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3 days ago
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PAPA: Woven Wearable Art Returns To Auckland For One Day Only
Press Release – Kahui St David's Free to the public, PAPA Papatnuku | Whakapapa brings the rich traditions of Mori weaving and cultural expression to life through fashion, music, and performance, transforming Khui St Davids into a vibrant runway. Auckland, New Zealand – In celebration of Matariki, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa returns next month to Auckland with a one-day-only event that showcases the finest in woven wearable art. What: PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa – Woven Wearable Arts Showcase When: Saturday 7 June 2025 | 1:00pm–3:00pm Where: Kāhui St David's, 70 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland Tickets: Free entry – registration essential via Eventfinda Website: Free to the public, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa brings the rich traditions of Māori weaving and cultural expression to life through fashion, music, and performance, transforming Kāhui St David's into a vibrant runway. Curated by Te Whaea Witika and Beronia Scott, who are part of Te Puāwai Raranga, a collective of contemporary and traditional Māori artists and weavers based in Ōrākei, Auckland, the showcase will feature a collection of pieces from across New Zealand, woven from harakeke, natural fibres, and upcycled materials such as plastic bottle caps, tivaevae, and fast fashion waste. Some pieces take up to a year to complete. These works of wearable art will be modelled by participants of all ages, from rangatahi (youth) to kaumātua (elders). This year's featured artists hail from across Aotearoa and include: Beronia Scott, Te Hemoata Henare, Ann Margaret Strickland, Takutai Watts, Rawinia Weeva, Rosina Chan, Alan Chan, Jennifer Pountney, Tūī Stewart, Waimirirangi Howell, Lisa Pahau, Marama Morehu Batiyaka, Kiri Wikiriwhi and Danny Horsford. Event highlights include: Kiri Wikiriwhi's 2024 People's Choice Award-winning piece, woven from recycled white box strapping using the traditional mautahi weave. Rosina Chan's intricately designed pihepihe, featuring a dragon motif within a tāniko band – celebrating her whakapapa and mastery as a kairaranga. Te Whaea Witika, lead weaver, says: 'Now in its second year, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa is more than a fashion event – it's a celebration of community, culture, and creativity. It showcases the artistry of Māori weaving alongside live performance, music, and wearable expression. 'Through the works of wearable art that will be walked down the red carpet at Kāhui St David's, we hope to inspire future generations to weave, to care for the environment, and to continue the practice of using natural materials.' In addition to the stunning woven artworks, attendees can enjoy live performances from Te Whare Karioi, Maraea Mokaraka, music by DJ Jeremy Robb, and delicious kai served by Te Whānau Toi Tupu – a collective of weavers raising funds for a cultural exchange trip to Thailand. 'We're also inviting rangatahi from the local community, with students from nearby high schools gaining hands-on experience in the creative arts and proudly stepping onto the red carpet,' says Te Whaea Witika. 'Audiences will be part of the celebration too, through the People's Choice Award – voting for their favourite piece and helping to recognise the incredible talent of our artists.' Paul Baragwanath, Director of the Friends of St David's Trust, concludes: 'Hosting PAPA is a true privilege. This is a space for everyone – where cultural expression, performance, and beauty meet. 'It's a thrill to see these woven works of art come to life on the red carpet of the Great Hall of Kāhui St David's. We are inviting people of all cultural backgrounds to come and celebrate Matariki, music and wearable art.'
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3 days ago
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PAPA: Woven Wearable Art Returns To Auckland For One Day Only
Auckland, New Zealand – In celebration of Matariki, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa returns next month to Auckland with a one-day-only event that showcases the finest in woven wearable art. What: PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa – Woven Wearable Arts Showcase When: Saturday 7 June 2025 | 1:00pm–3:00pm Where: Kāhui St David's, 70 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland Tickets: Free entry – registration essential via Eventfinda Website: Free to the public, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa brings the rich traditions of Māori weaving and cultural expression to life through fashion, music, and performance, transforming Kāhui St David's into a vibrant runway. Curated by Te Whaea Witika and Beronia Scott, who are part of Te Puāwai Raranga, a collective of contemporary and traditional Māori artists and weavers based in Ōrākei, Auckland, the showcase will feature a collection of pieces from across New Zealand, woven from harakeke, natural fibres, and upcycled materials such as plastic bottle caps, tivaevae, and fast fashion waste. Some pieces take up to a year to complete. These works of wearable art will be modelled by participants of all ages, from rangatahi (youth) to kaumātua (elders). This year's featured artists hail from across Aotearoa and include: Beronia Scott, Te Hemoata Henare, Ann Margaret Strickland, Takutai Watts, Rawinia Weeva, Rosina Chan, Alan Chan, Jennifer Pountney, Tūī Stewart, Waimirirangi Howell, Lisa Pahau, Marama Morehu Batiyaka, Kiri Wikiriwhi and Danny Horsford. Event highlights include: Kiri Wikiriwhi's 2024 People's Choice Award-winning piece, woven from recycled white box strapping using the traditional mautahi weave. Rosina Chan's intricately designed pihepihe, featuring a dragon motif within a tāniko band – celebrating her whakapapa and mastery as a kairaranga. Te Whaea Witika, lead weaver, says: 'Now in its second year, PAPA – Papatūānuku | Whakapapa is more than a fashion event - it's a celebration of community, culture, and creativity. It showcases the artistry of Māori weaving alongside live performance, music, and wearable expression. 'Through the works of wearable art that will be walked down the red carpet at Kāhui St David's, we hope to inspire future generations to weave, to care for the environment, and to continue the practice of using natural materials.' In addition to the stunning woven artworks, attendees can enjoy live performances from Te Whare Karioi, Maraea Mokaraka, music by DJ Jeremy Robb, and delicious kai served by Te Whānau Toi Tupu - a collective of weavers raising funds for a cultural exchange trip to Thailand. 'We're also inviting rangatahi from the local community, with students from nearby high schools gaining hands-on experience in the creative arts and proudly stepping onto the red carpet,' says Te Whaea Witika. 'Audiences will be part of the celebration too, through the People's Choice Award - voting for their favourite piece and helping to recognise the incredible talent of our artists.' Paul Baragwanath, Director of the Friends of St David's Trust, concludes: 'Hosting PAPA is a true privilege. This is a space for everyone - where cultural expression, performance, and beauty meet. 'It's a thrill to see these woven works of art come to life on the red carpet of the Great Hall of Kāhui St David's. We are inviting people of all cultural backgrounds to come and celebrate Matariki, music and wearable art.'
