Audio Described Show - Music Portrait of a Humble Disabled Samoan
Schedule
Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
Tāwhiri Warehouse, 11 Hutchinson Road, Newtown, Wellington 6021 | Wellington, WG
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With humour, honesty and a quiet, powerful presence, Samoan musician and disability advocate Fonotī Pati Umaga shares his remarkable story in this compelling new work. Raised in a church-going family in Wainuiomata, Fonotī was expected to become a minister like his father — but his passion was music. He forged his own path, breaking into the industry, launching a record label and building a career as bass player for The Holiday Makers.In 2005, a fall left Fonotī tetraplegic, leading to years of challenge and self-made darkness before finding renewed purpose and healing in unexpected places.
Backed by a powerhouse Pacific creative team, Music Portrait of a Humble Disabled Samoan blends live music, storytelling and striking visuals to honour a man who continues to rise.
When: Friday, 13 March: 6:15pm touch tour; 7:00pm audio described performance.
Where: Tāwhiri Warehouse, 11 Hutchinson Road, Newtown, Wellington 6021.
Run time: 1 hour, no interval.
Tickets: All access tickets are $20. Companion tickets are free.
To book: email [email protected], or phone 04 830 7854
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Tāwhiri Warehouse, 11 Hutchinson Road, Newtown, Wellington 6021, Te Whaea, 11 Hutchison Rd, Newtown, Wellington 6021, New Zealand, WellingtonEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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