Semi Permanent Aotearoa 2022
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2022 marks the 20th anniversary of Semi Permanent — a demarcation in the evolution of both our purpose and our organisation. A milestone like this triggers a moment of reflection, imploring us to look back on our achievements and mistakes as the things that helped shape where we are today. It begs us to look forward, too, challenging us to think about where we might be in another 20 years’ time, or at the least where we hope to be. After all, the future is a destination we can only get to by acknowledging where we come from, and deciding what to bring with us and what to leave behind.
Highlights






Speakers & Artists
- Foreign Policy Design Group
- Kris SowersbyKlim Type Foundry
- Dantley DavisNike
- Wade and Leta
- Karen Walker
- Human Person
- Jess Johnson
- Hector OuilhetGoogle
- Steve DunstanHuffer
- Liz Ham
- Danny Coster
- Mikaela JadeIndigital
- Johnson WitehiraIDIA and Waahi Wairua
- Shantel Wetherall
- Patricia Grace
- Briar Grace-Smith
- Miriama Grace-Smith
- James FordSilverstripe
- Rik CampbellResn
- Roman JewellFix & Fogg
- Ben CrottySharesies
- Todd YellinNetflix
- Tony HolznerArt Processors
- Ethan EismannSlack
- Enlai HooiSchmidt Hammer Lassen Architects
- Millie AroraReD Associates
- Tony BradbourneSpecial Group New Zealand
Schedule (Local Times)
Tickets
19 — 21 October 2022
St James Theatre
Premium Experience
Elevate your Festival experience with a Premium ticket for the ultimate Semi Permanent experience.
Includes:
- Festival access
- Premium Lounge access
- Allocated seating
- Food and refreshments
- Tote Bag, Book, Puzzle and Present from Semi Permanent
The Festival Experience
Be inspired by the talent on-stage at Semi Permanent. Our talks are renowned for being inspiring and engaging while highly transferable regardless of discipline or craft. And on our stage, no two speakers are alike. Join us for the day or come along for the ride.
Includes:
- Festival access
- Tote Bag, Book, Puzzle and Present from Semi Permanent
Workshops
We’re breaking free from the auditorium to offer you a richer and multi-sensory experience this year. With bespoke workshops, this is Semi Permanent 2.0. Our workshops are separate ticketed events and entry is not included in any of the Festival passes.
- Idea Champion Workshop with Danny Coster
- Investing for Designers
- Lean UX: Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls with Silverstripe