DANZ Reviews

'Emaki' is the latest dance film from Daniel Belton and Good Company Arts. Francesca Horsley reviews... "Emaki is a beautiful, meditative work that conveys a sense of peace and wonder." Keep Reading

To celebrate 40 years of Limbs Dance Company, former member Marianne Schultz published 'Limbs Dance Company: Dance for all People 1977-1989' documenting the company's history. Brian Jones reviews; "There is no doubt that Limbs had a significant place in our dance history..." Keep Reading

Dani Miller reviews Footnote's double-bill season of CONTRAST, with works from Emma Murray and Sarah Foster-Sproull. "[Emma Murray's] 'Participation', simple in nature, is a captivating work and a refreshing reminder of how impactful and absorbing simple motif variation can be." Keep Reading

Kimberley Young reviews 'Lobsters' by Wellington based arts collective Borderline Arts Ensemble. "... the audience witnessed the struggle and longing humans have for human touch, connection, perfection and love, as well as the hurt that can come from this pursuit." Keep Reading

Lauren Sanderson reviews the latest work from Momentum Productions at the Tempo Dance Festival. "CUDO certainly challenges the norms of contemporary dance - intertwined with a variety of visuals and sounds, CUDO draws you in while pushing the boundaries of the human body." Keep Reading

Lauren Sanderson reviews Sarah Foster-Sproull's latest work, ORCHIDS, which sets out to empower and inspire women of all ages. "ORCHIDS connects some of New Zealand's most intriguing artists and designers who have come together to create compelling imagery..." Keep Reading

It has been 40 years since Limbs Dance Company were established and Tempo Dance Festival honoured the company with a re-embodiment of some of their classic works. Leah Maclean reviews... Keep Reading

Louise Potiki Bryant's multidisciplinary work opened the 2017 Tempo Dance Festival. Leah Maclean reviews. "Every moment is a well-considered one; the act of repetition is powerful and compulsive..." Keep Reading

Lauren Sanderson reviews the 2017 Short + Sweet Dance Gala. "The diverse works of the evening  not only demonstrates the range of talent across New Zealand but also their passion for the arts, by coming together to give their time and creativity to celebrate the art of short storytelling through dance." Keep Reading

Lyne Pringle reviews the Royal New Zealand Ballet's 'Romeo and Juliet'. "Francesco Ventriglia’s production of Romeo and Juliet for the RNZB has spectacular design elements; with sets, lighting and costumes that superbly evoke the setting of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece –15th century Verona." Keep Reading

Ann Hunt review Crows Feet Dance Collective's 'C is for Climate Change'. "The participants’ ages range from 40 to 76 years and their enjoyment is obvious. Some have dance training, most have not. But all bring a range of talents and infectious enthusiasm to bear on the production." Keep Reading

Jennifer Shennan reviews Mudra Dance Company's 'Kartikeya', inspired by the beloved Indian deity and youngest son of Shiva. "A shimmering affair of a dozen exquisite young women in brightest silks and shining jewels, outshone only by their radiant smiles..." Keep Reading

Kimi Young reviews Java Dance Theatre's latest work 'The Creamery'. "Filled with drama and story-line twists the tension builds, sabotage is attempted, a forbidden romance is short-lived, and the performers fight for the audience vote.... who is the best cheese-maker?" Keep Reading

Lauren Sanderson reviews The New Zealand Dance Company's 'Kiss the Sky'. "From tight synchronised movements to fluid floor sequences, the inspiring works alongside the eye-catching lighting and spectacular scores grab your attention from start to finish." Keep Reading

Lauren Sanderson reviews 'Tama Toa' as part of the 2017 Pacific Dance Festival. The programme featured 'Mea Tau' by Elijah Kennar, 'S.U.B' by The New Zealand School of Dance, 'Muamua' and 'Keeping the Faith' by Joash Fahitua and 'Fa’aafa' by Pati Tyrell.  Keep Reading