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Kiri Te Kanawa, Malvina Major, Donald McIntyre

For decades Aotearoa New Zealand has been producing world-class opera singers who have opened the door for future generations to perform.

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Dame Miranda Harcourt, Thomasin McKenzie

Miranda Harcourt was born into a well-known New Zealand acting family in 1962. The daughter of Dame Kate Harcourt and her husband Peter, she grew up surrounded by actors, musicians, and writers at her parents’ parties, at recording sessions at Radio New Zealand, and at rehearsals at Downstage Theatre in Wellington.

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Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran Walsh

Peter Jackson’s passion for filmmaking began as a child. At the age of five, his parents purchased their first TV, and he was introduced to the world of fantasy and stop-motion animation through Thunderbirds and King Kong. His interest deepened when his parents acquired a Super 8 movie camera, which Peter used to create short movies with his friends from his home in Wellington.

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Richard O’Brien

Richard O’Brien is a multi-talented writer, actor and musician, best known as the creator of the cult classic stage musical The Rocky Horror Show and its iconic film adaptation, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He has left an everlasting mark on the entertainment industry, inspiring generations of fans with his creativity, wit and vision.

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Rose Matafeo

Rose Matafeo is making big waves in the comedy world. She has already amassed an impressive resumé of stand-up comedy performances, TV shows and films.

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Arthur Lydiard

In the world of running, there are few names as revered as Arthur Lydiard. Widely considered one of the greatest coaches in history, Arthur’s unconventional training methods and unique approach to coaching forever changed the sport of distance running.