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48-717: Rachel Jessica Te Ao Maarama House ONZM (born 20 October 1971) is a New Zealand actress and director. She is best known for her roles in the films of Taika Waititi . She has received numerous accolades including an Arts Laureate , NZ Order of Merit , 'Mana Wahine' from WIFT NZ and Te Waipuna a Rangi (Matariki Awards) for her contributions as an actor and director. House was born 20 October 1971 in Auckland and raised in Kamo , Whangārei by her adoptive Scottish parents John and Sheila House. Her Māori iwi (tribal) affiliations are Ngāti Mutunga , Te Ātiawa and Ngāi Tahu . House attended

96-839: A 160-year-old woman) and in 2003, Best Supporting Actress in Henrik Ibsen 's An Enemy of the People . House won the 2001 Director of the Year award at both the Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards and the New Zealand Listener Awards for her direction of Mitch Tawhi Thomas ' play Have Car Will Travel . She attended the Prague Film School in 2008 and was awarded Best Director and Best Film Audience Award for her two short films made while studying there . In 2012, she received

144-401: A Dame Grand Companion, formally receiving investiture in 2024 from Prince William . The Lion Guard The second season premiered on July 7, 2017, followed by the third on August 3, 2019, with the series finale airing on November 3 the same year. The show centers on Kion , the son of King Simba and Queen Nala , and the younger brother of Kiara . As second-born to the throne, Kion

192-466: A Knight Grand Companion himself) restored the honours to their pre-April 2000 state. Principal Companions and Distinguished Companions (85 people in total) were given the option to convert their awards into Knighthoods or Damehoods. The restoration was welcomed by Monarchy New Zealand . The option has been taken up by 72 of those affected, including rugby great Colin Meads . Former Labour MP Margaret Shields

240-468: A Knight or Dame Companion, and thus not to accept the respective appellation of "Sir" or "Dame". The majority of those affected chose the aforereferenced appellations. After initially declining redesignation in 2009, Vincent O'Sullivan and Sam Neill accepted the change in December 2021 and June 2022, respectively. A change to non-titular honours was a recommendation contained within the original report of

288-482: A classical Māori and a pre-colonial Māori world. It was performed as part of an international series at London's Globe Theatre . Other theatre directing work includes the award-winning production of Hinepau , which House also co-adapted from Gavin Bishop 's original book and toured both nationally and internationally, Neil La Bute 's The Mercy Seat and Hui by longtime collaborator Mitch Tawhi Thomas that premiered at

336-657: A director premiered in Taranaki, Aotearoa New Zealand. The Mountain is "a heartfelt drama about three children on a mission to find healing under the watchful eye of Taranaki Mounga (Mountain) and discover friendship in the spirit of adventure". In 1995, House won the "Most Promising Female Newcomer of the Year" Chapman Tripp Theatre Award for her one-woman show Nga Pou Wahine by Briar Grace-Smith . In 2000 she won Most Outstanding Performance for her role in Witi Ihimaera 's critically acclaimed play Woman Far Walking (as Tiriti,

384-401: A meeting between Kanter and Disney chief executive Robert Iger . Iger suggested to Kanter that Disney Junior should consider producing content to celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Lion King in 2014. Disney had shown early footage to young test audiences, who were able to make suggestions, such as adjusting the look of the hyenas. Disney Consumer Products launched a line of toys to tie into

432-623: A voice actor, she is known for her roles as 'Gramma Tala' in Disney's Moana (2016) and 'Terry' in Pixar's Soul (2020). In 2023 she voiced 'Grandma Coco' in the Māori language version of Pixar's Coco (2017). She has starred in numerous animated series for television, including Sherwood , The Lion Guard , Amphibia , Pinecone and Pony , What If…? , Kiff and Koala Man . As an acting coach, House has worked alongside Jane Campion for Top of

480-574: Is a serial scene-stealer on Australian television and film." In television, House became a series regular in the Netflix reboot series Heartbreak High as Principal Stacy "Woodsy" Woods in 2022. The same year, House also appeared in the Apple TV+ series Foundation 2 and ABC series Bay of Fires . In 2023, House portrayed the pirate Mary Read in season 2 of the HBO Max comedy Our Flag Means Death . As

528-554: Is a years-long time gap, The Lion Guard takes place during the years in-between Kiara's first meeting with Kovu as a cub and her first hunt as an adult. Riley also noted the inclusion of Swahili into the series, which is used for names of characters, locations, songs, and catchphrases. Classic mythology is used as inspiration for the show. Riley stated "We want it to feel epic and so we're trying to draw from as many epics in classical literature and classical television in addition to ( The Lion King ) itself". Riley noted that protecting

