Nga Pou Wahine

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Event Nga Pou Wahine
Venue Downstage Theatre @ Hannah Playhouse (1973 - 2013), Wellington, New Zealand
First Date 8 October 1997
Last Date 17 October 1997
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description In the words of the most important people in her life, the story of Kura unfolds. Auntie Lizzie, Uncle Walter, Kura's mother and her friends gradually reveal the special identity of Kura. Mana and strength will pass on to the next generation.
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Drama
Solo
Subjects All-Female Cast
Bicultural
Māori
Whakapapa
Women
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Rachel House Actor
Nancy Brunning Director
Tina Cook Director
Himiona Grace Musician
Briar Grace-Smith Playwright
Sean Coyle Set Designer
Kate Peters Set Designer
Text Nationality New Zealand
Production Nationality New Zealand
Further Information Limited Venues. Herald Theatre (Auckland) 22/10 until 08/11/1997. Also performed at the Festival of Dreaming in Sydney as part of the cultural lead up to the 2000 Olympics.
Event Status Completed
Data Set Theatre Aotearoa
Event Identifier 185588