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Unlocking a world of opportunity with the power of design

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August 9, 2023

Alex Martyn came to Toi Whakaari because it allowed him to combine two things he was interested in, building things with his hands and the performing arts. Showcasing the journeys of Toi Whakaari graduates and students, this week we highlight Set & Props graduate Alex Martyn.

Toi Whakaari short films amongst ‘New Zealand's Best’

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July 23, 2023

Toi Film screen programme recognised with two short film finalists for ‘New Zealand’s Best’ in the NZ International Film Festival 2023

Applications open now for study in 2024

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July 5, 2023

We are now open for applications to study at Toi Whakaari in 2024! Register now to attend Open Day and our Online Q&A Sessions.

Toi Whakaari celebrate Māori and Pasifika playwrights with graduation productions

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May 21, 2023

Celebrating Aotearoa storymakers and showcasing the graduating students of 2023, Toi Whakaari is proud to present its Double Bill Season of and what remains by Mīria George, directed by Carrie Green, and The Birthday Girl by Albert Belz, directed by Regan Taylor.

Toi Whakaari Important Notice 16/05/2023

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May 16, 2023

Important Notice / Pānui for Toi Whakaari whānau and community in light of the fire event in Newtown that occurred overnight.

Drama teacher of the stars, Ken Rea returns to NZ to give masterclass.

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January 18, 2023

Internationally acclaimed kiwi drama teacher Ken Rea will give a one-day masterclass for professional actors at Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School on Saturday 11th February.

Meri Kirihimete! Here is our shutdown period

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December 15, 2022

Toi Whakaari wishes you all a Meri Kirihimete and thank all our supporters this year! We will be closed over the Christmas period, so here are our shutdown dates if you wish to reach us.

Applications are still open for Design, Set & Props, and Arts Management

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November 15, 2022

We are still accepting applications for our Design, Set & Props, and Arts Management courses in 2023.

First year actors go Solo!

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October 27, 2022

The 2022 Solos season features 15 brand new works featuring 15 artistic mavericks standing in their power.

Costume Showcase returns to live and digital audiences!

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September 21, 2022

Visit Toi Whakaari this Open Day Aug 26

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August 23, 2022

Nau mai haere mai - join us on Friday August 26 for out Toi Whakaari Open Day.

Statement on historical harmful behaviour at Te Kura Toi Whakaari o Aotearoa: NZ Drama School

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May 24, 2022

Te Kura Toi Whakaari o Aotearoa: NZ Drama School wishes to update our community with a statement responding to a media report released in December 2021. The report investigated historical claims of sexually harmful behaviour that occurred within the school and student community of Toi Whakaari.

Toi Whakaari COVID-19 Update 2 May 2022

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May 2, 2022

Toi Whakaari business as usual under Orange Light system. Read the full update for changes in restrictions for on-site learning and visitors, and a reminder of our on-site COVID-19 protocols.

Healthy kai for students through Kaibosh partnership

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March 29, 2022

Toi Whakaari has partnered with Kaibosh Food Rescue to offer free, fresh and healthy food to our students.

Tanea Heke recognised for services to arts and Māori in New Years Honours

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January 26, 2022

Toi Whakaari congratulates Tumuaki/Director Tanea Heke on her recent New Years Honours. A celebration of outstanding New Zealanders, Tanea was recognised as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to arts and Māori.

Toi Whakaari COVID-19 Update 25 January 2022

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January 25, 2022

Toi Whakaari business as usual under Red Light system. Read the full update for a reminder of our on-site COVID-19 protocols.

Toi Whakaari Christmas and New Year Holiday Closure Notice 2021

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December 17, 2021

Toi Whakaari will re-open for business on Monday 10th January 2022.

Toi Whakaari Pop-Up Vaccination Centre

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October 30, 2021

Toi Whakaari acknowledges the loss of graduate costumier Sylvia Gilbert-Potts

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October 30, 2021

Toi Whakaari COVID Update 8 September 2021

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September 8, 2021

Toi Whakaari will open under COVID Delta Alert level 2 conditions from 9 September 2021.

Toi Whakaari creates Festival of Work in Development to celebrate the next generation of curious disruptors

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June 10, 2021

Student artists are presenting works in development and in any form they choose, with commitment and courage, at Toi Whakaari’s FWD Fest from 22-24 June 2021.

