The Te Pou Theatre challenge is our first annual fundraiser to support us in creating a thriving home for Māori Theatre- Buzzing with kōrero, waiata, dance, theatre, comedy. We want our theatre bursting with Māori creatives telling Māori stories. Your mahi will fill our whare with free courses for Māori actors, writers, designers to learn and grow.
With your help we can support more of our creatives across Tāmaki Makaurau and Aoteroa onto new Pathways For Performing Arts In Te Ao Māori.
Its really easy to get involved with the Te Pou Theatre challenge. With four different challenges, there’s something for everyone!
Step One: Find yourself a challenge you can really get your teeth into. Check out our resources for some inspiration or create your own challenge!
– #30SecondTheatre
It’s time to release your inner thespian! Sign up and spin the wheel for your kupu and genre and create a 30 second TikTok video based on them- A horror about kai? A romance about a rāpeti? The possibilities are endless…
-#GameforTePou
More of a gamer? We’ve got you covered. Fundraise for Te Pou by hosting a gaming marathon on Twitch. How long can you go? Get your friends and whānau to support your challenge while you play your favourite games!
-Panga Challenge
Did you know there’s a Te Reo Māori version of Wordle? Panga is an awesome way to brush up on your reo and support us at the same time. Play Panga, share your scores on your profile for your supporters to see how amazing you are.
-Find Your Wero
Lastly, for the picky ones, you can choose your own wero! If none of the above tickle your fancy, show us what you can do. It could be anything from a cooking show to a cross country bike ride! Get creative.
All arts organisations and artists need support. We’re no different.
Māori creatives need a place where they can grow their skills in presenting Māori theatre, grow their reo, know that the whare they are showing their work in is the right place for their work. All New Zealanders need access to work drawing on te ao Māori, reflecting the unique cultural heritage of this land.
There is a significant shortage of skilled Māori creatives (writers, designers, performers). There is significantly less Māori performing arts created for all to see. This fundraising campaign addresses that imbalance by supporting the growth of Te Pou (the venue and the activities).
Head to the website, choose your challenge and start fundraising today!
If you want to support the kaupapa but you don’t want to do a challenge, ka pai! you can donate on the website.
If you have any pātai, please contact Lewis Contini at lewis@tepoutheatre.nz
