This fierce takatāpui pop girl group is shaking up the stage with an explosive blend of waiata Māori, pop anthems, musical theatre, kapa haka and more. Featuring the powerhouse talents of Dame Jthan (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Rongowhakaata, Magiagi, Sapapāli‘i, Lotofaga), Slay West (Tainui), Pānia (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) and Tina Coco Couture (Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hikairo), The Tīwhas bring rhythm, glamour, and unapologetic pride wherever they go.
Making their Te Waipounamu debut at the 2026 World Buskers Festival, The Tīwhas and their live band Ngāti Tīwha (Kree Matthews, Tom Knowles, Hayden Taylor) promise powerhouse vocals, slick choreography and more costume changes than you can count.
Winners of the 2024 Wellington Theatre Award for Most Original Production, and nominees for Outstanding Costume Design, The Tīwhas have fast become one of Aotearoa’s most exciting and original acts — a glittering celebration of identity, artistry, and joy.