Te Pou Theatre in partnership with The Dust Palace presents

Kua Rewa Te Aihikirīmi

A te reo Māori circus theatre show for tamariki presented at three venues across Tāmaki Makaurau this August.

Āhea | When

Kei hea | Where

Utu | Cost

Roanga | Duration

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Reo | Language

Warnings

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Kaupapa | About

A double scoop of fun, sprinkled with aerial acrobatics, contortion, ice cream juggling, and encounters with friends from te taiao, this delightful te reo Māori circus journey blends fun, mischief, and environmental awareness.

 

On a sizzling day in Tāmaki Makaurau, siblings Miro and Nikau set off on a quest to get the biggest ice creams in Aotearoa for their whanau from the legendary Te Kao Store. They set off on a magic speedy haerenga to Te Hiku o te Ika, but on their return the ice creams start to melt, and their trip home turns into an epic survival adventure.

 

Tamariki will laugh and learn as the siblings navigate environmental challenges to find each other and get the ice cream home safely to the whānau, sharing important environmental issues through the wonders of circus.

 

Kua Rewa Te Aihikirīmi is our annual Tamariki show and will be presented in three venues across Tāmaki Makaurau this August.
– Te Pou Theatre (Aug 8th)
– Ellerslie Arts (Aug 15th) – tīkiti link coming

 

We have additional shows for schools only at these venues and Mangere Arts Centre. If you are interested in making a booking for your school group, please contact Stormy Kay on tour@tepoutheatre.nz

 

PLEASE NOTE: As this show will be performed at two different venues, make sure to double check the date & venue you are purchasing a tīkiti for. 

Ngā Tangata | Cast & Creatives

Picture of Billy McCarthy

Billy McCarthy

Actor

Picture of Joe Dekkers-Reihana

Joe Dekkers-Reihana

Actor

Picture of Mary Piggin

Mary Piggin

Actor

Picture of Marianne Infante Khee Choy

Marianne Infante Khee Choy

Co-Producer

Picture of Eve Gordon

Eve Gordon

Actor

Picture of Mia van Oyen

Mia van Oyen

Actor

Picture of Tainui Tukiwaho

Tainui Tukiwaho

Director

Picture of Stormy Kay

Stormy Kay

Co-Producer

Tīkiti | Tickets

PLEASE NOTE: As this show will be performed at two different venues, make sure to double check the date & venue you are purchasing a tīkiti for.  

$5 Tamariki

$5 PWYC 

$10 PWYC

$15 PWYC

$20 PWYC

$25 PWYC

$30 PWYC

$35 PWYC

$50 Tīkiti Tautoko (Supports Te Pou Theatre)

 

PWYC = Pay What You Can

*Proof of claim is required, please have your ID card ready to present when attending the event.

 

For Tīkiti Tūru Wīra, select ‘Wheelchair Access’ section when booking online, then select a ticket price from the list presented.

 

If you need assistance with your booking please contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz

Companions of wheelchair ticket holders may come for free.

Taenga | Arrival

Our whare is located at Corban estate Arts Centre, 2 Mt Lebanon lane, Henderson, Waitakere.

When you arrive at Corban Estate, follow the signs that lead to our whare.

 

Ways to get here:

🚲 Cycle

There is a scenic cycle way that leads to Corban Estate Arts Centre. Lock your bike up in the bike stand available on site.

🚌 Bus & train

Bus and train links arrive at Henderson Transport Centre, which is within walking distance to our whare. Check the public transport route in your area to plan your trip.

🚗 Parking

Follow parking directions as you enter into Corban Estate Arts Centre.

 

When you arrive:

The Te Kōpua foyer, bar, kauta and pae tīkiti will be open 1 hour before show time. 
🍷Our Bar serves a full range of beverages (non alcoholic and alcoholic) and snacks.  

🍴 Our Kauta will be open for tasty bites before the show including steamed hāngī buns from The Hāngī Master, a vegetarian platter and a selection from ‘I Love Pies’.

🎟️ Our Pae Tīkiti (Box Office) will be open for ticket sales and pick ups.

Note: We no longer accept cash payments but welcome all major cards and paywave. 

Whakatapoko | Accessibility

Wheelchair and walker accessibility

Our whare is accessible to wheelchairs and walkers.

To ensure you have the best visiting experience, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz about your access needs so we can anticipate your visit.

Please note, your walker will need to be stored away during the performance so that it’s not a trip hazard to other patrons. An usher will return your walker to you whenever you need it.

 

Service animals

Service animals are welcome at our whare. If you’re bringing a service animal to an event, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz before your visit so we can anticipate your arrival.

Hauora Considerations

If you are feeling unwell or have flu-like symptoms please stay home.

We encourage you to share the gift of theatre by passing your ticket onto someone else to enjoy if you have to stay home.

Masks are not required, but you are welcome to wear one.

Photography

Photos and Filming are prohibited.

Please do not take any photos or footage, we have a few designated photographers, filmographers ready to capture the night for you all.

Warnings

References to mental health, trauma, and personal hardship.
Sensitive themes including grief, identity, and emotional healing.
Some strong emotional content (no explicit language, nudity, or strobe effects).

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