Whakapuāwai is an annual programme offering opportunities for development and connection for the Māori performing arts community.
These sessions are your opportunity to come together with other like minded people, learn basic poi movements as well as add a new waiata Māori to your kete right here at your whare whakaari – Te Pou. Facilitating our poi sessions will be Ariana Williams, and taking us through a waiata is manu tioriori Aleesha Tia Taua.
Āhea | When: Mondays 23 & 30 Mar, 13 & 20 Apr
Wā | Time: 6pm – 7:30pm
Kei hea | Where: Te Pou Theatre, 2 Mt Lebanon Lane
Mō wai | For who: All who come are welcome!
Utu | Cost: Kore utu | Free
Roanga | Duration: 1.5hrs
Designed especially for beginners and new faces, this series is perfect for anyone wanting to learn the ropes in a supportive, welcoming environment. Come along, grow your confidence, and step into your creative journey with us. Te Pou Awe is facilitated by Tainui Tukiwaho, covering the many facets of acting and what makes Māori Theatre. Upskill your acting craft and boost your confidence in a playful space.
Āhea | When: Tuesdays 23 Sep – 11 Nov, 6-9pm
Kei hea | Where: Te Pou Theatre, 2 Mt Lebanon Lane
Mō wai | For who: Rangatahi & emerging artists in the Māori performing arts community
Utu | Cost: Kore utu | Free
Roanga | Duration: 3hrs per night
– Richard Te Are
We are grateful to have various organisations, businesses and people supporting many different aspects of Te Pou, including our kaitautoko.
We couldn’t achieve what we have without their support.
We would like to acknowledge the following organisations who specifically support the annual Whakapuāwai Programme:
