This book celebrates 30 years of Pasifika theatre in Aotearoa/New
Zealand. Pacific Underground, Pacific Theatre, The Laughing Samoans,
The Conch, The Naked Samoans, Kila Kokonut Krew - the distinctive style
and themes of Pasifika theatre have been developed by many individuals
and theatre companies in New Zealand. Authors Lisa Warrington and David
O'Donnell have interviewed over 30 theatre practitioners to tell the
story of Pasifika theatre in Aotearoa from 1984 to 2015. This lively
book showcases playwrights, directors and performers whose heritage lies
in Samoa, Niue, Fiji, Tonga, Tokelau and the Cook Islands.