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“The human animal's continuing passion and compulsion for violence, regret and recrimination are brought alive on stage”

— The Guardian on I AM 

Created in turbulent and perplexing times, القدس Jerusalem is Lemi Ponifasio’s major new work. Inspired by the epic Concerto Al Quds by the great poet Adonis (Ali Ahmad Said Esber), it will premiere here before touring internationally.

Extremes clash and coexist in Lemi Ponifasio’s extraordinary new dance and theatre work that evokes the ancient city as a metaphor. Expect impeccable artistry from the performers of the MAU company and exquisite, stark design. If defined in traditional terms, this could be opera, theatre and dance. But it’s better framed as ceremony: an intense, unforgettable evening for you to question, reflect and dream.

Curriculum Links: Drama, Dance, History, Culture

Concept / Design / Director: Lemi Ponifasio
Technical and Light Director: Helen Todd
Management: Susana Lei’ataua

There is a pre-show talk with Lemi Ponifasio for this event on Sunday 23 February at 4pm in the Opera House foyer.

Jerusalem is commissioned by New Zealand Festival of the Arts, Toi Whakaari, Oper Köln and Akademie der Künste der Welt Köln.

Credits

Performers:

Rosie Te Rauawhea Belvie
Tame Iti
Kawiti Waetford
Ery Aryani
Terri Crawford
Anitopapa Kopua
Manarangi Mua
Rangipo Wallace Ihakara
Helmi Prasetyo

Head of Stage:

Mike Skinner

Head of Sound:

Chris Ward

Technical Director:

Helen Todd

Producer:

Susana Lei’ataua

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$15.00

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Suitable for Years 12-13. Contains adult themes.

Duration: 1hr 30mins no interval
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