunds.

"This is a fantastic show and we encourage patrons to rebook to see another performance."

Tomorrow's two performances would go ahead as normal.

A deepening low has brought rain to much of the North Island today including the odd heavy shower this afternoon in Auckland.

There had been 5.6mm in Whangaparaoa in one hour this afternoon.