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Opening night wine & nibbles, cash bar Friday 12 September 6.30pm ticket
Join us before the show for drinks (cash bar) and complimentary nibbles
Join us before the show for drinks (cash bar) and complimentary nibbles
Free"Red Heavens" Martine Baanvinger one woman play Friday 12 September 7.30pm ticket
Martine Baanvinger brings her powerful, dynamic and passionate solo show to the festival. Red Heavens: From Stromboli to D'Urville Island toured over 30 shows throughout New Zealand in 2024 with Arts on Tour. The festival provides an exciting opportunity to attend an encore performance of this highly acclaimed show. Red Heavens portrays the true story of Angelina Moleta, an Italian pioneering immigrant on D'Urville Island. This bitter and beautiful tale is inspired by the book Angelina by New Zealand author Gerard Hindmarsh who wrote it about his grandmother.
Martine Baanvinger brings her powerful, dynamic and passionate solo show to the festival. Red Heavens: From Stromboli to D'Urville Island toured over 30 shows throughout New Zealand in 2024 with Arts on Tour. The festival provides an exciting opportunity to attend an encore performance of this highly acclaimed show. Red Heavens portrays the true story of Angelina Moleta, an Italian pioneering immigrant on D'Urville Island. This bitter and beautiful tale is inspired by the book Angelina by New Zealand author Gerard Hindmarsh who wrote it about his grandmother.
$25.00Gerard Hindmarsh Saturday 13 September 10.00-11.00am ticket
Gerard Hindmarsh in conversation with Adrienne Taylor will be talking about his latest book, Hard Case Heroes which is a highly readable and engaging story about a remarkable corner of New Zealand, written by a local with a love of the area and a nose for a good story.
Gerard Hindmarsh in conversation with Adrienne Taylor will be talking about his latest book, Hard Case Heroes which is a highly readable and engaging story about a remarkable corner of New Zealand, written by a local with a love of the area and a nose for a good story.
$20.00Stef Harris & Michael Bennett Saturday 13 September 11.30-12.30pm ticket
Crime writer Chris Stuart explores how fellow Ngaio Marsh Award authors portray New Zealand and how gender, culture and back ground shape their detectives and storytelling.
Crime writer Chris Stuart explores how fellow Ngaio Marsh Award authors portray New Zealand and how gender, culture and back ground shape their detectives and storytelling.
$20.00Tom Rowling Saturday 13 September 2.00-3.00pm ticket
Tom Rowling will be in conversation with Steve Henry about his book Rolling Seas to Rowling Heights which tells the tale of young Tom Rowling's first six years at sea and is written to share experiences of a bygone age. Tom's family are proud guardians of this heritage as they continue the work of their forebears in promoting Kaiteriteri and surrounding districts.
Tom Rowling will be in conversation with Steve Henry about his book Rolling Seas to Rowling Heights which tells the tale of young Tom Rowling's first six years at sea and is written to share experiences of a bygone age. Tom's family are proud guardians of this heritage as they continue the work of their forebears in promoting Kaiteriteri and surrounding districts.
$20.00Erin Palmisano Saturday 13 September 3.30-4.30pm ticket
Erin's passions of food, wine and travel have merged in her two novels, The Secrets of the Little Greek Taverna and her latest novel The Secrets of Maiden's Cove. Arrive in time to grab a tea/coffee and cake and relax and enjoy Kerry Sunderland and Erin chat about Erin's novels and how they came together with a hint of magic.
Erin's passions of food, wine and travel have merged in her two novels, The Secrets of the Little Greek Taverna and her latest novel The Secrets of Maiden's Cove. Arrive in time to grab a tea/coffee and cake and relax and enjoy Kerry Sunderland and Erin chat about Erin's novels and how they came together with a hint of magic.
$20.00Poetry Night "Verses of the Heart", Love, Lies & Lasting Legacy Saturday 13 September 7.00-9.30pmpm ticket
Verses of the heart, love, lies and lasting legacy. Join MC Roger Lusby for a fantasic evening as these artists entertain and inspire you with their poetry and ballads. Carol Don Ercoland, Henry Ludbrook, Mark Raffills, Emma Stevens, Rose Michel von Dreger and Warwick Stubbs. Roger Lusby's also shares a poetic audio visual tribute to Sir Ernest Shackleton.
