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Storm grounds the Royal New Zealand Ballet Swans

Friday, 21 June 2013, 1:28 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The severe storm in Wellington has grounded five Royal New Zealand Ballet swans who were scheduled to fly to Auckland this afternoon to showcase excerpts from Swan Lake in the performing arts taster event ‘Pick and Mix’ at The Edge. More >>

Royal NZ Ballet’s Swan Lake inspired international star

Wednesday, 19 June 2013, 4:00 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to have five internationally acclaimed stars of the ballet world join the company for the much-anticipated Vodafone Season of Swan Lake. More >>

RNZB dancers China reunion

Monday, 15 April 2013, 5:29 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

Respected Royal New Zealand Ballet dancer Qi Huan will enjoy a long awaited family reunion when the company arrives in Beijing tomorrow ahead of the opening night performance of Giselle . More >>

The RNZB’s acclaimed Giselle to premiere in China

Tuesday, 2 April 2013, 4:32 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

One week from today the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s acclaimed production of Giselle has its international premiere in Suzhou. After opening night on 9 April the company then tours Giselle across China for three weeks, visiting Shanghai, Beijing, Tianjin ... More >>

Royal New Zealand Ballet counts down to Made to Move

Thursday, 21 February 2013, 11:24 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

It is only one week until the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s 2013 season opens at the St James Theatre in Wellington on 27 February with Made to Move - three world premieres in one night. More >>

Award winning choreographer returns

Tuesday, 12 February 2013, 4:21 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

Award winning Venezuelan director and choreographer Javier De Frutos is in Wellington working with the Royal New Zealand Ballet to create a brand new work. More >>

Royal New Zealand Ballet is Made to Move

Friday, 1 February 2013, 12:37 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet begins 2013 with Made to Move - Three world premieres in one night. Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel debuts his first original work for the RNZB and is joined by two internationally acclaimed choreographers: Venezuelan ... More >>

Home Coming For Talented Choreographer

Friday, 1 February 2013, 12:33 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

In his first professional role, Christchurch-born dancer Andrew Simmons performed as a Lost Boy in Peter Pan with the Royal New Zealand Ballet. Now, as an internationally acclaimed choreographer, he has flown from Dresden to create a new piece of work ... More >>

New Year brings new faces to RNZ Ballet

Wednesday, 16 January 2013, 3:02 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet has today announced the appointment of Martin Vedel who will join the RNZB artistic team as Ballet Master. More >>

RNZB celebrates 60 years with 2013’s stunning line-up

Friday, 5 October 2012, 9:22 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

Award-winning international and local choreographers, an icon of New Zealand dance, a collaboration with Te Radar, a tour of heartland NZ, and a five city tour to China make up the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s 2013 programme: a year-long celebration ... More >>

The Royal New Zealand Ballet announces new music director

Monday, 17 September 2012, 11:23 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to announce that following an extensive search process, respected ballet conductor Nigel Gaynor has been appointed to the position of Music Director for the Royal New Zealand Ballet. More >>

RNZB’s New Trustees Announced Just In Time For Cinderella

Wednesday, 1 August 2012, 2:27 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s New Trustees Announced Just In Time For The Opening Of Cinderella The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to announce the appointment of two new trustees to the company’s Board. Christchurch based Ros Burdon and Wellington ... More >>

Much-loved fairytale returns with even more sparkle

Friday, 8 June 2012, 11:02 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s much-loved production of Cinderella is back! Renowned British choreographer Christopher Hampson’s ravishing interpretation of the timeless rags-to-riches romance is everything you could wish for and more. The TOWER Season ... More >>

Royal New Zealand Ballet Announces 2012 Seasons

Friday, 30 September 2011, 10:48 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet will present four mesmerising seasons of dance for New Zealand audiences next year – and there’s something for everyone. More >>

RNZB announces million dollar partnership with TelstraClear

Wednesday, 28 September 2011, 10:40 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

TelstraClear has signed on to become Royal New Zealand Ballet’s new National Sponsor. The three and a half year partnership, valued at over one million dollars, will start on 1 July 2012. TelstraClear CEO, Allan Freeth says both RNZB and TelstraClear deliver ... More >>

Ethan Stiefel Appointed RNZB Artistic Director

Sunday, 31 October 2010, 10:11 am | Royal New Zealand Ballet

One of the world's most acclaimed dancers has been appointed Artistic Director of the Royal New Zealand Ballet. Ethan Stiefel - currently a Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre (ABT) - will take up the position next year. More >>

Nutcracker Is A Poignant Production

Monday, 11 October 2010, 2:37 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

THE Royal New Zealand Ballet’s The Nutcracker will be a poignant production for Artistic Director Gary Harris as it will be his last at the helm of the company. More >>

Dancers Lives Revealed In New Television Series

Monday, 23 August 2010, 1:08 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

EVER wondered what it is like behind the scenes at the Royal New Zealand Ballet? You can finally find out. More >>

RNZB to wow Australian audiences

Tuesday, 13 July 2010, 2:24 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet is taking its acclaimed production of Romeo & Juliet to Australia next month. More >>

Behind the Curtain: A Day in the Life of the RNZB

Thursday, 8 July 2010, 4:29 pm | Royal New Zealand Ballet

WHAT do to the dancers of the Royal New Zealand Ballet do to prepare for a new production? How old are the dancers? How many hours do they dance each day? The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s A Day in the Life event is a chance to find out the answers to everything ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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