The Ballet Zoo with The Royal New Zealand Ballet

Step into the magical world of The Ballet Zoo – a delightful new ballet experience for children these school holidays!

When | Āhea

Fri 4 and Sat 5 Jul, check for times

Where | Ki hea

Soundings Theatre, Level 2

Cost | Te utu

Follow our lively zookeeper on a journey through the zoo in search of a missing kiwi, meeting a menagerie of fun ballet animals along the way.

Featuring bite-sized excerpts from much-loved ballets including The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Le Papillon (The Butterfly), and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this interactive 30-minute performance is a perfect introduction to ballet for young audiences.

Friday 4th July

10.30–11.00am
12.00–12.30pm
2.30–3.00pm – Relaxed performance with New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) interpretation.

Performances - 5th July

10.30–11.00am
12.00–12.30pm
2.30–3.00pm

No booking is required, but seating is limited, so arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Photo by Blimey Charlie

The backs of several children sitting on the ground with their arms in the air in a ballet pose. There is someone on the stage in the background showing them what to do.

Dance Workshops: The Ballet Zoo with The Royal New Zealand Ballet

These Royal New Zealand Ballet Dance Workshops are a unique opportunity for children to learn ballet from RNZB Dance Educators.

Fri 4 and Sat 5 Jul, check for times

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