SIX DEGREES FESTIVAL 2023
24 JANUARY - 11 FEBRUARY 7 MFA STUDENTS 4 SHOWS
Established in 2018, the Six Degrees Festival, 2023, is supported by Victoria University of Wellington and provides pathways for students from the Master of Fine Art's (Creative Practice) in Theatre to become professional theatre makers. In January and February 2023, 7 Masters students will present 4 shows in celebration of their achievements and a years’ worth of learning in the MFA programme.
The MFA in Creative Practice hones leadership, collaborative, creative, and business skills over an intensive 12-month programme. It is an industry-focused, practical degree that focuses on enhancing the skills needed to be a practising artist as well as encouraging new contacts and networks in Wellington’s creative industries
Monkey
Written by Lynda Chanwai-Earle, directed by Sharon Li
Bullying, racism, an ancient Buddha with the power to turn 4 children into characters from the Chinese novel Journey to the West, and an epic fight with the White Bone Demon. The stakes are high. Will they get their precious horse back? Check out this interpretation of Lynda Chanwai- Earle's play Monkey. A musical play by children for children, presented in the year of the Rabbit.
Raru e Maruakaītā
Presented By What It Is
Welcome to 1980s Mauke. After their parents’ death , Maruakaītā grows resentful of his new role as Raru’s guardian. As the two become intertwined in dangerous plans, we learn what secrets lie underneath the surface. Come and see this debut jukebox musical at BATS on 1st February to uncover the legend!
The Veil
Written and Directed By Ezra Seiuli
The Veil explores the world of Pasifika behavior through the lens of Pasifika adolescents navigating their way into adulthood; A specific behavior being the keeping of secrets. Dive further into the heart and mind of Pasifika youth and explore the depths of their truths. Afio mai.
Timelines
Presented by CatHouse Aotearoa
Be the first to use Wellington's very own time machine! …and break it. Travel back in time in an immersive exploration of BATS Theatre. You, Audience Member, will interact with figures from fragments of BATS’ history to get yourselves back to 2023!
