DANZ MAGAZINE

Classical Ballet is one of the premier elite art forms being practised in the world today. In examining the last two decades of ballet in NZ, major factors have had an impact on the world of ballet - globalisation, the influence of contemporary dance and a broadening out of approaches to dance. Keep Reading

In this article, Raewyn Whyte looks at the last 20 years of New Zealand contemporary dance development. Keep Reading

When dance enthusiasts gathered recently to hear choreographers Michael Parmenter and Susan Jordan speak about the companies they formed in the 1980s, the National Library was there to record their presentations and the audience was treated to memorable archival film footage of their works Keep Reading

Experienced producers Felicity Letcher, Lauren Hughes and Clare Needham talk about 'What makes a good Producer?' and choreographer Malia Johnston, and former dancer Helaina Keeley, now senior programme adviser for Creative New Zealand outline the 'Role of a Producer'. Keep Reading

Lyne Pringle examines the changes and issues facing mature dancers Lisa Densem, Kilda Northcott and Jenny de Leon.The question of dancers aging is as gnarly as their feet. Keep Reading

Susan Jordan interviews Lorraine Blackley, who is a coach and facilitator working with people to assist them to make changes in their lives. Keep Reading

"I have found I need to manage a wide range of different jobs in order to make a living" - Lyne Pringle talks to Megan Adams, a freelance professional about her work, experiences and what she does in the dance industry. Keep Reading

A summary of the foci and points of difference between New Zealand's Tertiary providers. What do they offer and what can you gain from them. Keep Reading

How to get your private sector dance teaching experience recognised by the Ministry of Education in primary schools. Jenny Cossey reviews the teaching environment, recounts her experiences, and offers insight into the difficulties. Keep Reading

As of three years ago New Zealand Equity became a fully-funded autonomous part of the Alliance. Equity is the union for all local performers, including dancers. Frances Walsh examines why you should join a dance union. Keep Reading

In 2009 a survey was carried out with the aim of providing a picture of the conditions of work, rates of pay and the range of work undertaken across New Zealand dance. This article explores the findings from the survey. Keep Reading

For Leigh Brewer, dance was more than merely an art form or skill to be learnt. It was the essence of her life, in her dreams and in every waking moment. Life for Leigh was simply a continuous enchangement of choreographed steps and moves performed to whatever music surrounded her. Keep Reading

What has brought about the current craze for burlesque dance that is literally sweeping the world? Why has Mary-Jane O'Reilly, one of New Zealand's foremost pioneers of contemporary dance embraced the dance form and choreographed a seductive 50 minute show? Jenny Stevenson explains. Keep Reading

Ballroom dancing in its modern form, is explored through this feature on New Zealand ballroom dancing and the new Kiwi Classic Ballroom event, the brainchild of Candy Lane, Wendy Johnson and Kingsley Gainsford. Keep Reading

After 15 years in the making, Auckland’s Q theatre will finally open its doors in September this year. Newly appointed director Carla Theunissen says Q will be complementary to the theatres already established in the city. “Q was dreamed up because there was a real need for it,” she says Keep Reading