EVENTS & GROUP EXPERIENCES - EXTRAORDINARY EVENT EXPERIENCES 2018-2020 - Weta Workshop
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EXTRAORDINARY EVENT EXPERIENCES
EVENTS & GROUP EXPERIENCES
20 1 8 -2020
EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE
EVENT EXPERIENCES SUMMARY
Greeting more than 150,000 visitors each year, Weta Studio Tours is a premier tourist MAX PAX PAGE#
destination located in Wellington, New Zealand. Since opening in 2012, Weta Studio TOURS
Tours has grown to offer three flagship tours that give guests a glimpse at the artistry
Weta Workshop Experience 80 4
behind Weta Workshop’s award-winning twenty-five-year history working on films like
The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, King Kong and Avatar. Miniatures Stage Tour 40 5
Our hands-on workshops, artist demonstrations and inspiring guest speakers can be Weta Cave Workshop Tour 40 6
seamlessly integrated with our filmmaking tours in Wellington. We can also bring the
Weta and Coco 60 7
movie magic off-site to a venue of your choice! Whichever you choose, we’ll work with
you to create an experience that is truly extraordinary. Personal Tour 4 8
WORKSHOPS
LOCATION
AVAILABLE
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OFF-SITE
Weta Studio Tours is situated in Wellington’s filmmaking precinct on the Miramar Chainmaille 10
Peninsula. Conveniently located only 5 minutes drive from airport or 20 minutes drive Art of Fake Blood 10
from the city centre.
Special Effects Scrapes 10
Sculpting 10
MIRAMAR PENINSULA Prop Painting 10
NEW NORTH
ZEALAND ISLAND
DRIVING DISTANCES N
TO WETA STUDIO DEMONSTRATIONS
TOURS
Make-up and Prosthetics 11
Wellington City 20 mins
SOUTH WELLINGTON
ISLAND
Wellington Airport 5 mins
Stunt Fighting 11
Design 11
WETA STUDIO TOURS
WETA CAVE WORKSHOP TOUR Weapons and Armour 11
MINIATURES STAGE TOUR
PARK ROAD POST PRODUCTION
MIRAMAR GUEST SPEAKERS
CITY CENTRE
WETA WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE
THE Crew from Weta Workshop
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WELLINGTON and Weta Digital
REGION
COCO AT ROXY CINEMA
FIGURE HIRE
Characters from The Lord of
the Rings, The Hobbit and 13
WELLINGTON AIRPORT
Thunderbirds Are Go!
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WETA WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE Min spend 20-80 1.5 hrs
NZD $600
Experience the artistry of Weta Workshop in our dedicated off-premises tour space, in the heart
of Miramar’s filmmaking precinct. Guests can explore areas not available to the general public, as
this tour space was specially created for large groups!
With a Weta Workshop crew member guiding the way, guests will get right up close to the props,
costumes, creatures and models crafted for The Lord of the Rings, District 9, The Chronicles of
Narnia, and more. Witness the evolution of Weta’s creativity and get a fascinating glimpse into
the earliest days of the company in our exclusive short documentary. Hear stories from the Weta
Workshop crew, many of whom have worked on the films themselves!
Want to create your own movie magic? The Weta Workshop Experience can be enhanced with a
hands-on workshop or demonstration. See pages 10-11 for details.
DURATION: 1.5 hours | MAX CAPACITY: 80 | MINIMUM SPEND: $600
Transport, customisable workshop and catering can be included at an additional cost.
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MINIATURES STAGE TOUR: WETA CAVE
THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO WORKSHOP TOUR
Min spend 20 - 40 45 min Min spend 20 - 40 45 min
NZD $560 NZD $560
Launch your group into the stratosphere with a visit to the authentic Thunderbirds Are Go From your favourite films to larger-than-life exhibitions: join our Weta Cave Workshop Tour to
shooting stage. Go behind-the-scenes of the incredible Weta Workshop miniature environments learn about the practical effects created for The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, the
made for the popular TV series, on a tour guided by the experienced Weta Workshop crew. record-breaking Gallipoli: The scale of our war and more!
Nobody knows these miniatures like they do!
Wander through Manufacture Alley, interacting with the tools and technology of our creative
Blast off on an incredible journey from initial concepts and storyboards through to the final props departments. Your guide, a Weta Workshop crew member, will spill secrets of movie magic. Then
and models used for Tracy Island, the Thunderbirds hangars, Lady Penelope’s mansion and catch a glimpse of creativity in action with artists at work on our tour stage.
beyond. You’ll also get to enjoy a rare photo opportunity! FAB.
My life-long fascination with model making and practical film effects was born
of shows like Thunderbirds, so it has been terrific to have been involved in the
design and manufacture of what you’ll see inside.
- Richard Taylor, CEO and Co-founder, Weta Workshop
DURATION: 45 mins | MAX CAPACITY: 40 | MINIMUM SPEND: $560 DURATION: 45 mins | MAX CAPACITY: 40 | MINIMUM SPEND: $560
Transport can be included at an additional cost. Transport can be included at an additional cost.
