Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme
We firmly believe in the benefits of engaging in the arts - particularly for our young people.
Within our diverse programme each year, we specifically create several offerings to spark joy and creativity in curious minds.
From school matinees and suitable evening performances, to opportunities to participate and get directly involved: music, dance, theatre, and hands-on creative expression, it’s all theirs for the taking.
Our 2025 Tamariki & Rangatahi programme, including our programme in schools is ready to book!
Download our 2025 Tamariki & Rangatahi programmeFrom school matinees and suitable evening performances, to opportunities to participate and get directly involved: music, dance, theatre, and hands-on creative expression, it’s all theirs for the taking.
Our 2025 Tamariki & Rangatahi programme, including our programme in schools is ready to book!
Register your Kōhanga Reo, Pre School, Primary School or Secondary School for any of our events below.
Register to Participate or AttendWe welcome any and all who would like to become part of our Festival Whānau, and donate to our Schools programme.
Donate to Schools ProgrammeWorkshops, Experiences and Events
For schools to book:
- Authors in Schools
- He Kupu, He Mana: The Power in Words: Matariki Bennett and Airana Ngarewa are two exciting new voices in Aotearoa who shape worlds with words, both on the page and in performances. In this ‘noho marae’ style sessions for students in years 10-13.
- Emilie Walks Te Araroa: Hear from Emilie Bruce who walked Te Araroa at age 7! For children aged 7-13 years.
- Performing Arts and workshops for Tamariki and Rangatahi - including Yes Yes Yes and the NZ Dance Company
- Free community performance - NZ String Quartet at Motueka Library
- Mask making workshops - with a master mask maker that your kura can do for free | Primary & Intermediate
- Mask Parade - how to sign your school up and what’s happening for the street party of the year | All ages
For students to experience:
- Tune Up - A line up of incredible rangatahi musicians, food trucks and dancing at Kirby Lane | All ages
- Mask Parade and Carnivale - Celebrate our community’s rich diversity through bold masks, joyful movement and shared creativity
- Who What Where Now - An app-based adventure takeover of the Theatre Royal, for kids aged 4-10yrs
- All The Things I Wish I Could Be - Family-fun with a comedic trip to the moon at the Suter Theatre. Best for kids aged 7 and younger
Check out the full programme, including how to book HERE.
Reduced price tickets available to schools
Reduced price tickets are available to schools thanks to generous support from partners and private donations.
Thank you to those whose generosity enables us to offer these opportunities to our young ones.
For more information and to make a booking, please contact us on education@nelsonartsfestival.nz