McCahon

British

/ məˈkɑːn /

noun

Colin . 1919–87, influential New Zealand painter; noted esp for landscapes and bold abstract paintings, many featuring lettering and Christian imagery

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The play is written by award-winning playwright Danny McCahon and directed by acclaimed theatre director Liz Carruthers.

From BBC ● Nov. 27, 2024

“If you have my passport, I can’t go work for a competitor or anyone else. I have to stay with you,” McCahon said.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 27, 2022

McCahon, who died in 1987, produced some of New Zealand's most recognisable modernist paintings over a career spanning more than four decades.

From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2017

Among them: the McCahon boys and their mom, a band that takes up residence at Clive’s church/tavern, and an assortment of mismatched lovers.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 5, 2014

Here audiences will be able to segue from a McCahon to a Moore, a Picasso to a Parekowhai.

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