A Waiata in an Hour

Be part of something special as legendary singer-songwriter Troy Kingi lays bare his creative process and invites the audience to be part of conceiving, writing and performing an entirely original waiata in 60 minutes.

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  • Words by Auckland Live
  • Last updated 15 Jan 2025

The audience gives Troy the genre and a key lyric. The timer starts, Troy goes to work. Don’t miss this unique opportunity for a performing taonga to open the curtains to the writing process.

Location Te wāhi
Aotea Centre
Aotea Centre
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Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

The Aotea Centre is a short walk up Queen Street from Britomart station, and the Civic car park is conveniently located beside the venue if you’re driving.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Check out the sculpture of celebrated Kiwi opera singer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa which sits on Level 3 of the Aotea Centre. It was created by local artist Terry Stringer and unveiled by Dame Kiri Te Kanawa herself when the auditorium was named in her honour in 2019.

dates and times
  • Sat 18 May 5:15pm