Ka Mua Ka Muri Tickets

Derived from and inspired by the whakataukī ‘Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua’, Ka Mua Ka Muri relates to te ao Māori perspectives of time where the past, present, and the future are intertwined. This contemporary dance experience explores both the significance of whakapapa while defining new aspirations for the future.

Remain by Eddie Elliott (Ngāti Maniapoto) explores the continuity and vitality of whakapapa, tikanga, and a deep connection to Tūpuna, emphasising the importance of preserving these cultural foundations. Whakamaheahea by Bianca Hyslop (Te Arawa) showcases urban Māori experiences by transcending loss based narratives and embracing multifaceted identities that encompass divine, ancestral, and human elements.

By intertwining these perspectives, this collaboration offers a holistic view of the continuum of cultural identity. Hyslop’s focus on the future provides a lens through which to envision how the values, customs, and knowledge preserved in Elliott’s work will be carried forward and adapted by generations to come. Similarly, Elliott’s exploration of the past grounds Hyslop’s forward-looking perspective, highlighting the deep roots and enduring relevance of te ira tangata.

Bound together by a stellar design team, a cast of dynamic Māori dance artists and high-quality production, this production, full of energy and heart, invites audiences to experience a transformative hour where tradition collides with innovation, and past, present, and future converge on stage.