Who do we think we are?
We are Barbarian. We live and work in Wellington, Te Whanganui-a-Tara, in Aotearoa New Zealand. We love people, music, trees, costumes, dancing and parades. We are makers of theatre.
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JO RANDERSON
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
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THOMAS LAHOOD
COMPANY DIRECTOR
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“Making life full of art full of life.”
Founded by Jo Randerson in 2001, Barbarian has evolved as a powerful creative force, with partner Thomas LaHood, a small team of dedicated staff and a large horde of independent artists, performers, designers, makers, and technicians.
We are driven by our belief in radical fun, courageous expression, fluidity, generosity and participation – that’s what keeps our play real for us and our audience.
Our home
Barbarian works out of the Vogelmorn Bowling Club, now a revitalised community space with a bar, a café, a ginger beer brewery, and a toy library. It’s our turangawaewae - our place to stand. It’s both a physical and a spiritual home for us and all are welcome. Come visit us!
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