New Zealand’s preeminent contemporary dance company BLACK GRACE celebrates a significant milestone in 2025 by turning 30!
Founded by choreographer, creative entrepreneur and inspirational leader Neil Ieremia (ONZM) three decades ago with the motivation to provide a different perspective and fresh voice in the dance scene, Black Grace was born. Drawing from his Samoan and New Zealand roots to create innovative dance works Ieremia has changed the face of contemporary dance in New Zealand and turned Black Grace into one of the most recognisable and iconic cultural brands.
30 years on, after countless domestic and international tours, international festival appearances, a New York residency and numerous accolades and awards, Black Grace kick off their 30th year with ‘THIS IS NOT A RETROSPECTIVE’, the ultimate interactive dance party at the Auckland Town Hall, Saturday March 22 – and YOU’RE invited.
With the help of some of Black Grace’s most awesome friends including the Black Grace Dancers, DJ Manual Bundy, Buckwheat aka Edward Cowley, NZ Trio, sound designer Faiumu Matthew Salapu aka Anonymouz, lighting designer JAX Messenger, and more to be announced, This Is Not a Retrospective promises to be an unmissable celebration where artists and audience come together in one epic dance party.
Put on your best party outfit and your dancing shoes as mark our words this will be a night to remember.
But the fun doesn’t stop there, Black Grace has a number of special events planned throughout their birthday year. To be in the know join them at blackgrace.co.nz
Black Grace
This Is Not A Retrospective
Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall
Saturday, March 22 2025
7.30pm
Main event 1hr 10min approx., party will continue after main event until late
Tickets $79* – $99*
*booking fees apply
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