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School 2022 Student Applications Are Now Open

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May 21, 2021

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā waka, e ngā hau e whā. Nau mai, haere mai, ki tō mātou nei kura. Applications for 2022 students to attend Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School, Aotearoa’s prestigious performing arts tertiary training organisation, are now open.

Forging an Arts Career: Jacob Rajan

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May 4, 2021

Jacob is a playwright, actor and founding partner of Indian Ink. He is currently rehearsing for his latest tour - Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream and took time to answer our grad Q&A.

Helen Todd joins Toi Whakaari Design staff

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April 14, 2021

Introducing our newest member of staff - Helen Todd! Internationally acclaimed New Zealand lighting designer Helen Todd has joined the Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Design staff this year to guide and support the Bachelor of Design students through their various projects this year.

Forging an Arts Career: Victoria Gridley

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March 11, 2021

Some of my highlights have been designing and making costumes for a hit kids musical extravaganza called the Glitter Garden that premiered at Circa Theatre in 2020. I made armour for Mulan at Weta Workshop. I’ve worked on other movies such as the Merger and Mortal Engines...

Cosplay Masterclass with Legendary Weta Sculptor and Costumier Sanit Klamchanuan

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March 8, 2021

Come get your 2021 Armageddon cosplay, costume or comic inspired fantasy fashion ready with our Con Crunch – a two day construction masterclass with legendary Weta Workshop sculptor and costumier Sanit Klamchanuan (Thor: Ragnorok, Mulan, Power Rangers, Ghost in the Shell, Thunderbirds Are Go).

SUNDAY 28 FEBRUARY - Covid 19 Level 2 update

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February 28, 2021

We have been advised by Government that Wellington will be moving to Level 2 for seven days from 6am, Sunday 28 February. Toi Whakaari remains open at Level 2.

SUNDAY 14 FEBRUARY - Covid 19 Level 2 update

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February 14, 2021

We have been advised by Government that Wellington will be moving to Level 2 until Wednesday, 17 February. Toi Whakaari remains open at Level 2.

Brian King Retires

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February 4, 2021

While we will miss his keen eye for design, passion for live theatre and soothing demeanour, Brian King will leave Toi Whakaari staff after 10 years to enjoy his well-earned retirement this February.

Forging an Arts Career: Darien Takle

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February 1, 2021

Darien Takle was in the first intake of drama students at Toi Whakaari in 1970, completed an upgrade degree in 2006 and is now proudly celebrating 50 years in the business as an actress, singer, writer, director, and drama teacher.

Dr. Sean Coyle joins Toi Whakaari Staff 2021

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December 17, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School announces Dr. Sean Coyle as the Head of Department of Design and Performing Arts Management.

Toi Whakaari Director receives top Creative New Zealand Award

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November 30, 2020

The 2020 Te Waka Toi Awards last night announced Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Tumuaki/Director, Tanea Heke (Ngā Puhi) as the recipient of the 2020 Ngā Tohu Hautūtanga Auaha Toi Making a Difference award.

World Premiere Screenings of three 2020 Toi Whakaari-produced films

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November 3, 2020

Toi Film is Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School’s annual world-premiere screening of short films created by graduating students in collaboration with some of Aotearoa’s top industry professionals.

Forging an Arts Career: Daniel Wilson

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November 2, 2020

Toi Whakaari students take many different creative pathways after they graduate and we wanted a space to celebrate these rich, varied and sometimes unexpected arts careers. Our second article is by Daniel Wilson.

Toi Whakaari Students Manifest A Cabinet Of Curiosities

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October 21, 2020

Fourteen of Aotearoa’s newest makers and designers manifest a series of works across their diverse practice for your viewing pleasure.

First-Year Toi Whakaari Acting Students Go Solo

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October 19, 2020

The first year actors at Toi Whakaari create their own original solo works, with total freedom over form, content and style. This explosion of live performance sees 21 exciting new artists take the stage on their own terms bringing their voices to audiences without apology.

He poroporoaki ki a Keri Kaa, a farewell to Keri Kaa

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October 12, 2020

Keri devoted much of her life to the development of Māori / Pakeha relationships. No one did it better.

