The last production of Parihaka at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti Coastlands Theatre was a spectacular show and the 2024 version promises to be an equally moving experience.
This Kāpiti College production, written by Paora Trim and Nicola Easthope, is directed by Paora Trim and will be on the following nights:
Sat 21 Sep 2024, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Mon 23 Sep 2024, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Tue 24 Sep 2024, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Thu 26 Sep 2024, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Set in the peaceful village of Parihaka, a husband and wife (Haeata and Maioha) are separated after he is arrested for protesting peacefully. Rolleston and Bryce make plans to clear the land and villagers. Te Whiti and Tohu have other ideas. When the land is taken, Haeata is sent to Dunedin prison to do hard labour.
This show made with the students of Kāpiti College is a combined effort using dance, original music pieces, poetry, kapa haka, drama and more. They have contributed original works which will be woven through a beautiful story of loss, love and hope. The Parihaka values established by Te Whiti and Tohu, such as equality, peace, non-violence, sanctuary and future, enable us to make our own “Parihaka”.
There is a special performance of Parihaka on Wednesday 25th September to raise funds for beloved Kaumātua Karl Farrell of Ngāti Haumia ki Paekākāriki, to help fund Karl’s cancer treatment for a longer and more comfortable life.
For tickets see: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2024/parihaka/paraparaumu
