Mana Wahine - A Journey of Strength

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Event Mana Wahine - A Journey of Strength
Venue Princess Theatre, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
First Date 11 July 2014
Last Date 12 July 2014
Dates Estimated No
Status Unknown
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description A collaborative work with an all-female cast and largely female crew - imparts the presence and significance of female mana. Inspired by heroic Maori woman Te Aokapurangi, who single-handedly saved her people from slaughter.
Primary Genre Dance
Secondary Genre Dance
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Malia Johnston Choreographer
Taane Mete Choreographer
Taiaroa Royal Choreographer
Jana Castillo Dancer
Bianca Hyslop Dancer
Chrissy Kokiri Dancer
Maria Munkowits Dancer
Nancy Wijohn Dancer
Text Nationality New Zealand
Production Nationality New Zealand
Further Information Music combined modern beats with waiata and taonga puoro.
Event Status Completed
Data Set Theatre Aotearoa
Event Identifier 204058