Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand

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

Sat 4 and Sun 5 Jul, check for times

Where | Ki hea

Soundings Theatre, Level 2

Cost | Te utu

Free with museum entry

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