Forging an Arts Career: Molly-Rose Chetwin-Kelly

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October 7, 2020

Toi Whakaari students take many different creative pathways after they graduate and we wanted a space to celebrate these rich, varied and sometimes unexpected arts careers. Our first article is written by Molly Rose.

Memories of Laughton Pattrick at Toi Whakaari

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October 7, 2020

Laughton Pattrick was a force in Aotearoa’s Cosmos of Creativity, and he leaves an indelible mark on Toi Whakaari.

Destruction triumphs in Toi Whakaari end of year show

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October 6, 2020

Playing the system means playing the game, in this world where the fresh and beautiful are hot commodities.

Toi Whakaari graduate Margaret Sydenham wins 2020 Show Me Shorts Best Actor Award

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October 5, 2020

Toi Grad Ahi Karunaharan is a 2020 Arts Foundation Laureate receiving the Sir Roger Hall Theatre Award

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September 30, 2020

Kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui Ahi!

Toi Whakaari Students Co-Create Musical Harmonic Tree

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September 28, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Set & Props students have helped create a new musical artwork that will be installed and played by live musicians at the Wellington Botanical Gardens, 29 September to 11 October.

Top industry experts join forces with Toi Whakaari for workshop series

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September 22, 2020

Some of Aotearoa’s top industry experts will be bringing their skills to a series of summer workshops at Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School.

Māori & Pasifika Information Evening

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August 31, 2020

Calling all Māori & Pasifika prospective performing arts students – nau mai haere mai ki Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School

Costume Showcase 2020 brings magic to Wellington

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August 19, 2020

Join us for a sensational celebration of costumes,characters and creativity.

A message from Director, Tanea Heke regarding COVID-19

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August 12, 2020

Level 2 means Toi Whakaari remains open and we continue with our increased level of safety and hygiene measures. As per the Government Alert Level 2 we now reintroduce social distancing and limited numbers at gatherings, hand hygiene, staying home when sick and tracking movements.

Toi Whakaari Film WORKSHOP at Venice Film Festival.

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August 3, 2020

Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School congratulates 2019 graduate students on the acceptance of short film, WORKSHOP into competition at the 2020 Venice Film Festival.

Toi Whakaari Double Bill Season Reopens BATS Theatre

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July 28, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School reopens BATS Theatre in August with a sensational Double Bill season that will leave you wondering what went on during lockdown.

Toi Whakaari Graduate, Ana Scotney Wins Scholarship

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June 18, 2020

Five female comedy creators, including our very own Ana Scotney have been announced as this year’s New Zealand Film Commission 2020 Gender Scholarship recipients.

Applications open now for study in 2024

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July 5, 2023

We are now open for applications to study at Toi Whakaari in 2024! Register now to attend Open Day and our Online Q&A Sessions.

Toi Whakaari Important Notice 16/05/2023

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May 16, 2023

Important Notice / Pānui for Toi Whakaari whānau and community in light of the fire event in Newtown that occurred overnight.

Meri Kirihimete! Here is our shutdown period

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December 15, 2022

Toi Whakaari wishes you all a Meri Kirihimete and thank all our supporters this year! We will be closed over the Christmas period, so here are our shutdown dates if you wish to reach us.

Statement on historical harmful behaviour at Te Kura Toi Whakaari o Aotearoa: NZ Drama School

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May 24, 2022

Te Kura Toi Whakaari o Aotearoa: NZ Drama School wishes to update our community with a statement responding to a media report released in December 2021. The report investigated historical claims of sexually harmful behaviour that occurred within the school and student community of Toi Whakaari.

Toi Whakaari COVID-19 Update 2 May 2022

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May 2, 2022

Toi Whakaari business as usual under Orange Light system. Read the full update for changes in restrictions for on-site learning and visitors, and a reminder of our on-site COVID-19 protocols.

Healthy kai for students through Kaibosh partnership

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March 29, 2022

Toi Whakaari has partnered with Kaibosh Food Rescue to offer free, fresh and healthy food to our students.

