Te Tupua - The Goblin

A solo play written and performed by John G Davies

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Kaupapa | About

“Giselle if this is you I will f*cking report you to the principal for cyber bullying AGAIN”

A Scottish sailor is shipwrecked on the coast of Aotearoa; the year is 1815. Captured by a Māori hapu he lives as a slave, a warrior, and a husband. It is a fight for survival, and such occurrences are present in the historical records and the oral histories of Iwi Māori.

 

John G Davies has 50 years of experience as a writer, director and actor and combines extensive research and intercultural theatre practice into a dynamic solo performance that has captured and inspired the hearts of audiences throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

 

This play is suitable for ages 10 and up.

Ngā Tangata | Cast & Creatives

Picture of John G Davies

John G Davies

Kaiwhakaari | Actor (9 characters)
& Narrator

Picture of Ngakirikiri Kershaw

Ngakirikiri Kershaw

Kaiwhakaari | Actor

Picture of Tainui Tukiwaho

Tainui Tukiwaho

Kaituhi | Writer
Ringatohu | Director

Picture of Te Huamanuka Luiten-Apirana

Te Huamanuka Luiten-Apirana

Kaiwhakaari | Actor

Picture of Te Arohanui Way-Korewha

Te Arohanui Way-Korewha

Kaiwhakaari | Actor

Picture of Teiaro Taikato

Teiaro Taikato

Stage Manager

Picture of Bekky Boyce

Bekky Boyce

Operator

Picture of John Verryt

John Verryt

Set Designer

Picture of Paige Pomana

Paige Pomana

Sound Designer

Picture of Jane Hakaraia

Jane Hakaraia

Kaiwhakahaere Whakaari | Producer

Tīkiti | Tickets

All tickets to this event are General Admission and are currently available online. 

$25 Tīkiti Ngākau Hihiko (Early Bird ticket) available until 

$30 Pakeke (Standard Adult Ticket)
$25 Kaumātua (*Gold card)

$25 Hāpori (*Community Services card, *Equity Member)

$20 Rangatahi (*Student ID required)

$20 Tamaiti (Child 10- 18yrs)

*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 booking@tepoutheatre.nz

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.

Covid 19 Considerations

If you have any Covid-19 symptoms or have been required to isolate, 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.

Content Warnings

Suitable for ages 10+ 

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