Unitec Dance return to Te Pou Theatre for SHOWCASE 2024; two new dance works choreographed by exceptional artists Sarah Foster Sproull and Eddie Elliott.
Kia Raupapahia by Eddie Elliott opens the double bill programme. Inspired by the ascension of Tāne Mahuta through the 12 heavens to retrieve the three baskets of knowledge, Kia Raupapahia draws on the challenges Tāne faced on his quest. The dancers reflect upon their own search for identity as they embody Eddie’s expressive movement language and rhythmical structure. How do they navigate the collision of individuality and collective understanding? Kia Raupapahia is created in collaboration with Paddy Free, who has composed an original score for the work.
Reverance acknowledges the exchange between teacher and student, a mode of respect, a chance to flourish the arms in a ridiculous way. In creating Reverance Sarah Foster Sproull draws on her own experiences as a young dancer and comes into dialogue with the emotional bodies of the Unitec students, full of hope and aspiration. Sarah considers the notion of an emotional body as one that doesn’t just do sweet dance moves, but captures experiences to communicate something otherworldly, or ancestral. Reverance is danced to the glorious tones of Baroque composer Marin Marais, with original composition from Eden Mulholland.
Performed by 28 Unitec Dance ākonga, with Lighting Design by Jo Kilgour and Costume Design by Rose Philpott, SHOWCASE 2024 promises another evening of remarkable dance. Book your tickets now!
Guidance: Haze included in the show
Suitable for all ages
Show Director
Kaitito nekehanga | Choreographer
Kaitito nekehanga | Choreographer
Choreographic Support & Rehearsal Director
Kaitito | Composer
Kaitito | Composer
Kaihoahoa tūrama | Lighting Designer
Kaiwhakahaere hanga whakaari | Production Manager
Kaihoahoa kahu whakaaari | Costume Designer
Kaiwhakaari
Kaiwhakaari
All tickets to this event are General Admission and are currently available online.
General Tickets
$20 Pakeke (Adult)
$15 Kaumatua (Senior) | Gold Card may be required
$15 Hapori (Community services card holders/ Equity members) | Community services card and Equity card may be required
$10 Rangatahi (youth & children)
$10 Tauira | ID Required
$19 Rōpū (6+) | When booking 6 groups or more
If you need assistance with your booking please contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz
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.
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.
