KiwiJam Edwin Fox Children's Workshops
Hello, we are Kristina Jensen and Paul Candlish, creators of Kiwi Jam, a performing musical theatre duo who will be running a series of free 'playshops' for the Picton Maritime Festival in January 2020. Our aim is to form a pop-up company (up to 20 children aged 5-12) who will create a performance together that focuses on the passage of early settlers to New Zealand on sailing ships, in particular, the Edwin Fox, which resides here in Picton.
Our co-created musical theatre piece will be based on personal stories from those who travelled to NZ on the Edwin Fox as well as studying sailor's sea shanties. Ukeleles, guitars and percussion instruments will be available at the 'playshops' so that the group can learn to play and compose tunes together.
The 'playshops' will run over three sessions, for 1 ½-2 hours each (starting at 10AM) on the Wednesday 20th, Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd January 2021 before the festival and will be held at the Edwin Fox Museum. We hope to attract young people who are already involved in music and drama at their schools but our 'playshops' are not necessarily limited to this group.
The 20-30 minute drama created by the group will be performed on the main stage at the Picton Maritime Festival on Saturday 23rd January 2021.
To register your child please go to our Contact page and enter your details in the contact us form. Many thanks.
Our co-created musical theatre piece will be based on personal stories from those who travelled to NZ on the Edwin Fox as well as studying sailor's sea shanties. Ukeleles, guitars and percussion instruments will be available at the 'playshops' so that the group can learn to play and compose tunes together.
The 'playshops' will run over three sessions, for 1 ½-2 hours each (starting at 10AM) on the Wednesday 20th, Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd January 2021 before the festival and will be held at the Edwin Fox Museum. We hope to attract young people who are already involved in music and drama at their schools but our 'playshops' are not necessarily limited to this group.
The 20-30 minute drama created by the group will be performed on the main stage at the Picton Maritime Festival on Saturday 23rd January 2021.
To register your child please go to our Contact page and enter your details in the contact us form. Many thanks.
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
Entertainment
On the Interislander Stage 4PM to 9.30PM
An evening of fun filled entertainment starting with the QCC Kapa Haka at 4pm introduced by your MC for the evening, Gareth Barker. Bring the family and have your evening meal while Gareth guides you through an evening of music and dance performed by himself and other local performers of all ages. Including, to name a few, the Belles, Midge, Scottish Country Dancers, The Wellington Sea Shanty Society and our favorites of last year, The Grumpy Monkeys!
On the Interislander Stage 4PM to 9.30PM
An evening of fun filled entertainment starting with the QCC Kapa Haka at 4pm introduced by your MC for the evening, Gareth Barker. Bring the family and have your evening meal while Gareth guides you through an evening of music and dance performed by himself and other local performers of all ages. Including, to name a few, the Belles, Midge, Scottish Country Dancers, The Wellington Sea Shanty Society and our favorites of last year, The Grumpy Monkeys!
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SATURDAY SCHEDULE
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Entertainment
On the Interislander Stage
The Relatives
The Relatives are a popular, contemporary, energetic four-piece functions band based in Wellington.
Their song selection, musicianship, showmanship and attention to detail make them an exceptional live band.
Covering favourite hits from the fifties to today their expansive repertoire will have everybody from four to eighty-four off their chairs and dancing for hours.
Expect to hear popular tunes from The Rolling Stones, Taylor Swift, Mumford and Sons, Journey and artists spanning many generations.
The Relatives are fun, upbeat, family friendly and a key ingredient for a memorable party. https://www.facebook.com/therelativesband/
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Jonny and the Dreamboats
Jonny and the Dreamboats formed in 2007 after getting their Jazz degrees from the New Zealand School of music. Since then they have performed over 500 high energy shows right across New Zealand. Now the band is only available for very special occasions and the Picton Maritime Festival is set to be just that. Come dance and sing the night away as the band performs their unique spin on toe tapping favourites for all generations. |
The Wellington Sea Shanty Society
New Zealand's Most 'Sea Worthy' Shanty Group™ have been belting out traditional sea songs from Aotearoa, France, Spain, the UK and more, since 2012. Sailors and landlubbers from across the country have been battered by the rousing chorus of this two-man tempest of pure shanty. The W.S.S.S believe that 'a shanty shared is a shanty savoured', so they pass out shanty song sheets to one and all so people can sing along,
The W.S.S.S comprise Vorn Dont le Père Etait Marin, from the indie pop band Vorn, and Lake Davineer, from the electro pop band Lake South. Vorn is on squeeze box duties, while Lake strums the git-fiddle. Rousing harmonies and raucous foot-stomping abound! We also perform as a 4 piece with drums and violin.
Live videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLucz5QmfKt0mdVGE-qBDQwpT_AnzqJMNx
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellingtonseashanty
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WellingtonSeaShantySociety
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellingtonseashantysociety/
New Zealand's Most 'Sea Worthy' Shanty Group™ have been belting out traditional sea songs from Aotearoa, France, Spain, the UK and more, since 2012. Sailors and landlubbers from across the country have been battered by the rousing chorus of this two-man tempest of pure shanty. The W.S.S.S believe that 'a shanty shared is a shanty savoured', so they pass out shanty song sheets to one and all so people can sing along,
The W.S.S.S comprise Vorn Dont le Père Etait Marin, from the indie pop band Vorn, and Lake Davineer, from the electro pop band Lake South. Vorn is on squeeze box duties, while Lake strums the git-fiddle. Rousing harmonies and raucous foot-stomping abound! We also perform as a 4 piece with drums and violin.
