Marrugeku is incredibly proud to share that we have been shortlisted for the 2026 Asia Pacific Arts Awards, Impact category.
The Awards recognise sustained artistic practice and cultural exchange across the region, including collaborations with First Nations, Māori, Pasifika and Asian communities.
Marrugeku is being recognised for its groundbreaking practice which has redefined contemporary performance through Indigenous-led storytelling and collaboration across the Asia Pacific for the last fifteen years. Through long-term partnerships with Centre Cultural Tjibaou, Nouméa and Atimira Dance, Auckland, and touring works such as Le Dernier Appel, Marrugeku has built powerful artistic and cultural exchanges with New Caledonia, Aotearoa, Fiji, and Vanuatu, fostering deep trans-Indigenous dialogue, capacity building, and creative resilience.
We are honoured to stand alongside such inspiring artists and organisations from across the region. Congratulations to all the other nominees — your work continues to shape, challenge and uplift our communities.
Marrugeku is grateful for the recognition and for everyone who walks this journey with us.
Read more about the 2026 Asia Pacific Arts Awards here.
Photograph by Carlita Sari
