Unreel tells the story of a community affected by gambling through the larger-than-life launch of the very first A.I. pokie machine. It reveals the legacy of gambling harm and how it impacts the community.

Wā: 6.30pm, Friday 4 October 2024
Wāhi: Queen Elizabeth College, Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North 4410
Utu hoko: $10 single admission, $40 for whānau admission (5 people)

About the event

Doors will open at 6.30pm, so please arrive early to get settled for a prompt start. ​

Following the 80 minute show, you are invited to join the cast and creative team for a brief kōrero (discussion).​

About Unreel

Taking place in the colourful Hīnaki Hotel & Gaming Lounge, Unreel tells a compelling story of a community affected by gambling.

Featuring songs and dances by Cherry and Bells, the larger-than-life launch of the very first A.I. pokie machine, and the grand re-opening of the refurbished Hīnaki Hotel - it's shaping up to be quite the party.

Plenty of people have made it... hosts from the local radio station, representatives from Inferno Entertainment, staff with their own experiences of gambling - and then there’s Laylah, who is just having a little look...

Commissioned by Ora Toa Mauri Ora Kaupapa Māori Addiction Services (Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira), Unreel is the result of a collaborative project facilitated by Te Rākau Hua o Te Wao Tapu.

Disclaimer

Children are welcome, and as the show contains foul language parental guidance is recommended.