Ten Days on the Island and City of Clarence present

Taniwha Time Machine

By Dreamgirls Art Collective

When

FRI 21 to SUN 30 MAR
9AM to 8PM

Where

Bellerive BoardwalkBellerive

Tickets

FREE

Show Accessibility

Visual Content rating 75%

Visual Content Rating

Event has minimal dialogue. There may be background music and/or sounds.

Language No Barrier

Language No Barrier

This event is accessible without a full understanding of English.

Venue Accessibility

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Level Access

The venue can be accessed without encountering any stairs.

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Wheelchair Accessibility

This venue is wheelchair accessible with an accessible toilet.

 

More detailed information on Bellerive Boardwalk can be found here.

A stroll along Bellerive Boardwalk will become a whole new experience during the Festival.

You’ll be stopped in your tracks by the sheer scale and magic of Taniwha Time Machine, a huge, vibrant, interactive installation by Aotearoa New Zealand artists, the Dreamgirls Art Collective. You won’t be able to resist the fun of stepping through the giant mouth of the taniwha, representing the Māori legend of Ngake and Whātaitai, who are said to have shaped the landscape of Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington). The two taniwha are over 30 metres of vibrant fun, conjoined by their tails. You’ll be swallowed into a world of colour and contemplation through one mouth and come laughing for joy out the other.

A sparkling phone booth created by cameo Dreamgirl Coco Solid (Ngāpuhi/Samoa) beckons – lift the receiver, dial into the ‘Hotline to the Divine’ and see what happens…you could find yourself connecting with a whole new dimension. This unforgettable experience is perfect for all ages, offering a chance to engage with art in a fun and dynamic way. Don’t miss out on this free event for all. A creative art adventure awaits! This unforgettable experience is perfect for all ages, offering a chance to engage with art in a fun and dynamic way – don’t miss out on this free event for all. A creative art adventure awaits!

(How to pronounce Taniwha: Ta-nee-fuh)

The Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls Art Collective is the collaboration of Miriama Grace-Smith, Xoë Hall, and Gina Kiel. Their art graces numerous public and private spaces across Aotearoa New Zealand, from huge murals in bustling streets to traditional gallery walls, utilising both digital and hand-painted mediums. Each piece is a testament to their mission: to express, inspire, share stories, and empower communities.

Taniwha Time Machine Community Event

SAT 22 MAR at 9:30AM

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration to welcome the taniwha to Nipaluna/Hobart. Experience the awe-inspiring work of the Dreamgirls Art Collective with music, food, and special guests. A festive gathering of friends, family, and community hosted by City of Clarence and Ten Days on the Island. Mark your calendar!

Partners

Proudly supported by pitt&sherry and Alive Technologies.

Originally commissioned by Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts.

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