Explore the Māori art form of raranga (weaving). Whether you’re new to weaving or are looking for an opportunity to further develop your practice, this programme offers a range of project-based tasks to learn about the cultural practices of toi (arts) with master weaver Amber Bridgman. All materials supplied.
Introductory Workshop:
Join Amber for a hands-on three hour session learning the basics of how to weave. This is a beginner’s level workshop, so no previous experience is required. Suitable for ages 14+.
Bookings essential.
Josephine Foyer
** Note: this introductory wānaka has been moved from Saturday 10 July to Tuesday 13 July **
Explore the Māori art form of raranga (weaving). Whether you’re new to weaving or are looking for an opportunity to further develop your practice, this programme offers a range of project-based tasks to learn about the cultural practices of toi (arts) with master weaver Amber Bridgman. All materials supplied.
Intermediate Workshops:
Build on your weaving skills and learn a variety of techniques and designs to increase the scale of your project and advance your skills in mahi raranga. Previous experience is required.
The Dunedin City Council waiata group will share some of the songs they have been learning since 2002 when they were established as a Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) initiative by the Dunedin Public Library.
Toitū OSM Josephine Foyer, 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
Experience the gift of Māori music! From contemporary to traditional, the Goddess of music Hineraukatauri will resonate through the performances that local musicians share in this special New Year concert.
Toitū OSM Josephine Foyer, 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
Alistair Fraser is a leading practitioner who has been working with and playing ngā taonga pūoro for over 18 years. His solo performances have gained wide acclaim and he has just completed his latest album. This concert will focus on some of his more recent work.
Toitū OSM Josephine Foyer, 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
Saturday 29 June, 5pm. $15 each – bookings essential
Join Amber Bridgman (Rabuvai, Waitaha, Kāti Mamoe, Kāi Tahu) for a fun-filled few hours learning to weave. This is a beginner’s level workshop, so no previous experience is required.
Toitū OSM Josephine Foyer, 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
Saturday 22 June and Saturday 6 July, 11am – 2pm. $10 each – bookings essential
From contemporary to traditional, the nostalgia of Hineraukatauri will resonate through the gifts that the Māori musicians will share. Come along and enjoy the experience and gift of Māori music.
Toitū OSM Josephine Foyer, 31 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
Rua McCallum will give a talk that gives an interpretation of a Kāi Tahu creation narrative, looking at how we might have known about these events especially when science is only making these discoveries now.
