Tōmairangi Paterson-Waaka is a Māori creative artist of Te Arawa, Te Rarawa and Tainui descent. Originally from Rotorua, she moved to Ōtautahi to study at the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic arts (NASDA) which she has recently graduated from.
Her previous Court Theatre credits include The Lost Sock (puppeteer) and Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. (Assistant Stage Manager).
A few of her previous show credits include Hine Hōia - Hine Hōia (Chamber Music), Velma Kelly - Chicago (NASDA), Peter Quince - A Midsummer Night's Dream, Morgan – Godspell, and Kevin and Tobee L’ rone in Tusk puppets Christmas show The Flight Before Christmas.
Tōmairangi has also performed The Lost Sock with Tusk puppets at the Off Centre Arts Festival in 2023.
Court Shows
- 2024 - Matatihi: Maia's Journey of Bravery - Actor
- 2024 - Fun Home - Cover - Medium Alison/Joan
- 2024 - Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. - Assistant Stage Manager
- 2024 - The Lost Sock - Puppeteer