KAUPAPA | ABOUT

Get ready for a night of big laughs, quick wit and Māori comedy at its finest.

Headlined by the incomparable Kura Forrester, AROHA-HA brings together some of Aotearoa’s funniest Māori performers for one unforgettable night of stand-up, improvisation and pure hilarity.

Joining the lineup are the quick-thinking maestros Timprovise, the effortlessly funny Janaye Henry and quirky crack-up Hoani Hotene  with more brilliant comics still to be announced.

Inspired by Aroha Awarau, a beloved comedian, storyteller (and so much more) whose laugh was often heard before he was seen, AROHA-HA is a Kōanga Festival first, bringing whānau, friends and comedy lovers together for a night of laughter and connection. We reckon he'd be disappointed if everyone behaved themselves. So don't.

Expect stand-up, improv, outrageous stories and plenty of unexpected moments. One night only. Come ready to laugh.

NGĀ TĀNGATA | CREATIVES

Kaiwhakataki | MC — Jthan Morgan
Comedian/Curator — Janaye Henry
Kaiwhakakata | Comedian — Kura Forrester
Kaiwhakakata | Comedian — Kura Turuwhenua
Kaiwhakakata | Comedian — Hoani Hotene
Kaiwhakakata | Comedian — Timprovise