Live videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLucz5QmfKt0mdVGE-qBDQwpT_AnzqJMNx
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellingtonseashanty
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WellingtonSeaShantySociety
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellingtonseashantysociety/
Gareth Barker
Gareth Barker is an international performer who is based in Wellington. Gareth's style is inspired by many of the great artists like Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.
His original album "Hello World" was recorded in Canada and released and toured his album in 2013. His highlight was performing in Washington DC for the VP's Wife - Mrs Biden at the time.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/garethbarkermusic/
Gareth Barker is an international performer who is based in Wellington. Gareth's style is inspired by many of the great artists like Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.
His original album "Hello World" was recorded in Canada and released and toured his album in 2013. His highlight was performing in Washington DC for the VP's Wife - Mrs Biden at the time.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/garethbarkermusic/
For the Kids
Children's Treasure Island
The Children's Treasure Island Marquee offers all day activities from crafts to games, entertainers and facepainting.
The Children's Treasure Island Marquee offers all day activities from crafts to games, entertainers and facepainting.
Zappo
Zappo The Magician has enjoyed performing as a full time children’s entertainer for the last 25 years. In September 2019 Zappo was
awarded the "Grand Master of Magic" award.
Zappo won the "Top Children's Entertainer" award at The Variety Artists Club of New Zealand in October 2015. He also won the "Best Stage" act in 2012 at the 31st International Magicians convention, and was awarded the "Best Children's Entertainer" in 2010 at the 30th
New Zealand International Magicians Convention.
Zappo performs regularly throughout the Wellington region, including the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa. Each year he tours around the lower North Island taking his magic shows to Manawatu, Wanganui, New Plymouth and Hawke’s Bay. He has also taken his magic shows to Vanuatu where he has performed at kindergartens and schools.
Zappo's educational shows are a hit with early childhood centres.
You can see more on Zappo at:
His website: www.zappoland.co.nz
The Magician Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ZappoTheMagician
Zappo The Magician has enjoyed performing as a full time children’s entertainer for the last 25 years. In September 2019 Zappo was
awarded the "Grand Master of Magic" award.
Zappo won the "Top Children's Entertainer" award at The Variety Artists Club of New Zealand in October 2015. He also won the "Best Stage" act in 2012 at the 31st International Magicians convention, and was awarded the "Best Children's Entertainer" in 2010 at the 30th
New Zealand International Magicians Convention.
Zappo performs regularly throughout the Wellington region, including the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa. Each year he tours around the lower North Island taking his magic shows to Manawatu, Wanganui, New Plymouth and Hawke’s Bay. He has also taken his magic shows to Vanuatu where he has performed at kindergartens and schools.
Zappo's educational shows are a hit with early childhood centres.
You can see more on Zappo at:
His website: www.zappoland.co.nz
The Magician Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ZappoTheMagician
Kath Bee
You're always in for a good time when Kath Bee's around. Kath knows how to draw children in and keep them engaged with actions, echoes, laughter and fun! Kath writes intelligent, thoughtful songs that resonate with children of all ages and she always has a giveaway or two while she's on stage!
From time to time during the day meet her in Treasure Island where she will help you to make something magical!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathbeesongs
Website: https://www.kathbee.nz/
Instagram: @kath_bee_songs4kids
You're always in for a good time when Kath Bee's around. Kath knows how to draw children in and keep them engaged with actions, echoes, laughter and fun! Kath writes intelligent, thoughtful songs that resonate with children of all ages and she always has a giveaway or two while she's on stage!
From time to time during the day meet her in Treasure Island where she will help you to make something magical!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathbeesongs
Website: https://www.kathbee.nz/
Instagram: @kath_bee_songs4kids
KiwiJam
Musical storytelling duo, KiwiJam, will be running a series of three ‘playshops’ for a group of young people in the three days prior to the Picton Maritime festival. The focus of this ‘pop up theatre’ event will be the sailing journeys undertaken by settlers coming to New Zealand on board the sailing ship, Edwin Fox.
The Edwin Fox is a centrepiece of the maritime history of New Zealand, being the 9th oldest surviving wooden sailing ship in the world and the only example of a merchantman. She was fitted out to carry settlers in 1872 and made 4 trips to New Zealand, bringing a total of 751 people. The hull of the Edwin Fox resides on the Picton foreshore in a purpose built shelter and is a poignant reminder of the technology of the past.
Kristina Jensen and Paul Candlish, creators of KiwiJam, will be using real-life accounts from passengers of that time, sea shanties and period costumes to co-create a drama with the children outlining aspects of the voyages made in the 1870s. This will culminate in a performance on the main stage at the festival.
