July 2022
Solos Evening 2022
Our 2nd and 3rd Year Classical students will performing a range of solo pieces. These solos were pieces they had studied and prepared for their school assessments and this Solos Evening gives the students an opportunity to showcase their work. Entry is by koha/donation and no booking is required Photo Credit: NZSD 3rd Yr Classical Ballet Student - Danielle Taylor. Photo by Stephen A'Court
Find out more »July 2023
Pathways Talk – Livestream
Pathways Talk (Livestream)- All about studying at NZSD New Zealand School of Dance is a national institution, official School of the Royal New Zealand Ballet and centre of excellence for pre-professional dance training. The School remains committed to providing outstanding dance education and developing well-rounded dancers who can succeed at the highest level. Those interested in full-time study at the New Zealand School of Dance are invited to join our LIVE PATHWAYS - an informal information-sharing talk hosted by NZSD…
Find out more »September 2023
Associates Auditions – Christchurch
The Associates Programme identifies ballet and contemporary dance students who have the talent for a career in dance performance. A tiered structure sees students aged 13 – 17 (Years 9 -12 at secondary school) progressing through the programme as Junior, Intermediate and Senior Associates. For 2024, Associates travel from throughout the country to the New Zealand School of Dance in Wellington for two weekends of tuition a year. In addition, one weekend in Term 1 will be held in Auckland and one weekend in…
Find out more »Open Technique classes – CHRISTCHURCH
The NZSD offers open technique classes in classical ballet and contemporary dance in conjunction with auditions for the Associate programme. Dancers are welcome to join the open classes, whether they are attending the Associate auditions or not. Cost: $25.00 for one class, $45.00 for two. Christchurch, NASDA, Sunday 3rd September 2023 Classical: 2.15pm - 3.30pm Contemporary: 3.45pm - 5.00pm Register
Find out more »Associates Auditions – Wellington
The Associates Programme identifies ballet and contemporary dance students who have the talent for a career in dance performance. A tiered structure sees students aged 13 – 17 (Years 9 -12 at secondary school) progressing through the programme as Junior, Intermediate and Senior Associates. For 2024, Associates travel from throughout the country to the New Zealand School of Dance in Wellington for two weekends of tuition a year. In addition, one weekend in Term 1 will be held in Auckland and one weekend in…
Find out more »Associates Auditions – Auckland
The Associates Programme identifies ballet and contemporary dance students who have the talent for a career in dance performance. A tiered structure sees students aged 13 – 17 (Years 9 -12 at secondary school) progressing through the programme as Junior, Intermediate and Senior Associates. For 2024, Associates travel from throughout the country to the New Zealand School of Dance in Wellington for two weekends of tuition a year. In addition, one weekend in Term 1 will be held in Auckland and one weekend in…
Find out more »Open Technique classes – AUCKLAND
The NZSD offers open technique classes in classical ballet and contemporary dance in conjunction with auditions for the Associate programme. Dancers are welcome to join the open classes, whether they are attending the Associate auditions or not. Cost: $25.00 for one class, $45.00 for two. Auckland, Wellesley Studios – Sunday 10th September 2023 Classical: 12.45 - 2.00pm Contemporary: 2.15 - 3.30pm Register
Find out more »Scholars Programme Auditions
THE SCHOLARS PROGRAMME Training for classical ballet students from the age of 10. Selection is by audition and students participate in the programme alongside their regular dance training. The programme focuses on the principles of movement, incorporating the definitions of technique as required in ballet, while embracing musicality and artistry. To join the programme, register by 4 September 2023 and attend the auditions on 16 September at Te Whaea, Wellington. (Auditions times to be confirmed) An audition fee of $50…
Find out more »January 2024
Summer Intensive 2024
The New Zealand School of Dance is thrilled to announce the Summer Intensive 2024 for dancers aged 12 – 17 years. The programme, developed by leading dance educators in New Zealand, will give dancers a taste of what is taught at the School. Summer Intensive 2024 dancers can expect: Classes specialised in preferred dance form, where dancers will choose to join either the contemporary dance or classical ballet classes. Daily technique and repertoire classes. Daily complementary classes designed to develop…
Find out more »April 2024
Pointes of View
These quarterly conversations look beneath dance’s performance veneer and consider topical, thought-provoking issues confronting the dance world today. Join us for an evening of lively discussion as we explore the role of the arts critic. This thought-provoking event asks us to consider what we seek from a review, be this as an arts patron or creative artist. We are thrilled that the host for POINTES OF VIEW is renowned broadcaster Eva Radich, who was presenter and producer of RNZ Concert’s…
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