World-Building at the Bottom of the World

More than just elves, robots, and rockets, speculative fiction uses fantastic and future worlds to critically examine our own. Join AJ Fitzwater and Karen Healey as they discuss modern works by Aotearoa authors, how Aotearoa is often viewed as a fantastic land by outsiders, and the unique perspectives our location, histories, and cultures bring to the myriad worlds of science fiction and fantasy.

Curated and hosted by AJ Fitzwater, one of the 2021 Arts Four Creative in Residence at The Arts Centre, in association with Creative New Zealand, and The Stout Trust, proudly managed by Perpetual Guardian.

VENUE: The Gym, at The Arts Centre

Please note: All events are general admission seating. The safety of our audience is paramount: please arrive early, scan in and wear a mask. Audience numbers are capped under COVID Alert Level 2 and social distancing measures will be in place within each venue.