Te Atamira offers a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions, workshops, classes, performances, events and talks designed for everyone to be creative, every day.
We have 22 purpose-built spaces, including an art gallery, dance studios, performance spaces, a recording studio, music teaching and rehearsal rooms, a pottery studio, art workshop and a community project space.
Te Atamira, which means platform or stage in te reo Māori, strives to be a place for all to practice, produce, experience, participate in and be inspired by the arts.
BAILEE LOBB'S
In Bathing, Bask
considers how spaces can act as a supportive environment for stimming, sensory processing and soothing the nervous system.
Paint & Plant - A Family Terracotta Pot Workshop
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A fire that blackened the rocks
A fire that blackened the rocks is an exhibition that considers what can be imperceptible or unknowable about our experiences of the world around us. Open daily until 19 September
Le Satauro | The Cross
Southland born Samoan-Scottish painter Lyle Penisula shares his identity through 15 vibrant paintings, drawing on his journey so far as an artist and pastor. Exhibition opening: Thursday 22 August, 5pm
Saturday Arts Social
Saturday Arts Social is a multi-arts programme and morning tea designed for our 65+ community. We gather every Saturday morning for a broad programme of events including concerts, art workshops, dance/movement classes and artist talks. Saturdays, 10:30 - 12:30
Community Sing
Bring your voice and join us for Community Sing, on the first Tuesday of every month. No need to read music or sing in key – just come and experience the joy of singing, and singing with others. Next event: Tuesday 3 September, 7pm - 8pm
Community Draw
Join us with sketchbook and pencil in hand for Community Draw, on the second Tuesday of every month. No experience necessary - come along and embrace the joy of different approaches to drawing. Next event: Tuesday 10 September, 6:30 - 8pm
Community Dance
Calling all dance enthusiasts and rhythmic explorers, on the third Tuesday of every month! Join us for a dance class - open to all levels and ages, no RSVP required, just drop in and let's dance! Next event: Tuesday 17 September, 7pm - 8pm
Mīharo: Legends of our lands - our people, our places, our stories
Mīharo is proud to present an exhibition that celebrates the work of early childhood tamariki through to high school rangatahi based on the theme ‘Legends of our Lands, our people, our places, our stories.’ Exhibition opening: Wednesday 25 September, 5:30pm
Lyrics and Lines
Lyrics and Lines playfully explores creative mark making and asks us to consider different kinds of patterns in our lives and environment. Exhibition opening: Saturday 28 September, 5pm
October Holiday Programme 2024
Led by accredited Art teacher Michelle, our bespoke, multidisciplinary arts programme is designed to spark creativity through a range of workshops. Monday 30 September – Friday 11 October, 9:30am - 3pm (Extended session options available) | Age groups 5-7 and 8-12
Sculpt Your Pet in Clay - A Family Workshop
This October school holidays, get creative with your little one and each sculpt a clay version of your beloved pet to take home. Wednesday 2 October, 4pm - 6pm.
Workshop for Rangatahi - Songwriting with Solomon Crook
11 to 16 year olds, join us for an immersive two-day songwriting workshop led by acclaimed singer/songwriter and music producer Solomon Crook. Wednesday 9 October and Thursday 10 October, 10am - 3pm.
Paint & Plant - A Family Terracotta Pot Workshop
This school holidays, get creative as a family and each paint your own terracotta pot. Thursday 10 October, 4pm - 5:30pm.
Te Atamira
Ground Floor, Dart House
Remarkables Park Town Centre
12 Hawthorn Drive
Frankton, Queenstown
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