Why Indigenous-Led Acting Spaces Matter for Rangatahi I Podcast With Meilani and Madelaine

In Season Seven, EP 02, we host a kōrero with Meilani and Madelaine about a powerful Pasifika youth initiative supported by Wellington City Council — an Indigenous-led acting programme created for young Māori and Pasifika aspiring actors. Designed to be affordable, fully accessible, and led by Indigenous creative artists, this programme offers rangatahi a safe and supportive space to explore performing arts, build confidence, and step into their creativity. We talk with Meilani and Madelaine about why Indigenous-led spaces matter, the impact of representation in the arts, and how initiatives like this help empower the next generation of storytellers. The programme will culminate in a public showcase at Hannah Playhouse, taking place on 5 and 7 February, from 7:00–8:30pm. If you’re passionate about rangatahi, arts, culture, and creating space for Indigenous voices — this kōrero is for you. 🔔 Subscribe to The Voice of Aroha Channel! 👉 Follow us on social media for more! https://www.facebook.com/voiceofaroha/ https://www.instagram.com/voiceofaroha/ https://www.youtube.com/@voiceofaroha https://www.tiktok.com/@voiceofaroha https://www.linkedin.com/company/voiceofaroha/ #Rangatahi #PasifikaYouth #MaoriYouth #IndigenousVoices #IndigenousArts #YouthInTheArts #ActingProgramme #PerformingArts #creativeyouth #WellingtonNZ #Aotearoa #Podcast