In an exceptionally well-received performance, audiences saw this very special Te Reo Māori version of Shakespeare’s tragedy before it travels to play at London’s Globe.

More than sporting greatness will descend upon London in 2012. As part of the city’s Cultural Olympiad, the Bard’s Thames-side theatre presents Globe to Globe – an unprecedented programme of 37 multi-lingual Shakespeare productions from around the world. Representing New Zealand will be Ngākau Toa's adaptation of Troilus and Cressida with a new translation by Te Haumiata Mason.

Set during the Trojan wars, Troilus and Cressida follows the love between a Trojan prince and maiden and features struggles of power, hierarchy and honour between some of history’s greatest characters. A host of our most respected Māori actors make up the cast, which is led by Rawiri Paratene (Whale Rider) as Pandarus. Directed by Rachel House and Wetini Mitai-Ngatai.