Contemporary dance
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site-specific
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immersive
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Contemporary dance 〰️ site-specific 〰️ immersive 〰️
Movement of the Human and Auckland Live present
Tōrua
Movement of the Human
Acclaimed choreographer and director Malia Johnston (Belle – A Performance of Air, Auckland Arts Festival) returns with Tōrua, a captivating immersive urban dance experience.
Performed by an outstanding ensemble of dance artists including Sefa Tunupopo, Xin Ji, Jemima Smith, Ella Williams, Veronica Lyu, Andre Busby, Petronilla Su'a, Montell Nickel and Nate Gacusan.
This extraordinary work unfolds over two weekends in October. Through movement, music and place, the audience (re)discovers the spaces around two of Auckland's newest city landmarks - Karanga-a-Hape Station and Te Waihorotiu Station.
Book a headset in advance to immerse yourself in the dual soundscape by Anna Edgington and Eden Mulholland (Ngāti Porou).
“Tōrua is magic conjured on the streets… An intricate gift for all who choose to engage.”
— Lyne Pringle, Theatreview
“The work feels instinctual, spiritual, a poignant moment in a backdrop of urban business…. ”
— Leila Lois, Theatreview
VENUES, DATES & TIMES
Karanga-a-Hape: Meet @ Pitt Street Methodist Church
Fri 9 Oct: 6pm;
Sat 10 + Sun 11 Oct: 1pm + 6pm
Te Waihorotiu: Meet @ Aotea Centre Box Office
Fri 16 Oct: 6pm;
Sat 17 + Sun 18 Oct: 1pm + 6pm
Duration: 50min
PRICES & TICKET INFO
FREE, Bookings recommended
ACCESSIBILITY
Promenade | Accessible for those who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing | No Language Barriers | Service Animals
CONTENT WARNINGS
N/A
Photo: Andi Crown
CREDITS:
Choreographer: Malia Johnston
Performers: Sefa Tunupopo, Xin Ji, Jemima Smith, Ella Williams, Veronica Lyu, Andre Busby, Petronilla Su'a, Montell Nickel, Nate Gacusan
Composers: Eden Mulholland (Ngāti Porou), Anna Edgington
Technical: Rowan Pierce
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