Panel discussion about New Zealand novel Sydney Bridge Upside Down and the process of adaptation from page to stage

WHARANGI TO WHATARANGI - PAGE TO STAGE

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Join Taki Rua and the New Zealand Book Council for a panel discussion about New Zealand novel Sydney Bridge Upside Down and the process of adaptation from page to stage.

David Ballantyne’s book Sydney Bridge Upside Down has often been described as “the great unread New Zealand novel”; this year however it seems this little known kiwi gem is finally getting the popular recognition it deserves!

Leading Māori theatre company Taki Rua Productions (TRP) have adapted Sydney Bridge Upside Down for the stage and along the way joined forces with the New Zealand Book Council (NZBC) to spread the word about a novel they believe all New Zealanders should read. Together both NZBC and TRP have created a national tour of public panel discussions featuring New Zealand writers Kate De Goldi, Ellie Catton, David Hill and Hamish Clayton and theatre director James Ashcroft. Join them as they discuss why we should all read this novel, talk about its author David Ballantyne and explore the page to stage adaptation process.

This is a free event and everyone’s welcome. We’d love to hear your thoughts on this topic and answer any questions you may have about the writer, the book or the production.

Details / Locations / Dates

Please email esther@takirua.co.nz to register for a place.

New Plymouth, TSB Showplace, 9:30PM Friday 7th June

New Plymouth, Puke Ariki Museum, 1:00PM Saturday 8th June

Wellington, Downstage Theatre, 1:00PM Wednesday 26th June

Wellington, Downstage Theatre, 9:30PM Friday 5th July

Auckland, Q Theatre, 1:00PM Friday 9th August

Auckland, Q Theatre, 9:30PM Saturday 10th August