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FREE EVENT: Nic Manders performs at Tahaki Reserve, Maungawhau / Mt Eden - with his piano-based set illuminating this magical setting.ILLUMINATE sees some of Auckland’s finest piano-based musicians perform at their favourite outdoor locations, with a series of innovative twilight concerts free to the public.
ILLUMINATE harnesses digital technology enabling the notes of the piano to trigger a captivating light show unique to each song.
Each evening begins with a performance by Tereora – bringing waiata (songs) and kōrero about Te Whānau Marama (Family of Light), and the magic of Matariki/ The Māori New Year.
Tereora’s work focuses on themes of Maumahara (rememberance) and celebration in Aotearoa, that the rising of the Matariki leads us into. “Mānawatia a Matariki – we welcome Matariki!”
See popuppiano.nz for information about the whole series
This special family-orientated event promises to be a spectacular visual and musical feast to remember.
ILLUMINATE is supported by the Local Activation Fund Programme, administered by Tataki Auckland Unlimited on behalf of the New Zealand Government.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tahaki Reserve, 250 Mount Eden Road, Mt Eden North,Auckland, New Zealand