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576-704: Is also a Secretary and Registrar (the Clerk of the Executive Council) and a Herald (the New Zealand Herald of Arms) of the Order. There also exist miniatures and lapel badges of the five levels of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Knight/Dames Grand Companion and Knight/Dames Companion are entitled to use the style Sir for males and Dame for females. The order's statutes grant heraldic privileges to members of

624-500: Is an order of merit in the New Zealand royal honours system . It was established by royal warrant on 30 May 1996 by Elizabeth II , Queen of New Zealand , "for those persons who in any field of endeavour, have rendered meritorious service to the Crown and nation or who have become distinguished by their eminence, talents, contributions or other merits", to recognise outstanding service to

672-450: Is revealed that the cub in question is Kiara and that she will be the future queen. Riley was interested in the idea of a second-born cub and what his role would be if Kiara is destined to become queen. Additionally, he was inspired by his 8-year-old son, who would visit the park with friends and pretend to be a superhero team. Riley confirmed the timeline of the series; in Simba's Pride there

720-649: The ACT New Zealand party deriding the PCNZM's initials as standing for "a Politically Correct New Zealand that used to be a Monarchy". The issue of titular honours would appear whenever honours were mentioned. In the lead up to the 2005 general election , Leader of the Opposition Don Brash suggested that should a National-led government be elected, he would reverse Labour's changes and re-introduce knighthoods. In 2009, Prime Minister John Key (later to become

768-630: The Auckland Arts Festival in 2013. In 2016, House directed Auckland-based theatre company Silo Theatre's production of Medea , a contemporary retelling of the Euripides myth created by Australian theatre-makers Kate Mulvany and Anne-Louise Sarks . House has co-directed with Tweedie Waititi of Matewa Media for the Māori language versions of Disney animated films The Lion King (2004) and Moana (2016). In 2024, House's first feature film as

816-688: The New Zealand Arts Foundation's Laureate Award , which is given as an investment in excellence across a range of art forms for an artist with prominence and outstanding potential for future growth. In the same year, she won Production of the Year and Director of the Year at the Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards, for her direction of Toroihi rāua ko Kahira . In 2016, House received the WIFT (Women in Film and Television) NZ Mana Wāhine Award for her prolific contribution to theatre and film, both in front of and behind

864-630: The Pixar animated film Soul . She plays one of the main roles in the Australian 2023 comedy drama series Bay of Fires , and in 2024 will reprise her role in the second season of the award-winning Netflix series Heartbreak High . In response to her work in Australia, Bridget McManus of the Sydney Morning Herald wrote, "with her commanding presence and unmistakable New Zealand accent, Rachel House

912-617: The Prague Film School in the Czech Republic . While there she made two short films, Bravo and New Skirt. In 2010, she directed Kylie Meehan's short film The Winter Boy, produced by Hineani Melbourne for the New Zealand Film Commission 's Premiere Shorts. In 2012, House directed the Māori-language version of Shakespeare's Troilus and Cressida , Toroihi rāua ko Kahira , adapted by Te Haumihiata Mason and set in

960-636: The 1995 honours committee ( The New Zealand Royal Honours System: The Report of the Prime Minister’s Honours Advisory Committee ) which prompted the creation of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Titular honours were incorporated into the new system before its implementation in 1996 after the National Party caucus and public debate were split as to whether titles should be retained. There has long been debate in New Zealand regarding

1008-465: The Circle of Life is the main theme of the series; "The animals who respect it don't eat too much, allow for the grass to grow, and larger animals to eat smaller animals. Our bad guys come from those that don't respect the Circle of Life. They just want to eat and wreak havoc." In terms of giving The Lion Guard the same look as the original film, director Howy Parkins stated that they were mindful to keep

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1056-693: The Circle of Life. At the start of Season 2, the Lion Guard's mission becomes harder when Kion's deceased granduncle Scar returns as a fiery spirit and plans to destroy the Pride Lands. Scar forms an army consisted of animals from the Outlands. This eventually leads to an all-out battle between the Pridelanders and the Outlanders. By Season 3, the guard, now teenagers, successfully defeat Scar. Afterwards, they leave

1104-633: The Crown and people of New Zealand in a civil or military capacity. In the order of precedence , the New Zealand Order of Merit ranks immediately after the Order of New Zealand . Prior to 1996, New Zealanders received appointments to various British orders, such as the Order of the Bath , the Order of St Michael and St George , the Order of the British Empire , and the Order of the Companions of Honour , as well as

1152-751: The Lake and The Power of the Dog (2021); and with Taika Waititi on Boy (2010), Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016), Jojo Rabbit (2019) and Next Goal Wins (2023). House was named as part of the cast for Stan Australia series Sunny Nights. House has directed numerous theatrical performances, short films and a feature film released in 2024. After graduating from drama school in 1992, House went on to direct theatrical performances, including Have Car, Will Travel by Mitch Tawhi Thomas in 2001 for which she won several awards. In 2008 House studied directing at

