Education Resources

O Le Toa

Long ago, three guardians – Nafa the Shark, Nua the Turtle, and Fe'e the Octopus – protected the ocean and all of its inhabitants. Until one night, a mysterious creature steals Nua's enchanted shell and Nafa's magic spear. To make matters worse, their companion Fe'e is nowhere to be found...

Māui Me Te Rā

This unique production of Māui Me Te Rā introduces audiences to the iconic character of Māui and shares with them a version of the traditional Māori myth of how he slowed the sun.

O Le Malaga Fa'a'Atua

Inspired by classic myths and legends from Tonga, Samoa and Aotearoa, O Le Malaga Fa’a’Atua (The Journey of the Gods) follows demi-God Maui’s quest to prove himself worthy of becoming a fully-fledged God. Full of original music for children to learn and love, this multi-lingual production celebrates striving to be the best person you can be – God or not.

He Kura Kōrero

The love of language. The power of words to change our lives and connect us to stories. The courage to face our fears and learn from the challenge is at the heart of He Kura Kōrero.

He Kura Kōrero inspires young people to be bold and brave when using Te Reo Māori in their everyday life, whether they know a little or a lot.

Matatihi: Maia's Journey of Bravery

Matatihi- Maia’s journey of bravery exposes children to stories and characters routed in the Canterbury rohe, taking the audience on a journey to discover Te waka o Aoraki; local mountains, lakes and legendary creatures.

Matariki: the little eyes in the sky - Education Pack

Kahurangi embarks on a unique journey of discovery to visit the seven stars of Matariki, a star constellation representing a whānau (family) of six sisters and their mother, Matariki.

Maui and the Sun

This unique production of Maui and the Sun introduces audiences to the iconic character of Maui and shares with them the traditional Māori myth of Maui and the Sun.