Information about events, exhibtions, workshops and more at Toi Pōneke.
Join us to hear a work-in-progress reading from Andi C. Buchanan. Andi will be reading extracts from their draft Young Adult novel, Poison, which explores interdependence, community, and our expectations of self-reliance, and is filled with plants both poisoned and poisonous. Please note: This reading will be NZSL interpreted.
Co-creators of the 'Shadow Signals' exhibition, Daniel Beban and Tim Barlow will activate the installation in a duo performance, followed by an artist talk discussing the exhibition and other works.
oroRUArangi is a brand new, exciting collaboration by Māori musicians Horomona Horo and Rameka Tamaki. Both artists are joining together to create a new composition for this performance.
Join us at Toi Pōneke for our second Wāhine Wānanga for artists. A presentation from wāhine toa Lynell Tuffery Huria about copyright and intellectual property in Te Āo Toi Māori (The World of Māori Arts).
Join us on Wednesday evenings for an intimate gathering with the artists behind Azúcar/Sugar. Meet artists William Franco and Miki Seifert and engage in fascinating discussions about their inspirations, techniques, and personal connections to the sweet subject matter that shapes this unique installation.
Toi Pōneke presents the first in our series of Wāhine Wānanga. Join us for a kai and korero in a wāhine focussed space, with a presentation by wāhine toa Tu Chapman. Tu is an advocate for change, a proven thought leader on issues relating to applied indigenous approaches in Te Āo Māori, Tikanga Māori, Social Justice and Wellbeing & Development.
On Sat Feb 1, we’re running free drawing, collage, writing and badge making stations inspired by the lo-fi, alternative and activist tradition of zinemaking.
On Sat Feb 1 join us for an Art Market, Open Studios, Public Programs and Live Music by local artists at Toi Pōneke Arts Centre
Come and join a talanoa (discussion) with three historians working on the Understanding Dawn Raids project at Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage.
Come into Studio 14 and meet Kieran Monaghan who is currently the 2024 Creative New Zealand/NZSM/Toi Pōneke Sonic Artist-in-Residence.
Tune in at 2pm to see Liana Leiataua painting live at the mural site at Wesleyan Church - Taranaki St, Te Aro Wellington.
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre and Wellington City Council are excited to announce that we will be hosting Encanto Reo Māori at the Embassy Theatre on Sunday the 20th of October. Bookings via email. Details on our website.
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre is excited to announce that we will be screening Frozen Reo Māori twice for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori on Tuesday 17 September in the Upper Chamber West.
Toi Pōneke and the Wairoa Māori Film Festival presents Kia Ora Shorts 2024. Two sessions of Māori-made short films, one with a film talk with Leo Koziol and guest speaker.
Experience an enlightening evening with Liz Mellish MNZM, a distinguished Māori business leader and advisor, at "Korero Mai: An Evening with Liz Mellish" hosted at the prestigious Hannah Playhouse. Delve into the rich tapestry of Te Whanganui-a-Tara's landscape through the lens of indigenous leadership with Liz Mellish, whose expertise spans sustainable economic development, Māori and Indigenous economic empowerment, and strategic negotiation. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a revered figure in both cultural and commercial spheres.
Join Te Whanganui- a-Tara artist, Stuart Forsyth, his three-legged SPCA mixed-breed canine companion, Roo, and Chora – a qualified dog trainer for a training session to teach basic city street walking manners.
Looking for a unique artistic gift for Christmas?
Come along to our pop-up, cash & carry style art market, where you will find a selection of affordable artworks ranging from painting, drawing, uku/ceramic and jewellery.
Celebrate Internation Day of Disabled People at this work-in-progress reading with Robyn Hunt.
Our city as a stage! A 5m tall Andean cat puppet by Perúvian artist Meki will perform in Wellington as part of Here & Out – a mini festival of street art by 9 international and local wāhine artists.
The Imagining Decolonisation Wānanga, planned to run 18-20 February, unfortunately has been postponed.
With NZ being in COVID-19 Protection Framework ‘Red’ traffic light, and the rise in COVID cases, we are taking a cautious approach to ensure the safety of all those who were planning to attend.
Featuring Emma Barnes, Rachel McAlpine and Briana Jamieson alongside the artist Maisie Chilton.
A beautiful blue space where you can bask in this hue while trying yoga asana and meditation in this unique environment.
Come and meet our creative community!
Try out a free workshop and enjoy our friendly hospitality. Our artists studios will be open and you can meet the artists and see their work.
Theatre makers, visual artists, designers, technicians, photographers, musicians, dancers, composers, producers - come along for networking - speed dating style. You never know you might meet your next creative partner!
Celebrate NZ Dance Week at the Toi Pōneke Arts Centre with a programme of free dance tasters! Organised by Dance Aotearoa New Zealand, the Toi Pōneke Dance Tasters is a free platform for the community to give a diverse selection of dance styles a go.
A poetry reading as part of the exhibition Ghosts, floating by Briana Jamieson. George Banach Salas, Maisie Chilton Tressler, Alice Fennessy, Joy Holley, Lizzie Murray, Jane Paul and Briana Jamieson, will read pieces of writing reflecting on thoughts of friendship.
Join Jhana Millers (Millers O’Brien) and Jenny Neligan (Bowen Galleries) in the Hub for an informal discussion on this question. Feel free to bring your own lunch. Tea and Coffee will be provided.
An exciting exhibition of participatory and interactive art with entertainment by the Toi Pōneke Sound System.
Saturday 30 March from 12noon
Sunday 31 March 12noon - 4pm
Join Te Hau Tūtū (Independent Māori Theatre Producers Room) creatives in The Hub to hear excerpts from works in progress including:
Pakaru by Mitch Tawhi Thomas, produced by Hapai Productions, to premiere as part of Kia Mau Festival 2019. Kingdom of Women, by Nancy Brunning, Hapai Productions. Hide the Dog, co-written by Jamie McCaskill and Nathan Maynard (Tasmania), Tikapa Productions.
Splendor presents over 300 events annually, and is considered an alternative central-nervous-system for Dutch music. This presentation will explore Splendor’s innovative approaches to sustainability, financial models, collective thinking, and the challenge of running a musician-run venue without “programmers”.
