Ruaumoko
Composer Gareth Farr
Director and choreographer Moss Patterson
Soundscape artist Paddy Free
Auckland Arts Festival 2016 is delighted to announce the world premiere of Ruaumoko, a magical collaboration between Atamira Dance Company and Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, performing with 150 school children from across Auckland at the Civic Theatre in March 2016.
A true story for our time, Ruaumoko follows heroine Hine Ariki, a turehu (fairy) who sets out on a quest to calm the rumblings of Ruaumoko, god of the earthquakes. Something has disturbed the peace and caused the earth to shift. Hine Ariki draws on the winds, the rain, mythical creatures and her inner-strength to restore the balance and fulfill her mission.
Bringing 150 new, young performers together with professional mentors, Ruaumoko is a spellbinding showcase for the energies and creative potential of Auckland youth; it’s metamorphosis on a mass-scale. Joining forces with Atamira Dance Company and the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, these fledgling dancers aged 5 to 25, from all across Auckland, transform themselves into the enchanting characters of this newly imagined Māori myth.
Arts Laureate Gareth Farr’s earth-shattering composition, Paddy Free’s spacious sound design, Moss Patterson’s choreography and kapa haka form the bedrock for this beautifully rendered dance work.
SEASON DETAILS:
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Show |
Ruaumoko |
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Where |
The Civic |
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When |
Saturday 12 March, 5.00pm |
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Duration |
45mins no interval |
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Price |
GA Adult/Senior $25; GA Student/Child $15 |
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Bookings |
Book at Ticketmaster outlets: www.ticketmaster.co.nz P: 09 970 9700 or 0800 111 999 |
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Information |
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Social Media |
Facebook: facebook.com/Aklfestival Twitter: @Aklfestival Instagram: @Aklfestival |
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Media enquiries |
Meredith McGrath, PR & Media Manager Auckland Arts Festival P: +64 (0)9 3740317 M:+64 (0)27 473247 Meredith.mcgrath@aaf.co.nz |
A collaboration between Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra and Atamira Dance Company, presented in association with Auckland Arts Festival
With support from Auckland Live, Foundation North and Creative NZ
Auckland Arts Festival receives core funding from Auckland Council