Talia Pua’s Pork and Poll taxes opened this week at Herald Theatre to a packed house and a sold out season 2 weeks before opening. And the reviews are in!
A moving tribute to those affected by the Poll Tax, and by divisive, racist immigration policies, Pork and Poll Taxes is a resounding success. A must-see performance from some of Aotearoa’s most talented, emerging actors and practitioners.
- Theatre Scenes
I am forever grateful to my ancestors for the sacrifices they made, and their stories couldn’t be told better than through Pork and Poll Taxes.
- Theatrereview
For the full reviews, click here:
Read more about the poll tax and the unknown history behind the play here:
Spinoff article: Reclaiming New Zealand’s forgotten history on stage