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Footnote New Zealand Dance It’s an honor to host the international premiere tissue paper, autonomic synapse, nomads, tokyo(ing) Tissue Paper, Synapses of Autonomy, Nomads, Tokyo, will be held in Nagoya and Tokyo, Japan this October, followed by its premiere at the New Zealand Rhythm Dance Festival. tissue paper, autonomic synapse, nomads, tokyo(ing) Revealing a new sense of space and time – the intersection of people, cultures, landscapes and moments. The choreography of this piece is as poetic as its title, evoking deep emotions through attention to detail.
Japanese choreographer Kota Yamazaki and Footnote explore the ever-changing and fluid nature of human identity, liberating it from society’s preset notions of self. Throughout the work, words float and disperse, gathered from Wellington landscapes and Tokyo youth hangouts. Yamasaki returns to Footnote New Zealand Dance, drawing on his previous 2020 work, fog, nerves, future, ocean, hello (echo)developing this striking new creation. Performance dates include October 5-6 (Nagoya, Japan), October 12-13 (Tokyo, Japan), and October 19-20 (Tempo Dance Festival). For more information, please visit www.footnote.org.nz.
Biennale Rhythm Dance Festival – Flight of Speed A full program of immersive, innovative and exciting dance at the Q Theater from 10th to 20th October. The 2024 program features a roster of established and emerging dance creators, with more than 200 performers expected to take the stage for 20 performances over 10 days. This year’s dance festival will include performances by New Zealand Dance Company, Royal New Zealand Ballet, Identity Dance Company, Atamira Dance Company, Footnote New Zealand Dance and internationally renowned choreographer and dancer Anne Plamondon.
Canadian dance creative Plamondon will visit New Zealand for the first time and actin. Plamondon performs with Tūrongo Collective in this two-act presentation raw water A powerful evening of contemporary dance that connects ancient wisdom with modern exploration.
Tempo Dance Festival Executive Director Aaron Huata hopes to open the festival to all lovers and supporters of dance, creativity and storytelling. “Tempo is a multi-genre dance event dedicated to showcasing all dance forms from all cultures, communities and backgrounds,” he said. For more information, visit www.tempodancefestival.co.nz.
this New Zealand Dance Academy (NZSD) The performance season, taking place at Te Whaea: National Center for Dance and Drama from 20 to 30 November, is a highlight of the school calendar and a showcase of the extraordinary dedication and enthusiasm of students training throughout the year. Students from classical ballet and contemporary dance schools will showcase their talents in a series of performances, giving family, friends, supporters and dance enthusiasts the opportunity to see the rising talents of the future.
The eclectic program features a bold selection of works showcasing the technical prowess and artistic talents of the school’s pupils. This season celebrates the breadth of the art form – highlighting the voices of the next generation of choreographers in a series of new works while paying homage to the timeless foundations of classical ballet. For more information, visit www.nzschoolofdance.ac.nz.
Registration is now open for NZSD Summer Intensive Courses. The course will be held from January 21 to 24, 2025. Daily supplementary classes will be designed to develop the technical and creative aspects of dance in both classical ballet and contemporary dance. Courses will be taught by NZSD teachers as well as classical and modern guest tutors. For more information and to book, please visit www.nzschoolofdance.ac.nz/courses/summer-intense.
New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) to introduce dual bills two Tempo Dance Festival 2024, with two performances on October 17 and 18 at Q’s Theater Rangatira. two Featuring two critically acclaimed works by New Zealand’s finest choreographers, Louise Potage Bryant and Ross McCormack.
on the wayCreated by Pōtiki Bryant (Kāi Tahu, Kāti Mamoe, Waitaha) and AV designer Paddy Free, it’s a fascinating exploration of Māori ritual and cultural memory. With evocative design elements by Jo Kilgour and Kasia Pol, the piece immerses the viewer in a vivid reflection on tradition and identity. The world tour from Paris to Nelson was a huge success, on the way continues to resonate deeply with audiences around the world through a seamless blend of action, sound and visual storytelling.
McCormack’s thingThe show, which premiered in 2016, takes viewers on a surreal journey through a dystopian landscape where order and chaos collide. also received international acclaim, thing Jason Wright’s haunting soundscapes and Kilgour’s dynamic lighting captivated the audience. McCormack’s work explores human obsession and purpose through multidisciplinary art. To book and find out more information, visit nzdc.org.nz/stage/works/whenua.
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