“...every member of this Y|NOT ensemble performs with flair, versatility and a truthful comic sensibility that brings the story home to its heart – and ours” - Theatreview 2018

As a young man settling in New Zealand, Peni decides that he and his family must identify with the English language that surrounds them. Lumana’i (Peni’s daughter) now struggles to identify with the language of Peni’s homeland of Samoa.

New Zealand Samoan vs Samoan New Zealand . . . are they not the same?

Sāmoans have been migrating to New Zealand for many years and the battle with self-identity for many NZ born generations still continues...What makes a Samoan if not their language? Skillfully weaving together music, movement and innovative theatre La’u Gagana (my language) tells the story of young Samoans and their struggle to prove their cultural identity in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

This all star cast features Talia-Rae Mavaega, Mana Tatafu, Albany Peseta, Taniela Lea'aetoa and Jake Arona.

Running time: 50 minutes