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The Spinoff: Rawiri Paratene is a proud paka
21 Apr, 2021 05:00 AM
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Kiwi actor Rawiri Paratene known for Whale Rider and Playschool. Photo / Supplied
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Actor, protester and overall blimmin legend, Rawiri Paratene is about to retire from the stage. Sam Brooks spoke to him as he prepares to say goodbye.
Before our interview, Rawiri Paratene ONZM (Ngā Puhi, Te Rarawa) said, through a publicist, that he would be a better interviewee if I brought some kai. Pie or slices are his favourites. He didn t end up eating any of it. It wasn t for him, it was for the others working at Henderson s Te Pou Theatre, scurrying from meeting to meeting to get the venue ready for his final show.