1200-688: The New Zealand national drama school, Toi Whakaari , graduating in 1992. She went into stage work with the Pacific Underground Theatre and the Auckland Theatre Company . She has acted in several major productions that have toured nationally and internationally, including Hone Kouka's Waiora , Carol Anne Duffy 's The Worlds Wife and the UK/New Zealand co-production of Beauty and the Beast . In 1998 House made her screen debut in

1248-540: The Night Pride's leader, Queen Rani, and is crowned king of the Tree of Life. The characters returning from The Lion King and its sequels and spin-offs appear in this series: The series was announced by Disney on June 9, 2014, on the run-up to the first film's 20th anniversary. Disney Junior general manager Nancy Kanter stated: "It's kind of like The Lion King meets The Avengers ". The series' announcement came after

1296-450: The Pride Lands to locate the Tree of Life in Asia to cure Kion and Ono's battle injuries, Kion having received a venomous scar from Ushari the cobra and Ono losing his eyesight from the poisonous volcanic fumes while rescuing Bunga. Kion's team also gets a new member, a female martial eagle named Anga who replaces Ono's position as the keenest of sight after Ono temporarily loses his eyesight, while

1344-482: The Pride Lands, only to find out that the conflict has already been settled. Zira's daughter, Vitani , has formed her own Lion Guard in their absence, causing an argument between them and Kion's Lion Guard. However, after seeing Vitani's confidence in becoming a leader even without the Roar, Kion allows Vitani's Lion Guard to succeed his Guard as defenders of the Pride Lands. Kion and his friends return to Asia where Kion marries

1392-459: The United Kingdom and Ireland, Return of the Roar premiered on Disney Junior on February 8, 2016, while the series premiered on April 13, 2016. In Australia and New Zealand, the pilot debuted on February 6, 2016, and the series began airing on February 28, 2016, on Disney Junior . In Southeast Asia, the pilot premiered on March 20, 2016, on Disney Channel (April 11 on Disney Junior ) and

1440-417: The appeal to make a compelling villain. Ed Power of The Daily Telegraph scored the pilot two stars out of five, labeling it a "Soggy, Sentimental throwback". Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media gave the series four out of five stars, stating "With its strong messages about courage, responsibility, and friendship, this series is a fun pick for kids, and parents who watch with their kids will enjoy seeing

1488-492: The appropriateness of titles. Some feel it is no longer appropriate as New Zealand has not been a colony since 1907, and to these people titles are out of step with present-day New Zealand. Others feel that titles carry both domestic and international recognition, and that awarded on the basis of merit they remain an appropriate recognition of excellence. In April 2000 the then new Labour Prime Minister, Helen Clark , announced that knighthoods and damehoods had been abolished and

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1536-563: The camera. In the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours , House was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the performing arts. In 2018, House was a joint winner with Professor Derek Lardelli of the Te Waipuna-ā-Rangi Award for Arts and Entertainment at the Matariki Awards, held by Whakaata Māori (formerly Māori TV). Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit The New Zealand Order of Merit

1584-519: The distinction of Knight Bachelor . The change came about after the Prime Minister's Honours Advisory Committee (1995) was created "to consider and present options and suggestions on the structure of a New Zealand Royal Honours System in New Zealand, which is designed to recognise meritorious service, gallantry and bravery and long service". The monarch of New Zealand is the Sovereign of the order and

1632-423: The essence of The Lion King. To that end, the crew did extensive research on the look of the backgrounds and characters and were able to obtain some original model sheets. In addition, Barry Atkinson and Mike Surrey, background painter and supervising animator for Timon on the original film respectively, were brought in to consult with the series' background artists, animators and storyboard artists. Speaking on

1680-595: The first and second level, who are entitled to have the Order's circlet ("a green circle, edged gold, and inscribed with the Motto of the Order in gold") surrounding their shield. Grand Companions are also entitled to heraldic supporters . The Chancellor is entitled to supporters and a representation of the Collar of the Order around his/her shield. The following contains the names of the small number of living Distinguished Companions (DCNZM) who chose not to convert their appointment to

1728-445: The five levels, there are three different types of membership. Ordinary membership is limited to citizens of New Zealand or a Commonwealth realm . "Additional" members, appointed on special occasions, are not counted in the numerical limits. People who are not citizens of a Commonwealth realm are given "Honorary" membership; if they subsequently adopt citizenship of a Commonwealth realm they are eligible for Additional membership. There

1776-508: The governor-general is its Chancellor. Appointments are made at five levels: From 2000 to 2009, the two highest levels of the Order were Principal Companion (PCNZM) and Distinguished Companion (DCNZM), without the appellation of "Sir" or "Dame". The number of Knights and Dames Grand Companion (and Principal Companions) is limited to 30 living people. Additionally, new appointments are limited to 15 Knights or Dames Companion, 40 Companions, 80 Officers and 140 Members per year. As well as

