The Chronicles of Uitara - Christchurch

Tamaki Heritage Experiences presents The Chronicles of Uitara, a powerful story of the Maori culture and of New Zealand, told across many generations of a single family – the warrior line of Uitara. As well as being a series of published books, two of the three stories in the trilogy have now been created as amazing live encounters for you to experience! They are Journey of Ages in Rotorua and Lost in Our Own Land in Christchurch.

In each story, we experience new landscapes, new characters, new villains and heroes. Courage and determination, love, loss and family – these are the backbone to The Chronicles of Uitara. Book now and you are promised an award-winning, moving and very special experience.

The Christchurch Story...

Lost in our own Land, set in Christchurch, is the finale of The Chronicles of Uitara tale.

It is 1818 and the country is in the grip of what will become a brutal 30 year civil war.
Rebel Maori warriors, armed with muskets from the European immigrants, are rampaging throughout the country, invading other tribes to steal land, women and resources. The traditional ways are fast being left behind.

You’ll come face to face with fearsome rebel warriors Te Ao Huri and Uitara, and you’ll witness their invasion of a peaceful village, that of the deeply-traditional people of Matuku Moana .

The village conquered, you’ll move through time to experience the significant impact of the new European population and it’s effect on Uitara.

Two traditional Maori villages, a live battle, working trams, an old steam train and historic buildings are just part of the experience across 25 acres of open-air theatre!

3.5 hours of evening entertainment and 200 years of history also culminates in a colonial-inspired feast.

Worlds Biggest Haka!

Be a part of this historic event, part of the Rugby World Cup build-up. Click here to go to the World’s Biggest Haka website.

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