Find out what happened in New Zealand dance news!
At the beginning of 2025, New Zealand Dance School (NZSD) I am proud to see alumni participation in the following occupations-Hilary An-Roddie, Olivia Platt, Angus O’Connell and Joshu Douglas all participated in the Royal New Zealand Ballet; Miguel Herrera (Miguel Herrera) joined Singapore. Ballet; Aleeya McFadyen-Rew joined Australia Dancenorth; Anya Down, Caterina Moreno and Eden Kew joined the New Zealand Dance Company; Mali Comleki joined Sydney Dance Company.
NZSD alumni Loughlan Prior is creating new works for Western Australian Ballet.
In addition, this year, NZSD looks forward to celebrating its 58TH Anniversary.
Australian Danxenosus Mark 40TH On the anniversary, through strengthening the dance ecosystem of Australia and New Zealand in the future: the annual borrowing plan of the year, the annual borrowing plan for emerging dance artists, and through its tropical regions in the tropical regions, continue Independent employees open the door.
Kyle Page, director and co -chief executive officer, said the opportunity of emerging and independent dance artists has increased the path to the future custodian of Australian dance. He said: “When we celebrate a milestone’s birthday, we are very aware that Dankeson’s legacy far exceeds any time or individuals.” “The company has been in our current team for a long time. After each of us play a role, it will continue to develop. Provide individuals with valuable time, space and creative communication gifts-the basic elements of innovation. State departments.
In 2025, DANCENONORTH’s art plan will provide five independent artists with the usual environmental breathing, so that reflection, research, development and new experience draws creative inspiration from it. Provide artists with scholarships, connectivity and basic technical support with the company, and residents lasted for two to three weeks. For emerging dance artists, borrowing plans is an immersive opportunity, including skill training, creative seminars, and interrogation of DANCENORTH tracks.
Amber Haines, deputy artistic director of DANCENONORTH, said that the demand for borrowing plans has increased rapidly in recent years, attracting nearly 150 applicants in 2024. The studio-provides free gifts to the independent dance community, “said Hanes.” The enrichment and energy exchanges of our partners flow to the two methods. We are very excited to open the door for many young and emerging dance artists this year. Essence “
exist Royal New Zealand ballet (RNZB) In the headquarters of the capital Wellington, this year began at the excitement of artistic director Ty King-Wall, which was his first annual plan. Cooperation is the key to his vision and the arrival of the Scottish Ballet in March. This is the first time in 50 years-dancers, choreographers and fans are very excited. For three performances, the two companies will perform each other. The Scottish Ballet will show its company and its two unique works. Incorrect (2019) 50 of Sophie Laplane entrusted 50TH Anniversary. This is a creative tour, Mozart’s music, and eulogies to the creators and their hands, pay tribute to the artistic horizons that are usually involved in hard physical grafting. SChachmatt (inspector!), Cayetano Soto, an internationally praised choreographer, caused the audience’s footsteps at the premiere of 2017. This weird, vibrant 20 -minute ballet is inspired by Joan Rivers, Pedro Almodovar’s films and Bob Fosse (Pedro Almodovar) and Bob Fosse. Movies. And seeing the dancers accurately show the precise and witty wisdom of the shaver.
RNZB’s contribution includes RNZB alumni Annaliese MacDonald’s greyThe work of four dancers created for Schubert. grey It was originally created for the digital season of RNZB ballet in 2022. It has now re -worked to perform on -site performances. The plan also includes the rejuvenation of Shaun James Kelly EdgesWas originally to commemorate the 70 of RNZBTH The birthday of 2023, and was inspired by the milestone of Russell Kerr and Poul Gnatt Vibraous changes (1960). Kelly celebrated his ten -year performance and choreography with RNZB in 2024. He was born in Scotland and is honored to share with his compatriots for the first time.
After the performance of Wellington, the Scottish Ballet will perform north to the Auckland Art Festival to perform A street car called desire. March also believes that the dancer from RNZB is part of Tutus On Tour, a dancer is part of the tour. The dancer cannot live in a star of dance enthusiasts in big cities to experience the star of Close National Ballet Company. This trip includes two amazing Pas de deux: elegant and delicate ClassicAnd a charming wedding from Act 3 PopuliaEssence Each performance will also include Annaliese MacDonald’s grey and AloneThis is a neo -classical work of Australian choreographer Stephen Baynes. Music created by Tchaikovsky was created for the Hong Kong Ballet in 2006 and is now in New Zealand.
“Tutus On Tour represents the continuous commitment of the Royal New Zealand Ballet. As we did in the history of 72 years, the Ballet was brought to the New Zealand people,” King Vols said. “As a company, this is an excellent opportunity to establish contact with our regional audiences and experience this country’s awesome landscape.” Learn more information on rnzb.org.nz..
World Dance Troupe Championship (WDCC) It was held from April 13th to 19th. It is a new large international event and owned by Aotearoa. In WDCC, the best dance groups from all over the world will participate in the competition, including artists from Asia, North America, South America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. New Zealand’s top CO and royal family will participate in the competition. For more details, visit the WorldDancecrewChampionship.com.
In addition, the university dance group championship will be held on April 18, which will give New Zealand students the opportunity to win credits of NCEA 1, 2, and 3, and at the same time compete on the world -class stage and receive feedback from top international judges. For more information, visit www.collegedancecrewChampionship.com.
Foot Note New Zealand Dance It is premiered its new Gauli dance work, Modern godIn February this year, it will perform nationwide in Aotearoa. The field of crossing contemporary dance and physical theaters, Modern god Jeremy Beck explores the complex global Internet cultural network and the complexity of the continuous development of the online world. This is a unique opportunity that can analyze our interaction with the Internet, from its absurdity and speed to utility and potential danger. Join six social media influences, try stunt performances, record damage, produce the cause, consumption content, sell advertisements, life is destroyed, and heroes are formed. Foot note will appear Modern god In Wellington (February 13th to 15th), Auckland (February 20th to 22nd), Hamilton (from February 28th to March 1), Christchurch (March 7th to 8th) and Omuru (March 14th to 15th). For tickets, visit www.footNote.org.nz/events/modern-GOD-NATIONAL-TOUR.
Written by Laura Di Orio of Dance Informa.
