Barbarian Productions

Barbarian Productions make theatre, but not as you know it. We’re about making magic happen in unexpected places, filling life with art and art with life. We live and work in Wellington, Te Whanganui-a-Tara, in Aotearoa New Zealand. We love people, music, trees, costumes, dancing and parades
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    The Wind is Up and We're On - Barbarian
    A collection of poems by Jo Randerson “written over a few years in the small windows of time that motherhood afforded… and edited while a new Prime Minister came into office and gave birth to her child." Published 2018 by Barbarian Productions Ltd. Full of fierce creative emotion and featuring a...
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    Soft 'N' Hard Asshole Blanket (mini) - Barbarian
    A mini, facecloth size version of the original Soft N Hard Asshole Blanket. Perfect as a gift for people who frequently need to hide themselves in a thin veil of shame when called out for annoying behaviour. The Asshole Blanket featured in Barbarian’s 2017 show Soft ‘N Hard, where Thomas electiv...
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    The Spit Children - Barbarian
    Spit Children is Jo Randerson’s first short-fiction volume, published by VUP in 2000. There are limited copies remaining. With a cover design by Andrew Foster, this collection of prose poetry, poetry and other unnamed forms was described as ‘haunting, visionary’ by The Listener.
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    Soft 'N' Hard Asshole Blanket Label - Barbarian
    Turn a beloved blanket or jacket into a haven of shame and outrage with this tag and care label set. Can be easily sewn or hand-stitched onto any material. Sadly, this does not come with a needle. The Asshole Blanket featured in our 2017 show Soft ’N Hard, where Thomas self-proclaimed himself an
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    ‘Eye see you’ Badges - Barbarian
    These badges were commissioned specially by local artist Isaac Driver (12) for U R Back. Every one is handmade with Fimo. Unique, characterful and arrestingly colourful - there is limited stock available so don’t miss out
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    ‘All eyes on you’ Badges - Barbarian
    These badges were commissioned specially by local artist Isaac Driver (12) for U R Back. Every one is handmade with Fimo. Unique, characterful and arrestingly colourful - there is limited stock available so don’t miss out
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    ‘All eyes on you’ Badges - Barbarian
    These badges were commissioned specially by local artist Isaac Driver (12) for U R Back. Every one is handmade with Fimo. Unique, characterful and arrestingly colourful - there is limited stock available so don’t miss out
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    ‘Lashtastics’ Badges - Barbarian
    These badges were commissioned specially by local artist Isaac Driver (12) for U R Back. Every one is handmade with Fimo. Unique, characterful and arrestingly colourful - there is limited stock available so don’t miss out
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    Red Light Means Stop - Barbarian
    Kick arse plays from Aotearoa femmes. Featuring ‘Banging Cymbal, Clanging Gong’, Jo’s first published play. This solo has travelled to Australia, Denmark, and around Aotearoa, and fights for the values of compassion, justice and love. Frequently used as an audition piece for young femmes wanti...
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    Through the Door - Barbarian
    Hurry don’t miss out on these last remaining copies of this very special collaboration between visual artist Seraphine Pick and Jo Randerson. Jo and Seraphine met in Ōtepoti when Jo was on the Robert Burns Fellowship. Story outline : a girl falls through a door into an alien, or something. It’s...
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    ‘Tentacools’ Badges - Barbarian
    These badges were a special commission by local artist Isaac Driver (12) for U R Back. Every one is handmade with Fimo. Unique, characterful and arrestingly colourful - there is limited stock available so don’t miss out! Tentacools are designed to be pinned inside a pocket or collar and poke out
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    Two Rocking Jo Randerson Plays - Barbarian
    Like a two-layered coat, this book has two plays in it. The dark and funny ‘Lead Wait’ devised with Trouble theatre company, Jo’s first collaborative theatre group. (Shout out to Andrew Foster, Jo Smith, Jason Whyte, Martin Roberts, Chris Ward.) And ‘The Unforgiven Harvest’, a tragi-comedy...
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    The Keys To Hell - Barbarian
    Jo Randerson’s second short-fiction collection. Featuring a lime-green cover and illustrations throughout by Taika Waititi.
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    Legs - Barbarian
    Get the legs, whip and sword of Rabban then make your own body. As a bonus you also get three unique animals who are missing legs - two vintage metal horses and one ceramic lamb. We can make replacement legs for an extra fee; let us know if you’d like that. These items help you to meditate on part...
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    Unique Moth Art Book and Tray - Barbarian
    A genuine one of a kind, this book celebrates the moth art of the wet tropics of Queensland, Australia. We’ve paired it with a op shop find from Lower Hutt: actual moth art which is also highly functional (it’s a tray you can carry things on.) Get both and get educated while your house gets deco...
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    Disintegrating Belt - Barbarian
    Nobody knows how old this belt is, but it’s vintage. It’s so old that it will literally fall to pieces if you use it. Entertain your friends by an accidental down-trou (make sure you’re well-covered underneath.) The belt could also be used for holding a leaky kettle together, or as a doorstop...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Never Too Young - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? Or do you have a small baby and want to reinforce the value of inter-generational protest? Either way, you’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrero about our nation’s fo...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Too Many Sticks - Barbarian
    This figure is ready to campaign at a moment’s notice. With their bundle of sticks, they can pop up a placard for whichever cause needs attention. Place this handcrafted statuette somewhere prominent to start instant conversations about the climate, Gaza or queer rights. Or remind yourself what yo...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Pony On Parade - Barbarian
    I’ve Plaited My Hair And No Prime Minister Better Touch It. Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti? You’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrero about our nation’s founding document with someone you know, or someone you d...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Begone, Disbelievers - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? Or do you love carrying stick bundles and want a small, political figurine which combines this task with your political beliefs? Either way, you’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a mean...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Apron Dress - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? Or do you run a small fashion business and want a small, political figurine to stand near the high-waisted dresses? Either way, you’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrer...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Femme Duo - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? Either way, you’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrero about our nation’s founding document with someone you know, or someone you don’t. Or just display your view fo...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - Easy Does It - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? You’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrero about our nation’s founding document with someone you know, or someone you don’t. Or just share your view for the universe...
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    Toitū te Tiriti - The Gay Agenda - Barbarian
    Need a fun way to show your support for Te Tiriti at the office? Or do you need fashion inspiration for femme-loving protest wear? Either way, you’ll love these handcrafted statuettes which can start instant conversations - have a meaningful kōrero about our nation’s founding document with some...
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