Tōrua | Nelson Arts Festival

Celebrated choreographer and director Malia Johnston brings together seven incredible independent dance artists from across Aotearoa and Australia for the immersive experience Tōrua. Walking shoes required!

From recent seasons at CubaDupa and HOTA Queensland (AU), follow inspirational dance luminaries; Kia Jewell, Brydie Coquhoun, Jemima Smith, Sefa Tunupopo, Andre Quinlan-Busby, Jag Popham and Deija Vukona through the alleyways and streets of Whakatū where they will present their movement responses to the city's terrain.

Music composition by Eden Mulholland and Anna Edgington.

Arrive 15 minutes before the show starts to pick up a headset.

Headsets are limited so arrive early to secure one and receive information on how to operate them.

Bring your walking shoes!