Starring Jacob Chown of the Royal NZ Ballet as "Tchaikovsky".
Intimate letters reveal the story of Tchaikovsky's greatest ballets, as told in the composer's own words. Scenes of Aurora's Wedding, The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and the Marinsky Pas de Deux.
An original ballet production with magical music, enchanting images, cinematic effects, narration and all the glamour of the Russian ballet tradition.
Tutus! Glamour! The magic of Russian Ballet. A Festive Treat!
Presented by Director Louise Hawke & the Ballet Arts Company & young stars of NZ Ballet.
Empire Dance Company is proud to bring Elevate 2018.
A dance show like never before, showcasing local talent in a fun, vibrant, upbeat extravaganza! With all dance genres including ballet, hip hop and tap there will be something for everyone at this year's show. There may even be a visit from Santa during our Christmas spectacular!
Book your seats today for the family event of the year and Elevate your holiday season with the Empire Dance Company 2018 Elevate recital.
Watch the dancers of your national ballet company performing a specially curated programme of works, including classical and contemporary favourites.
Ballet's most beloved stories come to life with the Sugar Plum Fairy's famous pas de deux from The Nutcracker, and a stylish, contemporary excerpt from Swan Lake called 'Meet the Swan'.
See a selection of works by legendary choreographers, treasured by dance companies the world over, and a whimsical new work by RNZB Choreographer in Residence, Loughlan Prior.
A show not to be missed.
Artistic Director - Patricia Barker
Please note: programme is subject to change.
Wakatu Dance Theatre is delighted to present 'For the Love of Dance' directed by Peta Spooner.
This colourful fast paced performance showcases a wide variety of dance styles and music.
Over 100 dances ranging from pre-schoolers to senior students performs classical ballet, modern jazz and contemporary dance styles in a superbly choreographed and brightly costumed extravaganza. We are also delighted to showcase our young choreographers in this years showcase performance.
On her 16th birthday, a curse by the evil Carabosse causes the beautiful Princess Aurora to fall into a deep sleep for 100 years. Only the kiss of a prince could awaken her.
Set to the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky, join the dancers as they take us on a dream-like journey through this classic fairy tale, complete with fairies, a magical kingdom and the opulent splendour and costumes we love from Gillian Francis, Nelson Academy of Dance.
The performance will present dance students as the featured performers in this authentic full-length ballet and this year Gillian introduces international dancer, Jordan Nelson.
Jordan began his professional career with the Suzanne Farrell Ballet in 2012.  Since then he has danced with Columbia City Ballet, Madison Ballet, Elements Contemporary Ballet, and has returned to Ballet Chicago as a guest artist. His career highlights to date are performing Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux at The Harris Theatre in Chicago, dancing Stars and Stripes and Allegro Brillante with stars of NYCB and performing in The Opera House at the Kennedy Center. This was his second season with Festival Ballet Providenc and Jordan is thrilled to have the opportunity travel in Nelson NZ to work with Gillian and her dancers!
This ballet casts a spell of delight all the way to true love's kiss! A joy for the whole family and not to be missed!
Talented performers from throughout the region perform Classical Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Jazz numbers.
Following a successful year with performances throughout NZ, the dancers are excited to showcase their talents and what they have achieved this year, from beginners through to senior dancers looking ahead to further their dancing overseas
The Night before Christmas... follow a little girl's journey through the excitement and magic of Christmas Eve, an adventure in Toyland and her journey to the North Pole to visit Santa and his Elves.
This show promises all the excitement and magic of Christmas and is suitable for all ages. Told through the medium of ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, cheerleading, hip hop and Irish dance, singing and drama performed by the students of the ASTAR Academy of the Arts.
Rebecca Bignall Boutique Dance Company will perform Excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty - a Tchaikovsky Ballet first performed in 1890. Sleeping Beauty is a classic fairy tale which involves a beautiful princess (Aurora), a sleeping enchantment, and a handsome prince. A world of romance, wonder and imperial grandeur. Gleaming with colour and fairies and story-book charm, this showcase the talents of the entire Boutique Company and brings this fairy tale to life on stage.
The Company will also showcase their award winning Contemporary/Jazz pieces.
Ballet Director Louise Hawke presents The Ballet Arts Company & Sir Jon Trimmer in "Alice" - A Ballet Wonderland Dream for All with Sir Jon Trimmer as Lewis Carroll, Laeticia Austin as Alice, Andre the Illusionist and Adriana Harper (Royal NZ Ballet).
An imaginative new ballet, a favorite childhood dream. A curious ballet experience for all your family to enjoy!
Sold Out Performances in 2015 and 2016. Three shows only!
If you enjoyed "Tchaikovsky" and "Aurora's Wedding" you'll love"Alice".
Art Image by Shu.
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Following 2017 sell-out performances of Swan Lake, Moscow Ballet la Classique returns to New Zealand to present the jewel of classical ballet, Tchaikovsky's spectacular masterpiece The Nutcracker
La Classique was founded in 1990 by its current director Elik Melikov. La Classique with its artistic ballet mastery, lavish costumes and magnificent stage sets will take us on a journey back in time to the frost-covered, gas lit world of Clara, her beloved Nutcracker doll and the magician Drosselmeyer.
This romantic tale with its blend of magic and realism brings to life the popular Tchaikovsky score featuring the famous "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and "The Waltz of the Flowers."
The greatest success of Russian theatre is undoubtedly Classical ballet.
With this delightful production of the much loved Nutcracker, la Classique captures the imagination, the passion, the humour and magic of the
"is the dream for real . . . or is it just a fairytale"
From the critics
As sweet as a nut, it doesn't get much better than this - Jersey Evening Post
Gloriously traditional production that captures all of the fairytale enchantment and beauty one could wish for - Manawatu Standard
you do not have to be a ballerina to love this lavish performance and lush music which magically brings to life one of our most loved tales - Bop Times
The Moscow Ballet la Classique's 'The Nutcracker' with its stunning sets, costumes and dancers was truly magical to watch - Waikato Times
