Performers for touring shows wanted

Taki Rua Productions is calling for actors to join our 2026 touring shows. We’re casting for two upcoming national tours:

• Te Reo Māori Season – rehearsing July 2026, touring August–September 2026
• Tatarakihi Season – rehearsing September 2026, touring October–November 2026
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We’re looking for highly skilled actors with strong Te Reo Māori who thrive on performing for tamariki audiences. Touring across Aotearoa, you’ll perform up to two shows a day, bringing powerful, entertaining stories to kura and communities around the motu.

A full,clean driver’s licence is highly desirable, as is confidence in collaborative and physical performance environments.

Auditions will be group-based and facilitated by directors Regan Taylor and Anapela Polataivao.

Audition Date: Saturday 21 February 2026
Location: Te Haukāinga, Taki Rua Theatre, Wellington

Taki Rua continues its proud legacy of touring Māori theatre throughout Aotearoa, nurturing talent and inspiring the next generation of storytellers.