# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at Native Earth for a poetry workshop with New Zealand's award-winning UPU Collective.About this EventThe Sea of Upu (Poetry Workshop)Presented by UPU CollectiveSaturday, February 2811:00 AM-1:30 PMAki Studio, 585 Dundas Street EastIn conversation with Native Earth's upcoming presentation of: UPUBe immersed in the heart of the Pacific Ocean with UPU, an award-winning, dynamic and electrifying theatre experience. With powerful poetry, compelling storytelling and unforgettable performances, it brings the ocean’s rich voices to life - exploring cultural struggle, joy, and identity across the islands. Following its sold-out season at the Sydney Opera House, UPU continues to captivate audiences around the world.Poems as broad and deep as the Pacific Ocean itselfUPU-meaning ‘word’ in many different languages of the Pacific Islands - is a collection of voices from a people who live on a sea of islands connected by the largest body of water on earth, known as Te Moana Nui a Kiwa, the Pacific Ocean.Through the words of 23 poets, ranging from emerging voices to acclaimed literary figures, UPU weaves a rich tapestry of stories, experiences and perspectives from First Nations peoples of the islands.These poems reflect on cultural identity, history and the challenges faced by Pacific communities-from Hawaiians debating Captain Cook’s legacy, to the joys of SPAM in Guam and other Americanised islands, to the Marshall Islands’ struggle against rising seas.Poetry is powerful on the page - but on stage, it’s pure magic. The show’s energy comes alive through a cast of extraordinary Pacific performers, each with a rich background in theatre, film and television, whose passionate delivery of these words will transport you across the ocean.This workshop is BEGINNER-FRIENDLY.Age: 16+Only 20 SPOTS Available!This event is PAY-WHAT-YOU CAN/DONATION:If you donate $25.00 or more, you will be issued a TAX RECEIPT. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/the-sea-of-upu-poetry-workshop-with-upu-collective/100001982661345456 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, entertainment, nonprofit, theatre, performances, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Native Earth Performing Arts & Aki Studio - **lat**: 43.6600787 - **long**: -79.36206609999999 - **full address**: Native Earth Performing Arts & Aki Studio, 585 Dundas Street East, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/05a2ca189a9e3cec48e45e63ada34f7dc0236f28e215cfcf31d10b53d95fe151-rimg-w1200-h600-dc040101-gmir.jpg?v=1770971318 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) being held? - **A:** The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) takes place on Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Native Earth Performing Arts & Aki Studio, 585 Dundas Street East, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective)? - **A:** The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) is organized by Native Earth Performing Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Sea of UPU (Poetry Workshop with UPU Collective) is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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