Freedom & Focus Conference 2025
Voice is Action
July 31 - August 3
The Freedom & Focus Conference is an international gathering open to the public
that includes workshops and performances
offered by certified Fitzmaurice Voicework® teachers and local artists.
In collaboration with educational partner Toi Whaakari: New Zealand Drama School, Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand.
Nau mai, haere mai ki Aotearoa. Welcome, welcome to Aotearoa New Zealand, for four days of rich and challenging learning and exchange. Our hosts for the conference are the staff and students of Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School, Aotearoa’s premier drama training institution. Learning at the school draws from indigenous models of tikanga, creating a training institution that is unique in the world.
The theme of Freedom and Focus 2025 is “Voice is Action". This emphasizes how vocal expression can serve as a powerful tool for creativity, personal growth, and social engagement. Central to Fitzmaurice Voicework is the seamless integration of breath, body and voice. This is the foundation of vocal expression, enabling deeper emotional connection and authentic presence.
Wellington provides an ideal backdrop for Freedom and Focus 2025. Voted ‘the world’s coolest capital’, Wellington has political focus, and a long-established and resilient creative community, creating an inspiring environment for exploring how voice can mobilize communities and drive activism. Toi Whakaari, our educational partner, is the premier drama school in New Zealand and it is the hub for diverse voices and story- making in Aotearoa. This makes it the perfect place to host a conference that celebrates and explores the transformative potential of voice.
Freedom & Focus Conference 2025: ‘Voice Is Action’
Venue: Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School, Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand
Date: 31 July - 3 August 2025
Early Bird: $USD275/$NZD450 (Deadline 3/3/2025)
Full Price: $USD350/$NZD560
Student: $150 USD/$NZD240
Are you a Fitzmaurice teacher? Trem only dates are 30 July & 4 August - register here
Travel and accommodation are each participant's responsibility.
We recommend Hotels.com or Airbnb.com.
If you cancel on or before the first of July 2025, your payment will be refunded less $50 handling and bank fees. No refunds will be given after 1st July.
** We are committed to making this conference accessible with rates and early bird pricing coming soon.
Voice Is Action
Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School
Wellington New Zealand
Freedom & Focus New Zealand Site
**Certified Fitzmaurice Voicework Teachers - TREMS - CLICK HERE for more information.