Tanea Heke recognised for services to arts and Māori in New Years Honours

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January 26, 2022

Toi Whakaari congratulates Tumuaki/Director Tanea Heke on her recent New Years Honours. A celebration of outstanding New Zealanders, Tanea was recognised as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to arts and Māori.

Toi Whakaari COVID-19 Update 25 January 2022

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January 25, 2022

Toi Whakaari business as usual under Red Light system. Read the full update for a reminder of our on-site COVID-19 protocols.

Toi Whakaari Christmas and New Year Holiday Closure Notice 2021

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December 17, 2021

Toi Whakaari will re-open for business on Monday 10th January 2022.

Toi Whakaari Pop-Up Vaccination Centre

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October 30, 2021

Toi Whakaari acknowledges the loss of graduate costumier Sylvia Gilbert-Potts

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October 30, 2021

Toi Whakaari COVID Update 8 September 2021

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September 8, 2021

Toi Whakaari will open under COVID Delta Alert level 2 conditions from 9 September 2021.

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School 2022 Student Applications Are Now Open

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May 21, 2021

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā waka, e ngā hau e whā. Nau mai, haere mai, ki tō mātou nei kura. Applications for 2022 students to attend Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School, Aotearoa’s prestigious performing arts tertiary training organisation, are now open.

Forging an Arts Career: Jacob Rajan

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May 4, 2021

Jacob is a playwright, actor and founding partner of Indian Ink. He is currently rehearsing for his latest tour - Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream and took time to answer our grad Q&A.

Forging an Arts Career: Victoria Gridley

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March 11, 2021

Some of my highlights have been designing and making costumes for a hit kids musical extravaganza called the Glitter Garden that premiered at Circa Theatre in 2020. I made armour for Mulan at Weta Workshop. I’ve worked on other movies such as the Merger and Mortal Engines...

SUNDAY 28 FEBRUARY - Covid 19 Level 2 update

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Tanea Heke

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February 28, 2021

We have been advised by Government that Wellington will be moving to Level 2 for seven days from 6am, Sunday 28 February. Toi Whakaari remains open at Level 2.

SUNDAY 14 FEBRUARY - Covid 19 Level 2 update

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Tanea Heke

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February 14, 2021

We have been advised by Government that Wellington will be moving to Level 2 until Wednesday, 17 February. Toi Whakaari remains open at Level 2.

Brian King Retires

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February 4, 2021

While we will miss his keen eye for design, passion for live theatre and soothing demeanour, Brian King will leave Toi Whakaari staff after 10 years to enjoy his well-earned retirement this February.

Forging an Arts Career: Darien Takle

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February 1, 2021

Darien Takle was in the first intake of drama students at Toi Whakaari in 1970, completed an upgrade degree in 2006 and is now proudly celebrating 50 years in the business as an actress, singer, writer, director, and drama teacher.

Dr. Sean Coyle joins Toi Whakaari Staff 2021

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December 17, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School announces Dr. Sean Coyle as the Head of Department of Design and Performing Arts Management.

Toi Whakaari Director receives top Creative New Zealand Award

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November 30, 2020

The 2020 Te Waka Toi Awards last night announced Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Tumuaki/Director, Tanea Heke (Ngā Puhi) as the recipient of the 2020 Ngā Tohu Hautūtanga Auaha Toi Making a Difference award.

Forging an Arts Career: Daniel Wilson

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November 2, 2020

Toi Whakaari students take many different creative pathways after they graduate and we wanted a space to celebrate these rich, varied and sometimes unexpected arts careers. Our second article is by Daniel Wilson.

He poroporoaki ki a Keri Kaa, a farewell to Keri Kaa

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Sunny Amey

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October 12, 2020

Keri devoted much of her life to the development of Māori / Pakeha relationships. No one did it better.

Forging an Arts Career: Molly-Rose Chetwin-Kelly

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October 7, 2020

Toi Whakaari students take many different creative pathways after they graduate and we wanted a space to celebrate these rich, varied and sometimes unexpected arts careers. Our first article is written by Molly Rose.

Memories of Laughton Pattrick at Toi Whakaari

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Robin Payne

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October 7, 2020

Laughton Pattrick was a force in Aotearoa’s Cosmos of Creativity, and he leaves an indelible mark on Toi Whakaari.

