From Stromboli to D’Urville Island

Martine Baanvinger returns with her powerful, passionate and dynamic solo show Red Heavens, inspired by the book Angelina by New Zealand author Gerard Hindmarsh.

Red Heavens portrays the true story of Angelina Moleta, an Italian pioneering immigrant whose fate is intertwined with the forces of nature, a bitter family feud and her deep connection with Wetekia Ruruku Elkington, a high-born Māori woman.

Written, directed & performed by Martine Baanvinger
Music & Soundscape by Mark Manson
Inspired by the book Angelina by Gerard Hindmarsh