60 Years of the Royal New Zealand Ballet
Pioneering Days
A treasure trove of characters and memories from the early years of the ballet company.
Ballet History in Film
Two short films from the National Film Unit date from the 1960s.
Swan Lake
The centerpiece of the birthday celebrations.
‘Big Birthday’ Wishes
Artistic director Ethan Stiefel and managing director Amanda Skoog are granted three birthday wishes.
Walk-In Wardrobe
Tulle, lycra, sparkles, feathers, sequins, crystals – what would the ballet be without costumes?
Trip Down Memory Lane
Performers past and present share their memories of the ballet.
More about ballet on Radio New Zealand
Interviews and features about ballet.
Photo Gallery
Historical and recent images of ballet in New Zealand.
Clarissa Dunn and Hannah Sassman go behind the scenes at the Royal New Zealand Ballet, in celebration of their 60th birthday.
Clarissa Dunn – Presenter/Producer
Hannah Sassman – Presenter/Producer
Jeremy Brick – Videographer
Photo Gallery
Historical and recent images of ballet in New Zealand
External Links
- Royal New Zealand Ballet
- Sound Archives
- Victoria University Press
- New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
- NZ On Screen
- Alexander Turnbull Library
- Photographer Ross Brown