Kōanga Festival: ONO
2 Mt Lebanon Lane, Henderson, Auckland
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Tāmaki Makaurau Premiere! One show only. Join us for ONO this Sunday 24 September 2023.
“Superbly crafted stories brought to life in riveting performances” John Smythe, Theatreview
A powerful new collection of six compelling stories by talented Māori and Pasifika playwrights: Vela Manusaute, Jthan Morgan, Tainui Tukiwaho, Michaella Steel, Isaac Martyn and Poata Alvie McKree.
Explore the rich tapestry of aroha/alofa through diverse stories that delve into what it truly means to be human: great loves, self discovery, family bonds and connection to the world around us.
These stories are brought to the stage by three remarkable performers: the soulful Rob Lloyd, the charismatic Emma Katene and the truly captivating Kaisa Fa’atui. Experience the magic of gathering and sharing stories this Sunday at ONO.
Writers & their works:
The Secret Glade
by Jthan Morgan (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Rongowhakaata, Sapapāli’i, Magiagi, Lotofaga)
Tuakana/Teina
by Michaella Steel (Tainui, Rarotonga)
No Love, Only Tears
by Vela Manusaute (Niue, Samoa, South Auckland)
Hine’s Monologue
by Poata Alvie McKree (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahu ki Whangaroa, St Vincent, Barbados)
B.M.I: Bad. Mōmona. Īhaks.
by Isaac Martyn (Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Te Arawa)
From Ear to Ear
by Tainui Tukiwaho (Tūhoe, Te Arawa)
What the critics have to say:
“Her (Emma’s) ability to switch (characters) … is phenomenal.”
“Fa’atui has an incredibly infectious energy”
“Lloyd’s ability to connect with the audience makes me feel like I’m listening to stories from the koro I never had”
– Alia Marshall, Art Murmurs
“ONO gets a big ‘O yes!’ from me.”
– John Smythe, Theatreview
ONO is a collection of six new monologues by Māori and Pasifika writers especially commissioned for TAHI New Zealand Festival of Solo Performance 2023 and Taki Rua Productions.
Don’t miss this one evening only event.
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