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Dazzlehands, the award-winning story of the persuasive pig who won’t take no for an answer, comes to life on stage - perfect for families seeking fun things to do these Easter school holidays. Based on the beloved book by Wellington author and illustrator Sacha Cotter and Josh Morgan, this playful production is a favourite with young audiences, from preschool mat time to bedtime stories.

Dazzlehands

Dazzlehands, the award-winning story of the persuasive pig who won’t take no for an answer, by Wellington author and illustrator Sacha Cotter and Josh Morgan, is a hot favourite with young audiences, on the mat and as a much-requested bedtime story.
Now, RNZB Principal Joshua Guillemot-Rodgerson and Education and Community Engagement Manager Lauren Byrne are thrilled to have turned Dazzlehands into a moving and grooving ballet bash for six performers plus narration, with enchanting original music by William Phillipson and laugh-out-loud character costumes by Victoria Gridley.
Don’t miss this playful farmyard romp &#8211; touring nationally this Easter and throughout the school holidays. A must-see family-friendly performance and a standout option for Easter holiday activities with kids.
The approximate running time of this performance is 45 minutes.

A curly tale for tamariki aged 2-12 years - perfect for families this Easter and school holidays.

The Sleeping Beauty

Winter Season

The winter brings a programme of three works celebrating the heritage of the Royal New Zealand Ballet and the contributions of outstanding artists from our past, present and future.

At its heart is the New Zealand premiere of Sir Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering, performed as a centenary tribute to Southland-born ballerina Rowena Jackson and as part of Ashton Worldwide 2024–8. Completing the programme are two works created for the RNZB: Sarah Foster-Sproull’s exuberant Ultra Folly, inspired by the rhythmic energy of La Folia, and Andrea Schermoly’s Stand to Reason, a powerful tribute to the women of Aotearoa and the enduring fight for equality. Together, these three works honour legacy, connection and the timeless spirit of dance.
We dedicate our 2026 Winter Season in honour of the late Matz Skoog, whom we miss greatly but whose legacy we deeply cherish.
Book more than one show from our 2026 season through our &#8216;Subscribe and Save&#8217; package, and save up to 20% on your tickets.
This performance will be approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including 1x 20 minute interval.

The winter brings a programme of three works celebrating the heritage of the Royal New Zealand Ballet and the contributions of outstanding artists from our past, present and future.

Introducing RNZB's 2026 Season

The Sleeping Beauty

29 Oct – 20 Dec 2026