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11-05-2025
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Mega-Hit Stage Play Announces 'Tour De Force' Of New Zealand
Press Release – Sandra Roberts One of New Zealand's most successful plays of all time, MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra) today announces a 'tour de force' – a national tour of the long-awaited sequel GOMIL (Grumpy Old Man in Lycra). Starring acting legend Mark Hadlow ONZM (King Kong, The Hobbit, SNAG) and written and directed by Gregory Cooper (MAMIL, That Bloody Woman), GOMIL reunites this dream team who is directly responsible for causing laughter lines on the faces of over 70,000 people who saw MAMIL! This critically acclaimed production that sold out in its debut season in Otautahi Christchurch is so good, it's hitting the road and visiting 14 cities around New Zealand this September and October. Tickets are on sale from Ticketek, Ticketmaster, Eventfinda & local box offices from $79*. 'Fast-paced and slick' – Theatreview GOMIL follows the journey of Wayne, the founder and team leader of the men's cycling group in MAMIL. A lot has happened to Wayne over the last 10 years. He has retired, his son has moved to London with his grandchildren and Maggie, his wife of 49 years, passed away suddenly a year ago. For Wayne, his family and his work were his life. They were the source of his life's pleasure and purpose and now he is having to cope with the loss of both. The only thing left to take his mind off the pain is cycling with his MAMIL friends, especially Bryan, the central character of MAMIL. But a panic attack mid-ride and a crash with catastrophic consequences leads to a crisis of cycling confidence and the inability to do the thing he loves the most. Like MAMIL, it takes an array of characters to help the central character rediscover what is truly important when their life seems adrift and meaningless. A relentlessly positive Scottish counsellor, a philosophical Romanian personal trainer, Wayne's new arch-enemy in the form of an ocker Ozzie retirement village owner who grinds his gears and yes, even Pinarello — the Italian bike of Bryan's and Wayne's nightmares — all wittingly and unwittingly help Wayne get back on the bike and realise he still has something to offer, he still has a purpose and most importantly a reason to get out of bed every morning aside from going for a piss. 'An engaging and earnest work of art, packed with nostalgia, interesting psychological contemplations, and relatable tropes of ageing, all presented with heart and humour' The Press Mark Hadlow says he's thrilled to be back in the saddle with the sequel to MAMIL that ran for a remarkable eight years, broke box office records and, best of all, resonated with so many New Zealanders. 'We're hoping GOMIL will really strike a chord with Kiwis and that they will continue on the journey with us,' says Mark. 'We want people to enjoy the ride and get a few laughs out of it.' Get your peloton organised today and grab your tickets to this hilariously accurate portrayal of life in Lycra. Booking fees apply DATES, VENUES AND BOOKINGS 18 SEPTEMBER | WHANGANUI OPERA HOUSE 7.30PM | TICKETEK 19 SEPTEMBER | WELLINGTON OPERA HOUSE 7.30PM | TICKETMASTER 20 SEPTEMBER | CARTERTON EVENT CENTRE 7.30PM | 23 SEPTEMBER | TE RAUKURA KI KAPITI 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 25 SEPTEMBER | CLARENCE ST THEATRE, HAMILTON, 7.30PM | TICKETEK 27 SEPTEMBER | BRUCE MASON CENTRE, AUCKLAND, 7.30PM | TICKETMASTER 30 SEPTEMBER | BAYCOURT, TAURANGA, 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 2 OCTOBER | GREAT LAKE CENTRE, TAUPO 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 3 OCTOBER | TSB SHOWPLACE, NEW PLYMOUTH, 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 12 OCTOBER | EVENT CENTRE, ASHBURTON 4PM | 14 OCTOBER | ISAAC THEATRE ROYAL, CHRISTCHURCH, 7.30PM | TICKETEK 15 OCTOBER | REGENT THEATRE, DUNEDIN, 7.30PM | 17 OCTOBER | CIVIC THEATRE, INVERCARGILL, 7.30PM | TICKETEK
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11-05-2025
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- Scoop
Mega-Hit Stage Play Announces 'Tour De Force' Of New Zealand