Toi Whakaari graduate Margaret Sydenham wins 2020 Show Me Shorts Best Actor Award

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October 5, 2020

Toi Grad Ahi Karunaharan is a 2020 Arts Foundation Laureate receiving the Sir Roger Hall Theatre Award

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September 30, 2020

Kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui Ahi!

Māori & Pasifika Information Evening

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August 31, 2020

Calling all Māori & Pasifika prospective performing arts students – nau mai haere mai ki Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School

A message from Director, Tanea Heke regarding COVID-19

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Tanea Heke

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August 12, 2020

Level 2 means Toi Whakaari remains open and we continue with our increased level of safety and hygiene measures. As per the Government Alert Level 2 we now reintroduce social distancing and limited numbers at gatherings, hand hygiene, staying home when sick and tracking movements.

Toi Whakaari Film WORKSHOP at Venice Film Festival.

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August 3, 2020

Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School congratulates 2019 graduate students on the acceptance of short film, WORKSHOP into competition at the 2020 Venice Film Festival.

Toi Whakaari Graduate, Ana Scotney Wins Scholarship

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Toi Whakaari

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June 18, 2020

Five female comedy creators, including our very own Ana Scotney have been announced as this year’s New Zealand Film Commission 2020 Gender Scholarship recipients.

Kristin Linklater passes away

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Toi Whakaari

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June 8, 2020

Early on the morning of June 5, 2020 Kristin Linklater, my teacher, friend, mentor and tormentor, died.

Be Street Smart - or You'll go up in Flames

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The Big Idea

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June 2, 2020

Our incredible Director, Tanea Heke was featured in The Big Idea this week. She shares her wisdom of the performing arts industry and how she has managed to forge an amazing, and varied career in what is a tough industry.

We’re back – Toi Whakaari returns to Te Whaea

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May 26, 2020

Staff and students have been working at home since Aotearoa went into lockdown during the COVID 19 pandemic. Now we’re at Level 2, the time has come to return to Te Whaea....

A Message From Tumuaki, Tanea Heke Regarding Covid-19

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Toi Whakaari

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April 8, 2020

You’ll be pleased to know that our tutors have remained in contact with students throughout the break.

Covid-19 Update

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Toi Whakaari

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March 23, 2020

In light of the Government’s announcement today, Toi Whakaari is extending the Easter break to 4 weeks and bringing it forward to start from tomorrow (24 March).

Covid-19 Update

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Craig Atkins, Toi Whakaari

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March 13, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School is closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and how it might impact on our students and staff.

Policies

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December 13, 2019

E ngā korokoro tūī, e ngā kākā tarahae, tēnā koutou katoa.He pānui tēnēi. The following HR policies for Toi Whakaari have been posted on our website...

Iysff 2019- National Finals

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November 20, 2019

Toi Whakaari once again proudly sponsored the “Best Production Design” Category award for International Youth Silent Film Festival New Zealand National Awards that were held on Friday 8th November in Tauranga.

A Personal And Professional Memory Of Raymond Boyce

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Robyn Payne

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August 8, 2019

There are many books, interviews, oral histories and scholarly articles about Raymond Boyce. Mile on mile of details and facts end to end.

Toi Whakaari Director Announced

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Toi Whakaari

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July 7, 2019

The Toi Whakaari Board has just announced that acclaimed actor and arts manager Tanea Heke (Ngā Puhi) will be Director of Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School.‍

Unlocking a world of opportunity with the power of design

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August 9, 2023

Alex Martyn came to Toi Whakaari because it allowed him to combine two things he was interested in, building things with his hands and the performing arts. Showcasing the journeys of Toi Whakaari graduates and students, this week we highlight Set & Props graduate Alex Martyn.

Toi Whakaari short films amongst ‘New Zealand's Best’

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July 23, 2023

Toi Film screen programme recognised with two short film finalists for ‘New Zealand’s Best’ in the NZ International Film Festival 2023

Applications are still open for Design, Set & Props, and Arts Management

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November 15, 2022

We are still accepting applications for our Design, Set & Props, and Arts Management courses in 2023.

Costume Showcase returns to live and digital audiences!

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time

September 21, 2022

Visit Toi Whakaari this Open Day Aug 26

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August 23, 2022

Nau mai haere mai - join us on Friday August 26 for out Toi Whakaari Open Day.

