TOMO VR in Lutruwita
Ten Days
12 sessions
80 viewers
Two workshops
Countless opportunity for cultural exchange
“When I saw the spoon I opened my mouth. What did you taste? Art.”
A truly special opportunity for shared cultural exchange and connection. Atamira was honoured to be programmed at Ten Days on the Island, sharing TOMO VR (Virtual Reality) in Lutruwita. It is always incredibly moving to witness the powerful impact this unique experience has on individuals and communities from all walks of life.
A special shout out to Dave Mangenner Gough and his work - takila milaythina-ti in which we were so privileged to be programmed alongside.
Ka nui te mihi me te arohanui ki ngā mana whenua me ngā mana tangata o Lutruwita, otirā ki a koe Marnie Karmelita me te whānau whānui o Ten Days on the Island. Nā koutou te manaakitanga!
TOMO VR
Choreographer and Co-editor: Gabrielle Thomas
VR Filmmaker and Co-editor: Ed Davis
Sound Design: Peter Hobbs
Performers: Sean MacDonald, Bianca Hyslop, Abbie Rogers, Toalei Roycroft, Madi Tumataroa
Production Designer: Vanda Karolczak
Executive Producer: Marama Lloydd
12 sessions
80 viewers
Two workshops
Countless opportunity for cultural exchange
“When I saw the spoon I opened my mouth. What did you taste? Art.”
A truly special opportunity for shared cultural exchange and connection. Atamira was honoured to be programmed at Ten Days on the Island, sharing TOMO VR (Virtual Reality) in Lutruwita. It is always incredibly moving to witness the powerful impact this unique experience has on individuals and communities from all walks of life.
A special shout out to Dave Mangenner Gough and his work - takila milaythina-ti in which we were so privileged to be programmed alongside.
Ka nui te mihi me te arohanui ki ngā mana whenua me ngā mana tangata o Lutruwita, otirā ki a koe Marnie Karmelita me te whānau whānui o Ten Days on the Island. Nā koutou te manaakitanga!
TOMO VR
Choreographer and Co-editor: Gabrielle Thomas
VR Filmmaker and Co-editor: Ed Davis
Sound Design: Peter Hobbs
Performers: Sean MacDonald, Bianca Hyslop, Abbie Rogers, Toalei Roycroft, Madi Tumataroa
Production Designer: Vanda Karolczak
Executive Producer: Marama Lloydd
New double bill choreographed by Bianca Hyslop and Eddie Elliott
Atamira Dance Company encompasses and uplifts the voices of acclaimed choreographers and long-time collaborators, Bianca Hyslop and Eddie Elliott in this unique and powerful double bill KA MUA KA MURI.
Derived from and inspired by, the whakatauki Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua, KA MUA KA MURI relates to Māori perspectives of time where the past, present and the future are intertwined, offering a contemporary dance experience that explores both the significance of whakapapa while defining new aspirations for the future.
Derived from and inspired by, the whakatauki Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua, KA MUA KA MURI relates to Māori perspectives of time where the past, present and the future are intertwined, offering a contemporary dance experience that explores both the significance of whakapapa while defining new aspirations for the future.
Whakamaheahea by Bianca Hyslop (Te Arawa) showcases urban Māori experiences by transcending loss-based narratives, embracing multifaceted identities that encompass divine, ancestral, and human elements, and weaving stories of empowerment, transformation, and resilience to inspire a brighter collective future.
Remain by Eddie Elliott (Ngāti Maniapoto) explores the continuity and vitality of whakapapa, tikanga, and a deep connection to Tūpuna, emphasizing the importance of preserving these cultural foundations to honor the past, understand the present, and shape a promising future for rangatahi
Images captured by Sacha Stejko and Andi Crown Photography
Kia hiwa rā! Kia hiwa rā!
The sun is shining bright as we welcome Ashley David into her new role as Kaiwhakahaere | General Manager of Atamira Dance Company.
In Ashley’s words: "I'm extremely honoured to be welcomed into the Atamira whānau and be given this opportunity to support the company. With people, values, and a kaupapa that I feel truly aligned with, I feel so lucky and can't wait to get to work!"
We’re beyond excited to have Ashley’s vibrant energy guide Atamira into this bright new chapter!
Nau mai, haere mai Ashley!