One of New Zealand's most successful plays of all time, MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra) today announces a 'tour de force' – a national tour of the long-awaited sequel GOMIL (Grumpy Old Man in Lycra). Starring acting legend Mark Hadlow ONZM (King Kong, The Hobbit, SNAG) and written and directed by Gregory Cooper (MAMIL, That Bloody Woman), GOMIL reunites this dream team who is directly responsible for causing laughter lines on the faces of over 70,000 people who saw MAMIL! This critically acclaimed production that sold out in its debut season in Otautahi Christchurch is so good, it's hitting the road and visiting 14 cities around New Zealand this September and October. Tickets are on sale from Ticketek, Ticketmaster, Eventfinda & local box offices from $79*. 'Fast-paced and slick' - Theatreview GOMIL follows the journey of Wayne, the founder and team leader of the men's cycling group in MAMIL. A lot has happened to Wayne over the last 10 years. He has retired, his son has moved to London with his grandchildren and Maggie, his wife of 49 years, passed away suddenly a year ago. For Wayne, his family and his work were his life. They were the source of his life's pleasure and purpose and now he is having to cope with the loss of both. The only thing left to take his mind off the pain is cycling with his MAMIL friends, especially Bryan, the central character of MAMIL. But a panic attack mid-ride and a crash with catastrophic consequences leads to a crisis of cycling confidence and the inability to do the thing he loves the most. Like MAMIL, it takes an array of characters to help the central character rediscover what is truly important when their life seems adrift and meaningless. A relentlessly positive Scottish counsellor, a philosophical Romanian personal trainer, Wayne's new arch-enemy in the form of an ocker Ozzie retirement village owner who grinds his gears and yes, even Pinarello -- the Italian bike of Bryan's and Wayne's nightmares -- all wittingly and unwittingly help Wayne get back on the bike and realise he still has something to offer, he still has a purpose and most importantly a reason to get out of bed every morning aside from going for a piss. 'An engaging and earnest work of art, packed with nostalgia, interesting psychological contemplations, and relatable tropes of ageing, all presented with heart and humour' The Press Mark Hadlow says he's thrilled to be back in the saddle with the sequel to MAMIL that ran for a remarkable eight years, broke box office records and, best of all, resonated with so many New Zealanders. 'We're hoping GOMIL will really strike a chord with Kiwis and that they will continue on the journey with us,' says Mark. 'We want people to enjoy the ride and get a few laughs out of it.' Get your peloton organised today and grab your tickets to this hilariously accurate portrayal of life in Lycra. Booking fees apply DATES, VENUES AND BOOKINGS 18 SEPTEMBER | WHANGANUI OPERA HOUSE 7.30PM | TICKETEK 19 SEPTEMBER | WELLINGTON OPERA HOUSE 7.30PM | TICKETMASTER 20 SEPTEMBER | CARTERTON EVENT CENTRE 7.30PM | 23 SEPTEMBER | TE RAUKURA KI KAPITI 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 25 SEPTEMBER | CLARENCE ST THEATRE, HAMILTON, 7.30PM | TICKETEK 27 SEPTEMBER | BRUCE MASON CENTRE, AUCKLAND, 7.30PM | TICKETMASTER 30 SEPTEMBER | BAYCOURT, TAURANGA, 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 2 OCTOBER | GREAT LAKE CENTRE, TAUPO 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 3 OCTOBER | TSB SHOWPLACE, NEW PLYMOUTH, 7.30PM | EVENTFINDA 12 OCTOBER | EVENT CENTRE, ASHBURTON 4PM | 14 OCTOBER | ISAAC THEATRE ROYAL, CHRISTCHURCH, 7.30PM | TICKETEK 15 OCTOBER | REGENT THEATRE, DUNEDIN, 7.30PM | 17 OCTOBER | CIVIC THEATRE, INVERCARGILL, 7.30PM | TICKETEK
Otago Daily Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
Soundscapes traverses centuries
Southern Consort of Voices. Photo: supplied Dunedin chamber choir Southern Consort of Voices will present Soundscapes, a concert of music for unaccompanied voices, this weekend. Featuring music ranging from the 16th century to the present day, the concert will be held this Sunday, from 2pm at St Joseph's Chapel under the baton of Southern Consort of Voices director Daniel Kelly. Featured compositions will include works by Thomas Tallis, William Harris, Johan-Magnus Sjoberg, Hugo Alfven, Taylor Scott Davis, Max Reger, Dougie MacLean and Billy Joel. St Joseph's Chapel is behind the Rattray St cathedral, in the grounds of Trinity College. Tickets via Eventfinda, or at the door. — APL