Helen Todd joins Toi Whakaari Design staff

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April 14, 2021

Introducing our newest member of staff - Helen Todd! Internationally acclaimed New Zealand lighting designer Helen Todd has joined the Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Design staff this year to guide and support the Bachelor of Design students through their various projects this year.

Top industry experts join forces with Toi Whakaari for workshop series

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time

September 22, 2020

Some of Aotearoa’s top industry experts will be bringing their skills to a series of summer workshops at Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School.

Show Me Shorts Awards

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Toi Whakaari

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October 8, 2019

Show Me Shorts is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading international short film festival.

Experience student life at Toi Whakaari Open Week 2022

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Toi Whakaari celebrate Māori and Pasifika playwrights with graduation productions

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May 21, 2023

Celebrating Aotearoa storymakers and showcasing the graduating students of 2023, Toi Whakaari is proud to present its Double Bill Season of and what remains by Mīria George, directed by Carrie Green, and The Birthday Girl by Albert Belz, directed by Regan Taylor.

Drama teacher of the stars, Ken Rea returns to NZ to give masterclass.

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Marketing

time

January 18, 2023

Internationally acclaimed kiwi drama teacher Ken Rea will give a one-day masterclass for professional actors at Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School on Saturday 11th February.

First year actors go Solo!

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time

October 27, 2022

The 2022 Solos season features 15 brand new works featuring 15 artistic mavericks standing in their power.

Toi Whakaari creates Festival of Work in Development to celebrate the next generation of curious disruptors

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time

June 10, 2021

Student artists are presenting works in development and in any form they choose, with commitment and courage, at Toi Whakaari’s FWD Fest from 22-24 June 2021.

Cosplay Masterclass with Legendary Weta Sculptor and Costumier Sanit Klamchanuan

Author

Marketing

time

March 8, 2021

Come get your 2021 Armageddon cosplay, costume or comic inspired fantasy fashion ready with our Con Crunch – a two day construction masterclass with legendary Weta Workshop sculptor and costumier Sanit Klamchanuan (Thor: Ragnorok, Mulan, Power Rangers, Ghost in the Shell, Thunderbirds Are Go).

World Premiere Screenings of three 2020 Toi Whakaari-produced films

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time

November 3, 2020

Toi Film is Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School’s annual world-premiere screening of short films created by graduating students in collaboration with some of Aotearoa’s top industry professionals.

Toi Whakaari Students Manifest A Cabinet Of Curiosities

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time

October 21, 2020

Fourteen of Aotearoa’s newest makers and designers manifest a series of works across their diverse practice for your viewing pleasure.

First-Year Toi Whakaari Acting Students Go Solo

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time

October 19, 2020

The first year actors at Toi Whakaari create their own original solo works, with total freedom over form, content and style. This explosion of live performance sees 21 exciting new artists take the stage on their own terms bringing their voices to audiences without apology.

Destruction triumphs in Toi Whakaari end of year show

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Marketing

time

October 6, 2020

Playing the system means playing the game, in this world where the fresh and beautiful are hot commodities.

Toi Whakaari Students Co-Create Musical Harmonic Tree

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Marketing

time

September 28, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School Set & Props students have helped create a new musical artwork that will be installed and played by live musicians at the Wellington Botanical Gardens, 29 September to 11 October.

Costume Showcase 2020 brings magic to Wellington

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Marketing

time

August 19, 2020

Join us for a sensational celebration of costumes,characters and creativity.

Toi Whakaari Double Bill Season Reopens BATS Theatre

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Marketing

time

July 28, 2020

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School reopens BATS Theatre in August with a sensational Double Bill season that will leave you wondering what went on during lockdown.

FWD 2020 - Metamorphosis

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Toi Whakaari

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April 14, 2020

The next generation of curious disruptors; Toi Whakaari’s 2020 cohort will be exploring ‘the new live’ in the time of the 6ft radius.

Resene Paint Sponsorship

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Toi Whakaari

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August 8, 2019

As part of the diverse work created at Toi Whakaari, students in the Set & Props programme are extremely busy creating everything from large scale theatre sets to intricate film props.