BEFORE THE RAVE | PRE-RAVE POETRY

After Hours Hui Ā-Oro, in collaboration with Te Wā The Space, is hosting a pre Rave Poetry event “Before The Rave” To highlight the incredible kaupapa of Te Wā and celebrate their on-going dedication to the community, creatives and to help cover the costs of all that they do for so many of us.

Pūtea from this event goes straight back into helping keep the lights on down at Te Wā The Space and koha towards the artists involved with this event.

Line up:

ISLA HUIA

DOMINIC HOEY

ALIA GOVIN-FOWLER

ERIK KENNEDY

SOLOMONA VASA DAVIS

Hosted by Nakoda Tamaira

Starting at 6PM there will be poetry performances by each of these incredible artists. Feel free to bring kai or we will have a shared kai (fush&Chups) before the rave.

At 8PM we will be heading down to The Sydenham Underpass for the “Rent’s Due Fundraiser” brought to you by Te Wā The Space. If you haven’t already, please purchase a ticket and show your support!

With all that being said, bring a friend, some kai to share, some inu, and strap in for an incredible night!

We have set the ticket price to adjust for different members of our community and their capacities. If you can afford to contribute more - you are allowing our space, its values and its people to continue their mahi. Those with a ticket to the rave following this event are encouraged to give a koha towards this poetry event.

MORE ABOUT TE WĀ:

Te Wā is a multidisciplinary art space led by Māori creatives. Te Wā provides a space for Ōtautahi artists to conceptualise, create, and collaborate. We prioritise takata whenua, tagata moana and LGBTQIA+ peoples. With your contribution you can expect to see more; Community events - Experimental performances - Hui - Music production and DJ workshops - Rehearsals - Studio spaces - Residencies - Wānanga and more in 2027!