July 2021
Tū Ignite
Hip hop and contemporary dance holiday programme | $250 Calling all wahine and tane aged 14 - 18! We're excited to announce our very first Tū Ignite programme. This four-day recreational holiday programme is for dancers of all backgrounds and levels of ability. Expect workshops in contemporary dance, hip-hop and more that will keep you moving in new and innovative ways. Tū Ignite teachers include New Zealand School of Dance tutors, guest teachers from The Company NZ in Wellington and other…
Find out more »November 2021
2022 Wall Calendar for Sale
Get your copy of our first-ever NZSD wall calendar - featuring exquisite images of NZSD classical ballet and contemporary dance students. A limited number of these wall calendars are available. Purchase yours today to avoid disappointment. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
Find out more »Graduation Season 2021 – Paraparaumu
The New Zealand School of Dance is pleased to announce Graduation Season 2021 performances will be held at Southward Theatre, Paraparumu from 12 - 14 November. This is in addition to our annual performances at Te Whaea in Wellington. CLICK HERE to book your tickets. Performances 12 Nov - 19.30 13 Nov - 13.30 13 Nov - 19.30 14 Nov - 13.30 Ticket PricesAdult: $39Senior / Student: $28Children 12 and younger: $18 This year’s programme is a proudly Kiwi showcase including seven newly-commissioned…
Find out more »Graduation Season 2021 – Wellington
The New Zealand School of Dance is thrilled to return to the Whare Whakaari Theatre at Te Whaea for our 2021 Graduation Season from 19 - 27 November. Current Level 2 guidelines require limited seating. Please book your tickets early to avoid disappointment. CLICK HERE to book. This year’s programme is a proudly Kiwi showcase including seven newly-commissioned and two existing works , choreographed or restaged by acclaimed NZ-based artists. A thrilling season celebrating the talent and accomplished artistry of the New…
Find out more »May 2022
Solo Season 2022
FOR BY FOUR Four mould breaking New Zealand choreographers, four innovative solos, four current contemporary dance students. NZSD Solo Season 2022 runs from 25 May to 28 May. Bookings via bats.co.nz For by Four offers a unique glimpse at how New Zealand's contemporary dance future is evolving. Four choreographers have been paired up with four graduating contemporary dance students to create new works. “FORGING NEW PATHS, 'FOR BY FOUR' PROMISES FLAWLESS ARTISTRY AND ORIGINAL MATERIAL IN FOUR SOLOS, FROM INDEPENDENT THINKING…
Find out more »July 2022
Associate Auditions
The New Zealand School of Dance Associates Programme identifies classical ballet and contemporary dance students from all over New Zealand who have a talent for a career in dance performance. Students aged 13 – 16 are chosen by audition, ensuring those with aptitude can take class with similarly talented dancers. City Venue Date Wellington Te Whaea 17 September 2022 Auckland Wellesley Studios 18 September 2022 Christchurch NASDA 2 October 2022 Applications are now open and close on Friday 26 August 2022…
Find out more »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 »August 2022
Tools for Teachers Seminar Christchurch
SUNDAY 28 AUGUST, 2022 | Garden City Dance Academy, Christchurch Times: 9.45am - 2.30pm | Break for lunch | 11.45am - 12.30pm Information Pack Click to Register NZSD, in association with Christchurch Ballet Society, is pleased to offer you Tools for Teachers II - "Stretch versus Strength", a non-syllabus based seminar for dance educators from all teaching backgrounds and affiliations. Presented by two of New Zealand’s foremost dance professionals: Sarah Fitzsimons and Jane Woolley, who will share specific methods they…
Find out more »September 2022
Tools for Teachers Seminar Wellington
SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER, 2022 | New Zealand School of Dance, Wellington Times: 10.30am - 3.30pm | Break for lunch | 12.30am - 1.30pm Information Pack Click to Register NZSD is pleased to offer you Tools for Teachers II - "Stretch versus Strength", a non-syllabus based seminar for dance educators from all teaching backgrounds and affiliations. Presented by two of New Zealand’s foremost dance professionals: Sarah Fitzsimons and Jane Woolley, who will share specific methods they employ to achieve positive results,…
Find out more »October 2022
Regional Performances – Whirinaki Whare Taonga
In this, our 55th anniversary year, the New Zealand School of Dance is thrilled to again be appearing at Whirinaki Whare Taonga from 20 - 22 October, with outstanding performances of both classical ballet and contemporary dance. The repertoire will feature exciting highlights and cutting-edge choreography. Performances 20 Oct - 7.30pm 21 Oct - 7.30pm 22 Oct - 2.00pm 22 Oct - 7.30pm Ticket Prices Adult: $20 Children 12 and younger: $13.50*A booking fee will apply Venue Whirinaki Whare Taonga…
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