WIFT NZ Events

Sunday
10
Aug
2025
WIFT Pre-screening In Conversation: Workmates
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WIFT Pre-screening In Conversation: Workmates

Posted Thursday 31 Jul 2025

Join WIFT NZ for an informal pre-screening In Conversation moderated by WIFT Board member, Vanessa Wells with acclaimed screenwriter and actor Sophie Henderson, ahead of the NZIFF Christchurch screening of her new feature film Workmates.

Sophie will be joined by Alison Walls, Artistic Director, The Court Theatre. 

Workmates is a delightful and nuanced romantic dramedy throwing a welcome spotlight on the legendary theatre spaces of Tāmaki Makaurau.  The conversation between Sophie and Alison is bound to be entertaining!! 

A drink and nibbles provided. Cash bar. Booking is essential. Register for Pre-Screening In Conversation Here. Free to members and non-members. 

🎟️ Tickets for Workmates screening

Date: Sunday 10 Aug 2025
Location: Toi Auaha, 5 Worcester Boulevard – opposite the Arts Centre Clock Tower.  (1-minute walk to the Lumiere Cinema)
Time: 5:00pm (Event), followed by 6:45pm screening of Workmates at Lumiere Cinema

Sunday
10
Aug
2025

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Thursday 18 Dec 2025

Combined Guilds Xmas Party (Wellington)
Combined Guilds Xmas Party (Wellington)

Combined Guilds Xmas Parties 2025 – Te Whanganui-a-Tara

It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry, now it’s time to reflect, raise a glass, and celebrate together!

Join the writers, directors, editors, actors, stunties, crew, producers, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing.

The Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance to reconnect with old friends, meet new collaborators, and enjoy a well-earned festive catch-up with good people who get it.

What’s included:

  • Your $10 ticket entry and nibbles
  • A warm, welcoming mix of industry whānau across all screen guilds
  • The perfect chance to unwind, swap stories, and toast to another creative year

Whether you’ve been in development, on set, in post, behind the scenes, or in front of the camera, come celebrate the people who make Aotearoa’s screen industry what it is!

Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington – Thursday 18 December, from 6pm

Venue: Southern Cross Garden Bar & Restaurant, 39 Abel Smith Street, Te Aro

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Programme is brought to you with generous support from the NZ Film Commission and Foundation North.