
Words and Sound
Celebrate the last day of the festival at a party where spoken word and improvised sound come together.
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Dave Dobbyn
In this special conversation Dave will be sharing tales of his career, as well as the stories behind some of his favourite work, and the inspiration of Aotearoa – the people and the place.
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I Wish I Wrote That
Four writers share a favourite song or book that they adore. Be introduced to new musical and literary gems or gain new ways of looking at old favourites.
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Jon Toogood
With over 35 years in the music industry, Shihad’s Jon Toogood is a legend of local hard rock.
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Ā Mua
Multi-instrumentalist Riki Pirihi (Ngāti Wai, Patuharakeke, Ngaati Maahanga) and award-winning writer Tina Makereti (Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Rangatahi-Matakore, Pākehā) weave together sound and story, taonga pūoro and strings, in this special performance.
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🇳🇿 WORD Christchurch gets the city buzzing with books, ideas and kōrero. Next festival: 1 - 6 September 2026. Watch out for events through the year!