In Ashley’s words: "I'm extremely honoured to be welcomed into the Atamira whānau and be given this opportunity to support the company. With people, values, and a kaupapa that I feel truly aligned with, I feel so lucky and can't wait to get to work!"
We’re beyond excited to have Ashley’s vibrant energy guide Atamira into this bright new chapter!
Nau mai, haere mai Ashley!
Ka Tiri o te Moana
Atamira Dance Company is honoured to have received the 2024 Track Zero – Arts Inspiring Climate Action grant. This prestigious $30k award was selected from a competitive pool of performing arts organisations and artists invited to apply in late 2024.
As a result Atamira were proud to commission Louise Pōtiki Bryant, a founding member of Atamira, to create Ka Tiri o te Moana. Louise’s work is deeply connected to te Taiao (the natural world) and the Moana (ocean), and her passionate advocacy for transforming Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) into contemporary art forms was integral to this project.
As a result Atamira were proud to commission Louise Pōtiki Bryant, a founding member of Atamira, to create Ka Tiri o te Moana. Louise’s work is deeply connected to te Taiao (the natural world) and the Moana (ocean), and her passionate advocacy for transforming Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) into contemporary art forms was integral to this project.
Track Zero has long been instrumental in fostering collaboration between artists, scientists, and organisations, providing platforms that have inspired meaningful climate action for years. Their dedication to sparking vital conversations about climate change has been invaluable, and we are deeply grateful to contribute to their legacy.
Tēnei te mihi nunui ki a koutou te whānau o Track Zero for your crucial support. We look forward to continuing to use our art as a catalyst for positive change and climate action.
Tēnei te mihi nunui ki a koutou te whānau o Track Zero for your crucial support. We look forward to continuing to use our art as a catalyst for positive change and climate action.
Auckland Premiere
Summer on Queens Wharf
Friday 7 March | 8:30pm
Queens Wharf
FREE EVENT
Photography: Jinki Cambronero
Summer on Queens Wharf
Friday 7 March | 8:30pm
Queens Wharf
FREE EVENT
Photography: Jinki Cambronero
New Kaupapa
Development Wānanga with Brydie Colquhoun
Development Wānanga with Brydie Colquhoun
For a week in January, Brydie Colquhoun (Ngāpuhi) led a week-long wānanga with six Atamira dance artists, providing her with a dedicated space to deepen and refine her evolving movement and partnering practice.
The time was filled with explorations of physical connection, intimacy, hongi (the sharing of breath), and the embodied integration of Te Ao Māori perspectives and pūrākau.
The time was filled with explorations of physical connection, intimacy, hongi (the sharing of breath), and the embodied integration of Te Ao Māori perspectives and pūrākau.
Kaihautū takes off her ‘office’ pōtae and puts on her choreographic one
Straight off the back of Brydie Colquhoun’s new work in development, Atamira will be supporting Kaihautū Bianca Hyslop as she momentarily takes off her ‘office’ pōtae and puts on her choreographic one to dive in to research and concept development for a new work honouring the independent ‘Creative Fellowship' Bianca received from Creative New Zealand in 2024.
Bianca will be working alongside Designer and partner Rowan Pierce, Mātanga Mātauranga Māori Tūī Matira Ranapiri-Ransfield (Ngāti Ohomairangi), Olivia McGregor (Ngāti Raukawa, Muaūpoko) and Sean MacDonald (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Raukawa, Tūwharetoa).
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Open morning class throughout the development so nau haere mai e te whānau! Join us in Tahu at @tepoutheatre to move together.
28 Hanuere - 7 Pēpuere 2024 (no class Waitangi Day)
9am-10:15am
Tahu, Te Pou Theatre
Free
Bianca will be working alongside Designer and partner Rowan Pierce, Mātanga Mātauranga Māori Tūī Matira Ranapiri-Ransfield (Ngāti Ohomairangi), Olivia McGregor (Ngāti Raukawa, Muaūpoko) and Sean MacDonald (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Raukawa, Tūwharetoa).
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Open morning class throughout the development so nau haere mai e te whānau! Join us in Tahu at @tepoutheatre to move together.
28 Hanuere - 7 Pēpuere 2024 (no class Waitangi Day)
9am-10:15am
Tahu, Te Pou Theatre
Free
