A bat who is afraid of the dark meets a glow worm who thinks she is a star. Join Pepe and his new friend Titi as they face his fears in the murky shadows of the New Zealand bush and discover the light on the other side.

This free 35–minute show is about courage, the power of friendship and the threat of introduced predators to our native species.

It is a heartwarming, empowering and hilarious puppet show for the whole family.

Created with the support of TAHI Festival and the Philipp Family Foundation.

Location: Pāteke Room, Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, End of Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington.

Dates: 23 February and 8 March

Find out more: https://tickets.fringe.co.nz/event/446:6133.

Rights: Nga Manu Nature Reserve

Short-tailed bat

A New Zealand short-tailed bat pictured while eating dactylanthus.

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