A Legacy of Innovation
in Māori Performing Arts
2025
The fifth year of Autaia promises exciting developments, continuing Hawaiki TŪ’s legacy of advancing Māori performing arts on both national and global stages.
2024
Autaia had a sold-out performance across 10 schools, including kura from Te Tai Tokerau, with guest performances from Ngāti Whatua and Te Wānanga Takiura.
2023
Taurite expanded with a Tai Tokerau tour.
2021
Taurite was refined and presented at the Great Town Hall before making its premiere at Q Theatre. Additionally, Autaia launched its first year.
2020
Taurite was developed with support from Auckland Live and featured in the Auckland Fringe Festival.
2017
Te Manawa premiered at the ASB Waterfront Theatre.
2015
The Hawaiki TŪ Academy was established, marking the completion of three years of growth.
2014
Te Toki was presented at the Tempo Dance Festival.
2013
The development of Te Manawa marked a major step forward in Haka Theatre.
2012
Tangaroa Whakamautai debuted at the Tempo Dance Festival.
2010
Hawaiki TŪ was founded with the first creation of An Old Friend in a New Time.