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Dargaville wearable arts show to have that wow factorThe 2018 Dargaville Wearable Arts extravaganza is set to bring art to life with 43 entries and three extraordinary shows. The event aims to showcase creative talent with a breathtaking display of innovative, original costumes and movement led by notable Northland choreographer and director Jayden Rudolph. Mr Rudolph was co-director and chief choreographer of Art ‘n’ Tartan 2018 wearable art event and also assistant director, creative manager and choreographer in 2017. The former Bream Bay College head boy says he’s looking forward to being involved in a project on the west coast. “I am very inspired by the World of Wearable Art in Wellington. I’ve always had a fascination with wearable arts, its uniqueness and what it brings to New Zealand. I was lucky enough to attend WoW in Wellington last year and was blown away with the way they amalgamated the costumes with a theatrical performance. “I will try to bring a sliver of WoW to Dargaville. I also have a performance troupe called Olympus, so there will be performances that really highlight the costumes, and I am excited to bring them to Dargaville to share that experience.” Dargaville Arts Association chairman, Allan Mortensen, says they feel well on track thanks to Jayden’s input. “Last year’s show was our inaugural event and was extremely well received, but we now have the task of making each year better than the year before.” Dargaville Arts Association deputy chair, John Pickworth, says the event is an opportunity for locals to showcase their talent. “The Dargaville Wearable Arts show provides an opportunity for people with the spark of an idea to transform that into a wearable costume, and showcase it in this event.” The event will be divided into four categories: Moananui - Great Oceans; Living off the land – Farming (all types); Avant-garde; and Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Dargaville Wearable Arts, September 14 & 15, Dargaville Town Hall. Tickets available at Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre (cash only), Muddy Waters Art Gallery and the Kaipara Lifestyler office (cash or eftpos). For show info or online tickets see wearablearts.nz. Designers Megan Pitchforth and Margaret Rasmussen with their creation, Queen of Rolls, modelled by Enya Hill, last year’s Dargaville Wearable Arts supreme award winner. |
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