If you’re someone that happens to have grown up with a sibling, or maybe you didn’t grow up with them, but they still feature in your life somehow… then you’ll understand the peculiar and nuanced relationship-storm that exists within this universe of ‘siblingdom’.
And when a sibling is a person with a disability, this universe becomes even more nuanced. What are the orbits, gravitational laws, shooting stars and physics of this universe?
Siblings is a multi-layered theatre piece directed by Pelenakeke Brown and Associate Director Barnie Duncan, featuring a cast of four tāngata whaikaha/disabled performers exploring sibling relationships, disability, agency and care. Devised through talanoa, games and access as a creative prompt.
Beautiful, funny, profound and universal, this work is proudly premiering at Te Pou Theatre after a three and a half year incubation period. With thanks to Creative New Zealand and Foundation North, and in kind support from Auckland Council. With acknowledgement to Flock Charitable Trust for their support in the development season of Siblings.
Director & Producer
Cast
Cast
Sound Design
Production Manager
Stage Manager
Associate Director
Cast
Cast
Lighting and AV Design
Set Designer
Kaiwhakaari | Actor
Kaituhi | Writer
Ringatohu | Director
Kaiwhakaari | Actor
Kaiwhakaari | Actor
Stage Manager
Operator
Set Designer
Sound Designer
Kaiwhakahaere Whakaari | Producer
All tickets to this event are General Admission and are currently available online.
$30 Tīkiti Ngākau Hihiko (Early Bird Ticket) available until 10 July
$35 Pakeke (Standard Adult Ticket)
$30 Rōpū (6 or more)
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 booking@tepoutheatre.nz
Note: Credit card charges will be applied to online purchases.
When you arrive at Corban Estate, follow the signs that lead to our whare.
CycleThere is a scenic cycle way that leads to Corban Estate Arts Centre. Lock your bike up in the bike stand available on site.
Bus & trainBus 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.
ParkingFollow parking directions as you enter into Corban Estate Arts Centre.
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.
Every show is a relaxed performance, you are free to come into and leave the theatre as you need. Audio description is built into the overall show.
Thursday 24 July, 7:30pm
Friday 25 July, 7:30pm
Sunday 27 July, 2pm
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 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.
We encourage you to share the gift of theatre by passing your ticket onto someone else to enjoy if you have to stay home.
R16 – Contains themes of addiction and mental health, adult themes, trauma and suicide.
