The Boys’ MOVE Programme
MOVEMENT • OPPORTUNITY • VOICE • EXPRESSION
The Royal New Zealand Ballet presents The Boys’ MOVE programme — a one-day dance intensive created to inspire, connect and motivate young male dancers.
Participants will train alongside other boys, experience a professional dance environment, learn from male dancers and teachers, explore different dance styles, and discover where dance could take them.
🕺 Suitable for ages 11–18
🎟️Free of charge, places are limited
📅 Friday 11 December, 2026
📍Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, Auckland
THE DAY WILL INCLUDE:
- Guided tour of the theatre and The Sleeping Beauty production set
- Ballet class and male ballet repertoire or variation
- Contemporary dance
- Jazz and/or musical theatre
- Hip-hop and other genre-based movement
- Conversations with RNZB male dancers and other professional dance teachers
- Learn about training pathways, career journeys and life as a professional dancer
- A free ticket to the RNZB performance of The Sleeping Beauty that evening
Subject to change, full schedule will be sent directly to participants
There is no audition and no competition. Just a day to move, learn, connect and be inspired. Come and MOVE with us.
What is The Boys’ MOVE?
For many young boys, dance can be a solitary experience. They may be the only boy in their class or one of very few boys in their dance school. At the same time, there can be limited opportunities to meet male dancers, hear about professional pathways, or see themselves reflected in the world of dance.
MOVE stands for:
Movement
Dance develops strength, coordination, rhythm and confidence. It also builds discipline, teamwork, creativity and connection through the body.
Opportunity
The Boys’ MOVE opens the door to professional dance experiences, new skills and inspiring role models. It gives young dancers the opportunity to see themselves in the arts and discover pathways they may not have considered before.
Voice
Dance is a powerful form of communication. It gives young people a way to express themselves beyond words, supporting confidence, individuality and identity.
Expression
At its heart, dance is about expression. Through movement and performance, participants can explore imagination, character, culture and individuality.