1824-483: The latter gains a new position as the smartest. Once reaching the Tree of Life, the Lion Guard assists in defending the haven from intruders together with the Night Pride, the group and family who protects the Tree of Life. After Kion and Ono are healed and their enemies are defeated, hyenas Jasiri and Janja (the latter having reformed during the final confrontation with Scar) come looking for them and alert them that Zira and her pride are back. The Lion Guard returns to

1872-588: The order's statutes amended. From 2000 to 2009, the two highest levels of the Order were Principal Companion (PCNZM) and Distinguished Companion (DCNZM), without the appellation of "Sir" or "Dame"; appointment to all levels of the Order were recognised solely by the use of post-nominal letters. A National Business Review poll in February 2000 revealed that 54% of New Zealanders thought the titles should be scrapped. The Labour Government's April 2000 changes were criticised by opposition parties, with Richard Prebble of

1920-564: The original The Lion King gang -- including Timon, Pumbaa, and the eccentric Rafiki -- in cameos throughout the series". Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment . Talking Lion Guard Backpack Clip Lion Guard Power Necklace It's UnBungalievable shorts Five Lion Guard Wristbands Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment . Talking Lion Guard Backpack Clip Lion Guard Power Necklace It's UnBungalievable shorts Five Lion Guard Wristbands A second soundtrack release entitled The Lion Guard: Disney Junior Music

1968-512: The series itself on April 17 on the Disney Junior block on Disney Channel. Max Nicholson from IGN gave the pilot episode score of 7.7, describing the special as "a fun-filled, if younger-skewing, hour television". He praised the pilot for introducing more of the Lion King lore, and also the animation, music, and performance of the new voice actors. However, he found Janja and his clan lacked

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2016-482: The short film Queenie and Pete . In 2002 she appeared in the award-winning feature film Whale Rider . In 2005 she became a series regular on Maddigan's Quest alongside a young Rose McIver . In 2008 House appeared in Taika Waititi's first feature film, Eagle vs Shark . She has gone on to become a regular collaborator with Waititi, appearing in his second film, Boy , in 2010, and providing acting coach for

2064-513: The show's educational aspect, Parkins stated that research was done on animals and habitats in the Serengeti , and that this information is woven into storylines without being overt. Like its American counterpart, Return of the Roar premiered on November 22, 2015, on Disney Channel in Canada, while the series premiered on January 17, 2016, on Disney Junior , two days after its American premiere. In

2112-498: The television series, as well at book titles based on the series such as Return of the Roar , Can't-Wait to be Queen, Bunga the Wise , Meet the New Guard , Fuli Finds Her Place , Join the Lion Guard! , and Kion's Animal Alphabet . A sneak peek of The Lion Guard was shown at the 2015 D23 Expo . On August 12, 2015, a sneak peek was shown, with new information that the television movie

2160-640: The young actors on set. In 2016 she appeared in Waititi's third film, Hunt for the Wilderpeople , and again provided acting coaching for the young lead Julian Dennison . House voiced Gramma Tala in the 2016 Disney animated film Moana . In 2017, she played Grandmaster's bodyguard Topaz in Thor: Ragnarok . In 2019, she was one of the leading roles in Bellbird , a film that received several awards at several international film festivals. In 2020, she voiced Terry in

2208-501: Was gifted with a power called the 'Roar of the Elders' and becomes the leader of the Lion Guard, a team that protects the Pride Lands and defends the Circle of Life. Despite the tradition that the Lion Guard has always been made of lions, Kion appoints his friends Bunga the honey badger, Beshte the hippopotamus, Fuli the cheetah, and Ono the egret, and together, they set out to keep their homeland safe and protect it from animals who disrespect

2256-751: Was one of those who accepted a Damehood, despite receiving a letter from former Prime Minister Helen Clark "setting out why Labour had abolished the titles and saying she hoped she would not accept one". Clark's senior deputy, Michael Cullen , also accepted a knighthood. Appointments continued when Labour returned to government in 2017 as the Sixth Labour Government . The 2018 New Year Honours included seven knights and dames. The government did not comment on its position regarding knighthoods and damehoods, but Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern did specifically congratulate two women on becoming Dames Companion. On leaving office in 2023, Ardern accepted appointment as

2304-488: Was scheduled to air in November 2015 to be titled The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar . On October 9, 2015, it was announced that Return of the Roar would premiere on November 22, 2015, on Disney Channel. On coming up with the idea, the series' creator and executive producer Ford Riley noted that at the end of The Lion King the presentation of Simba and Nala's newborn cub is seen. In The Lion King II: Simba's Pride , it

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