Taki Rua's love story straddling two worlds, Sing to Me, comes to Palmerston North on May 19 and 20.
Two worlds collide when mild-mannered optometrist Ata and fierce sea maiden Whetū fall in love. From the first flourishes of romance to the arrival of a child born of both land and sea, this love story cascades through challenging waters when cultures collide and the world burns.
Set against the backdrop of a climate in crisis, Sing to Me is a reimagining of pūrākau (stories) of old in the 21st century. It interweaves comedy with song and characters to fall in love with.
Actors Rutene Spooner and Emma Katene work with live musician/performer Te Aihe Butler to evoke a modern mythical realm.
Sing to Me is written by Alex Lodge, who was inspired by the legend of Pania of the Reef, and directed by Miriama McDowell.