Kororāreka - The Ballad of Maggie Flynn by Paolo Rotondo takes us from wretched beginnings in old London town to the lawless outpost of Kororāreka (Russell), for a brief moment New Zealand’s capital in the era of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Maggie’s legend is reimagined with the story telling skill of Paolo Rotondo and the visual flair of Red Leap.

A 2-Day Massive Company Introduction to Theatre Workshop for youth living in the local area. Massive Company LOVES to play, pretend, explore, devise and make our own theatre. We use our own personal stories and experiences as the basis of the theatre that we make. Our workshop will have you dancing, running, skipping and loving to pretend!

Inspired by the humour and music of Prince Tui Teka, Billy T James and also their contemporaries The Modern Māori Quartet. The Māori Side steps will present music that is fun, witty, satirical with a sing a long flavour fused with character comedy and hilarious banter.

The Studio Season returns with a two day open rehearsal (free to drop in) followed by a ticketed evening presentation of the rehearsed reading of STUFF, featuring Donogh Rees, Elizabeth McRae, Rachel Nash and Munashe Tapfuya.

Rawiri Paratene is one of NZs most loved communicators and is referred to as a ‘National Treasure’.  In this, Paratene’s first solo show, audiences are invited look through the round window at his life as an actor and activist; a koro and a naughty taurekareka! Join Rawiri as he shares yarns, poetry and song (some of his own, others of his choosing) in a whimsical and insightful but ever joyous performance.

Back by popular demand! Whether you’re a beginner or mid-career playwright, Te Pou Theatre offer you the opportunity to participate in a two-day Masterclasses presented by award winning playwright Albert Belz.