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WETA AND COCO Min 10
PERSONAL TOUR Min spend 1-4 2.5 hours
NZD $1500
Owned by Weta co-founders Tania Rodger and Jamie Selkirk, the Roxy Cinema is renowned for its A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits with Weta Studio Tours’ premium offering: our Personal Tour.
gorgeous Art Deco Setting. The cinema’s restaurant, CoCo at the Roxy, focuses on using the freshest With the undivided attention of your Weta Workshop tour guide, learn first-hand stories of filmmaking
of New Zealand ingredients to offer up exquisite dishes inspired from flavours around the globe. on the Miramar Penisula!
Combine your Weta Studio Tours Experience with CoCo at the Roxy, to dine among jaw-dropping Take your time exploring the props, costumes and creatures from your favourite films. Pull back the
artwork, movie memorabilia and sculptures showcasing Weta Workshop talent. curtain on places not usually accessible to the public. Get up close to the five Oscars won by Richard
Taylor and the Weta Workshop Crew.
Choose DINE WITH THE STARS to make your own way out to Miramar and enjoy a two-course lunch at
CoCo either before or after your tour. Visit us after sundown by selecting an EVENING WITH WETA AND Enjoy your Personal Tour one-on-one, or bring your friends, colleagues or clients along to share an
COCO. You’ll journey to Miramar in a dedicated shuttle, then enjoy our documentary and tour before your unforgettable encounter at Weta Studio Tours.
three-course dinner.
PRICE: From $1500 per group | MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 4
DINE WITH THE STARS | DURATION: 2.5 hours (approx.) | PRICE: Adult $75, child $40
WANT TO BUILD A BESPOKE EXPERIENCE?
EVENING WITH WETA AND COCO | DURATION: 4 hours including transport |
PRICE: Adult $145, child $75 Our Personal Tour can be customised with one-on-one sessions with artists of the Weta Group,
canapés and cocktails, or a personal shopping session at the Weta Cave.
Prices available on request. Contact us to discuss your exclusive itinerary.
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WORKSHOPS Also available
off-site
WETA CHAINMAILLE WORKSHOP
Learn how to make unique Weta Chainmaille as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit
trilogies, Kingdom of Heaven and The Chronicles of Narnia.
THE ART OF FAKE BLOOD WORKSHOP
Roll up your sleeves for a lesson in the art of making fake blood with an experienced Weta
Workshop technician. Perfect for Halloween events!
SPECIAL EFFECTS SCRAPES WORKSHOP
Weta Workshop’s kitchen of horror allows you to create convincing wounds using silicon gels.
With the guidance of our team, sculpt and colour your own scars and scrapes.
SCULPTING WORKSHOP
Watch as a talented Weta Workshop sculptor develops a 3D creature live before your eyes, as
they reveal their tricks of the trade. Then try your hand at creating a sculpture of your very own.
PROP PAINTING WORKSHOP
Discover why we call our Paint Department the ‘Masters of Lies’ by learning the tips and tricks of
painting and finishing. Take your own creation home.
ON-SITE PRICES: From $55 per person.
Subject to availability and location.
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DEMONSTRATIONS GUEST
Also available
off-site
SPEAKERS Also available
off-site
MAKE-UP AND PROSTHETICS DEMONSTRATION Our artists have worked on films such as The Lord of the Rings, King Kong, Avatar,
Witness the transformation of a member of the audience through the application of silicone Elysium, and Ghost in the Shell. Gain unique insight into how we bring a director’s
and foam latex prosthetics by a senior special make-up effects artist. Our most popular options vision to life with our engaging tales of filmmaking on the Miramar Peninsula!
include Elf, Dwarf and Orc transformations.
Crew members, technicians and artists from Weta Workshop, Weta Digital and Park Road
Post Production are available to speak at events of any size, both at Weta Studio Tours
STUNT FIGHTING PRESENTATION
and at off-site venues. Our guest speakers can tailor their presentation to suit your event
Don’t just learn about the action. Become part of it. Gain an insight into the world of a seasoned theme. Areas of expertise include:
stunt performer who will share the training and techniques behind your favourite film fight
scenes. • CONCEPT DESIGN
• WEAPONS AND ARMOUR
DESIGN PRESENTATION • SCULPTURE
Learn the processes behind interpreting a director’s vision for the big screen from a senior • MAKE-UP AND PROSTHETICS
• STUNT FIGHTING
concept designer or special effects artist.
• VISUAL EFFECTS
• SOUND
WEAPONS AND ARMOUR PRESENTATION • POST PRODUCTION
Find out what it takes to craft convincing armour and weaponry for films from the skilled Weta
Workshop crew, many of whom kitted out the armies of Warcraft, The Chronicles of Narnia and
The Lord of the Rings.
ON-SITE PRICES: From $120 per person. PRICE: Available on application.
Subject to availability and location.
Daniel Falconer, Weta Workshop Peter Lyon, Weta Workshop
Senior Concept Designer & Author Master Swordsmith
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FIGURE HIRE Also available
off-site
Add a fantastical edge to your event with a legendary film figure from the likes of The
Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Thunderbirds Are Go.
From Azog to the Thunderbird 1 rocket, Gollum to Gandalf, our life-sized sculptures have
been designed and sculpted by the artists and technicians of Weta Workshop. Display
them at your venue, or feature them as part of your Weta Studio Tours experience to
enthral fans of fantasy and film alike!
PRICE: From $575 per figure plus freight.
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EXTRAORDINARY EVENT EXPERIENCES
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