‘An ocean voyage like this was totally outside most of the passengers’ sphere of experience. These were rural country folk, going totally into the unknown. They were at sea for over three months battling storms, diverse temperatures and being wet sometimes for days,’ says Paul Candlish, sailor, musician and musical instrument maker. ‘We think nothing of getting on a plane to fly overseas these days but these people were putting their total faith in a vessel with no motor, no GPS, natural fibre ropes sails and rigging, limited water supplies, no safety gear and the no weather forecasts. We really have no idea what it was like.’
The couple have been playing and teaching music and running their signature ‘playshops’ for 30 years, beginning in the early nineties in Auckland when they created ‘Out Of Time’ with well-known storyteller and author, Tanya Batt. U*ME*US was then formed in 1995 with Levity Beet, storyteller, musician and instrument maker from Golden Bay, touring kindergartens and schools all over New Zealand for five years. KiwiJam is their current project, where they combine improvisational skills, group musical creativity and dramatic elements to invite everyone to have a go.
The workshop is aimed at 5 - 11 year old children and is on a first come first served basis. To register for the workshop please e-mail pictonmf2005@gmail.com with the attendees name and age,
Musical storytelling duo, KiwiJam, will be running a series of three ‘playshops’ for a group of young people in the three days prior to the Picton Maritime festival. The focus of this ‘pop up theatre’ event will be the sailing journeys undertaken by settlers coming to New Zealand on board the sailing ship, Edwin Fox.
The Edwin Fox is a centrepiece of the maritime history of New Zealand, being the 9th oldest surviving wooden sailing ship in the world and the only example of a merchantman. She was fitted out to carry settlers in 1872 and made 4 trips to New Zealand, bringing a total of 751 people. The hull of the Edwin Fox resides on the Picton foreshore in a purpose built shelter and is a poignant reminder of the technology of the past.
Kristina Jensen and Paul Candlish, creators of KiwiJam, will be using real-life accounts from passengers of that time, sea shanties and period costumes to co-create a drama with the children outlining aspects of the voyages made in the 1870s. This will culminate in a performance on the main stage at the festival.
‘An ocean voyage like this was totally outside most of the passengers’ sphere of experience. These were rural country folk, going totally into the unknown. They were at sea for over three months battling storms, diverse temperatures and being wet sometimes for days,’ says Paul Candlish, sailor, musician and musical instrument maker. ‘We think nothing of getting on a plane to fly overseas these days but these people were putting their total faith in a vessel with no motor, no GPS, natural fibre ropes sails and rigging, limited water supplies, no safety gear and the no weather forecasts. We really have no idea what it was like.’
The couple have been playing and teaching music and running their signature ‘playshops’ for 30 years, beginning in the early nineties in Auckland when they created ‘Out Of Time’ with well-known storyteller and author, Tanya Batt. U*ME*US was then formed in 1995 with Levity Beet, storyteller, musician and instrument maker from Golden Bay, touring kindergartens and schools all over New Zealand for five years. KiwiJam is their current project, where they combine improvisational skills, group musical creativity and dramatic elements to invite everyone to have a go.
The workshop is aimed at 5 - 11 year old children and is on a first come first served basis. To register for the workshop please e-mail pictonmf2005@gmail.com with the attendees name and age,
On the Water
From 11AM on Saturday 23rd January 2020
Maritime Festival Raft Races
A favourite of all festival-goers, whether participating or just watching the fun, the raft races are back this year! Grab some colleagues, family or mates and register your team to join in the fun, with some great prizes to be won!
Build-A-Boat Raft Races
Another classic Maritime festival event, register your team to gather on the day, and build your best seaworthy raft! You must construct it on the day with the mystery materials provided, and the raft must be able to float.
Build-A-Dinghy Races
The Picton Clinker & Classic Boat Club have a new activity with Build a Dinghy. All equipment will be supplied and teams of four will have 3 hours to build and sail the dinghy. These dinghies will be then given to adolescents who are interested in sailing.
Other On Water Activities
The Picton Clinker and Classic Boat Club will be providing FREE rides around the harbour. The Dory Boats (small dinghies) will also be teaching children to row at no cost. There will be a surf lifesaving demonstration from Rarangi Surf Lifesaver, Dragonboat sailing and the Coastguard
A favourite of all festival-goers, whether participating or just watching the fun, the raft races are back this year! Grab some colleagues, family or mates and register your team to join in the fun, with some great prizes to be won!
Build-A-Boat Raft Races
Another classic Maritime festival event, register your team to gather on the day, and build your best seaworthy raft! You must construct it on the day with the mystery materials provided, and the raft must be able to float.
Build-A-Dinghy Races
The Picton Clinker & Classic Boat Club have a new activity with Build a Dinghy. All equipment will be supplied and teams of four will have 3 hours to build and sail the dinghy. These dinghies will be then given to adolescents who are interested in sailing.
Other On Water Activities
The Picton Clinker and Classic Boat Club will be providing FREE rides around the harbour. The Dory Boats (small dinghies) will also be teaching children to row at no cost. There will be a surf lifesaving demonstration from Rarangi Surf Lifesaver, Dragonboat sailing and the Coastguard