“I love the way that curator Mel Tangaere-Baldwin has brought together all the artists’ different styles and approaches,” Waipara said.
“I also love that our community embraces that uniqueness every year and feels a sense of ownership of the kaupapa. It’s just the kind of gentle joy we need right now.”
There’s still plenty more to come from Te Tairāwhiti Arts Festival with the performance of UPU tonight and tomorrow night at the War Memorial Theatre, a Taonga Pūoro Workshop at Eastwoodhill Arboretum tomorrow, IA Māori Music at Eastwoodhill Arboretum on Sunday, Big J – A New Legacy on Wednesday and Thursday (October 11-12) at Lawson Field Theatre and Deva Mahal also at the Lawson Field Theatre on Friday and Saturday (October 13-14).
Next week also features the highly anticipated Whakapaupakihi development season from Friday to Sunday at War Memorial Theatre.
Keep an eye on the festival’s Facebook page for the latest information around the events and particularly if the weather forces a move for the outdoor gatherings.
For more information and tickets, go to tetairawhitiartsfestival.nz/