Mana Wahine…

More than a hundred special Matariki events have been offered in Tamaki Makarau between 28 June and 29 July.  The most stunning performance we’ve seen was the Okareka Dance Company’s Mana Wahine, starring five women dancers in a powerful story of women’s strength, power and beauty.  The choreography, by Taiaroa Royal and Tane Mete with Malia Johnston, […]

More Matariki Moments…

We’ve been to several exciting events. Uku Tatai Whetu (“Earthbound to the Stars”),  at the Nathan Homestead- Manurewa Community Arts Centre, included many stunning works.  We especially liked these:  in clay by Noelle Jakeman, recycled materials by Bethany Edwards, and muka by Tuaine Strickland.   On the last day of Floral Art at Fresh Gallery, in Otara, we were given […]