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WORLD PREMIERETropical Love Birds is a high energy drama-comedy played out in the trenches of a lovers’ relationship that is tested at the core.
Sani is an electrifying beast of a league star. His island queen, Sheena, is a singer in the local band. They are a match that’s heavenmade. Fast forward 15 years, and Sani is now a roadworks supervisor, while his best mate Steve and nephew Junior work under him. Sheena’s singing career is taking off and a major record deal is about to be signed.
As fate would have it, Sani’s past catches up with him on Valentine’s Day, initiating a love now on trial between Sani and Sheena. Meanwhile, left-field Inspector Marina suspects Sani and his boys are up to no good and is determined to put them behind bars.
The world premiere of Niuean/Samoan writer-performer Vela Manusaute’s latest play, Tropical Love Birds ventures into the often-muted world of domestic violence, using the gravitas of humour, sound and theatre-loving-goodness to uplift courage, presence and alofa.
Directed by Anapela Polata'ivao.
Wed 10, Thu 11 & Fri 12 March, 7.30pm
Sat 13 March, 2.00pm & 7.30pm
Tue 16, Wed 17, Thu 18, Fri 19 & Sat 20 March, 7.30pm
Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku
1hr 20mins no interval
Recommended for ages 13+
Contains domestic violence, strong language and sexual references
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Mangere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o UenukuMangere Town Centre, Auckland, New Zealand 2022, New Zealand
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