Festival of Colour: Meremere

Rodney Bell and Jol Mulholland
Directed by Malia Johnston (Movement of the Human – MOTH)

Meremere is a powerful, engaging work from an exceptional dancer, Rodney Bell | Ngāti Maniapoto. It’s a survival story that focuses on Rodney’s time living rough on the streets of San Francisco. A courageous response to an incredible series of life events; an inspirational performance with live music from the equally exceptional artist, Jol Mulholland.

A critically acclaimed dancer and performer, Rodney is renowned for his physically integrated performance. In 2007, Rodney joined AXIS Dance Company (USA) as principal dancer for five years. Before his return home, Rodney experienced a period of homelessness on the streets of San Francisco: a life changing experience that inspired the creation of Meremere. The show has garnered a veritable bouquet of awards.

“This autobiographical, multi-disciplinary and life-affirming survival story drew the cheering opening night audience to its feet.” - Dominion Post

“Meremere is a complex work of art where design, AV and lighting play as significant a role as story-telling, music and dance.” NZ Herald, October 2016

Supported by Creative NZ
Presented by PANNZ Tour-Makers in partnership with Movement of the Human