Kia Mau

Set against the backdrop of a politically charged Aotearoa, The Handlers tells the story of wāhine Māori working in factories in the 1970s. Women holding down a job, lifting each other up, and handling more than most.

Vancouver-based Raven Spirit Dance company has been tracing the connections between ancestral landscapes and the body for the past 20 years. Their premiere season in Aotearoa includes a collection of performances.

Atamira Dance Company blends cultural storytelling and dynamic contemporary choreography. It’s a high-energy, emotionally resonant exploration of traditional Māori knowledge, values, and philosophy.

Two performers explore the darkness of a subterranean world. Pushing the boundaries of their physicality, they use dance, character performance, harsh vocalisation, and sound distortion.

Five diverse New Zealanders gather to discuss one simple question — New Zealand or Aotearoa? This sharp, thought-provoking play explores identity, belonging, and the forces that shape us.

Feel the heat of the Pacific with song, dance, and stories. Rarotonga and the surrounding islands are known for string bands. It’s the authentic sound of backyard gatherings, garage parties, and community halls.

When Mīkaere (12) and Sophie (13) arrive at their school campsite, they expect adventure — but nothing like this. A strange energy hums beneath the forest floor, pulling them toward a glade shrouded in mystery. 

Choreographer Vicki van Hout (Wiradjuri) ignites dialogue, celebrating and illuminating the sophistication of the world’s oldest living culture. This dance uses gleeful humour and sharp observation.

Come and celebrate the musical heritage and legacy of Hawai’i. Puana reminds us that poetic compositions from the past serve as guideposts for contemporary artistic journeys today.