Verses of the heart, love, lies and lasting legacy. Join MC Roger Lusby for a fantasic evening as these artists entertain and inspire you with their poetry and ballads. Carol Don Ercoland, Henry Ludbrook, Mark Raffills, Emma Stevens, Rose Michel von Dreger and Warwick Stubbs. Roger Lusby's also shares a poetic audio visual tribute to Sir Ernest Shackleton.
$25.00Olive Jones, Anna Riedel & Kerry Sutherland Sunday 14 September 10.00-11.00am ticket
Join Liz Price and these three storytellers as they explore alternative ways oif living in Aotearoa. From communes to Cottagecore, their work reflects a shared longing for simplicity, sustainability and deeper connection to place and community. This conversation celebrates lives lived in harmony with nature and each other.
Join Liz Price and these three storytellers as they explore alternative ways oif living in Aotearoa. From communes to Cottagecore, their work reflects a shared longing for simplicity, sustainability and deeper connection to place and community. This conversation celebrates lives lived in harmony with nature and each other.
$20.00Bruce Cole & Jennifer Hassloch Sunday 14 September 11.30-12.30pm ticket
First time novelist Bruce Cole and his editor Jennifer Hassloch, talk with Elaine Fisher about The Settlement series and its publication journey. Battle For The Bluff, Revolt, and Revenge make up this Dystopian fiction trilogy featuring Brad, a retired SASR soldier seeking peace in Little Wanganui.
First time novelist Bruce Cole and his editor Jennifer Hassloch, talk with Elaine Fisher about The Settlement series and its publication journey. Battle For The Bluff, Revolt, and Revenge make up this Dystopian fiction trilogy featuring Brad, a retired SASR soldier seeking peace in Little Wanganui.
$20.00Jenny Pattrick Sunday 14 September 2.00-3.00pm ticket
We are delighted to welcome Jenny Pattrick back to the Mapua Literary Festival. Renowed for her historical fiction, Jenny is the author of The Denniston Rose and its sequel Heart of Coal - two of New Zealand's best-selling novels. Her latest novel, Sea Change, explores the impact of a natural disaster and its political aftermath on a small New Zealand seaside community. Jenny is in conversation with Liz Price.
We are delighted to welcome Jenny Pattrick back to the Mapua Literary Festival. Renowed for her historical fiction, Jenny is the author of The Denniston Rose and its sequel Heart of Coal - two of New Zealand's best-selling novels. Her latest novel, Sea Change, explores the impact of a natural disaster and its political aftermath on a small New Zealand seaside community. Jenny is in conversation with Liz Price.
$20.00Festival closing, Competition winners announced 14 September 3.00pm ticket
Emma Stevens, Patron of the Mapua Community Library presents gift to authors, conversationalists and prize winners of the writing compeition and then closes the festival.
Emma Stevens, Patron of the Mapua Community Library presents gift to authors, conversationalists and prize winners of the writing compeition and then closes the festival.
FreeWorkshop "Tangled Hearts & HIdden Truths" Sunday 14 September 10.00-12.30pm Adult ticket
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgetable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!!
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgetable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!!
$20.00Workshop "Tangled Hearts & Hidden Truths" Sunday 14 September 10.00-12.30pm Under 18 ticket
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgetable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!!
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgetable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!!
$10.00Poetry Night "Verses of the Heart", Love, Lies & Lasting Legacy wine & nibbles, cash bar Saturday 13 September 6.30pm ticket
Join us for nibbles and drinks (cash bar) prior to enjoying the Poetry session - Verses of the Heart - Love, Lies & Lasting Legacy.
Join us for nibbles and drinks (cash bar) prior to enjoying the Poetry session - Verses of the Heart - Love, Lies & Lasting Legacy.
FreeWorkshop "Character Creation Lab" Saturday 13 September 10.00-12.30pm Adult ticket
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgettable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgettable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!
$20.00Workshop "Character Creation Lab" Saturday 13 September 10.00-12.30pm Under 18 ticket
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgettable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!
Ready to unleash your creativity? In this inspiring workshop, we'll dive into the tangled emotions of love, the drama of deception, and the mark we leave behind. Through fun prompts and guided exercises, you'll craft unforgettable characters and stories that stir the heart and spark the imagination. Perfect for beginners and seasoned writers alike!
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