Curriculum and co-curriculum dance celebrated at Night of Dance

NIGHT OF DANCE ON THE SILVER SCREEN

A celebration of dance showcasing our incredible curriculum and co-curricular programmes here at Diocesan.

On the nights of 11 and 12 August, the Diocesan Arts Centre came alive for two evenings full of creativity, passion and skill. Night of Dance 2022 involved over 320 Diocesan dancers ranging from Years 7 to 13, who graced the stage for two hours.

The theme this year, On the Silver Screen, meant that the dances took inspiration from the movies. This was by way of soundtracks, costumes and even ideas portrayed within certain films. With everything from Star Wars to Chicago, there was something for everyone!

In what has been a difficult and disruptive few years, particularly for live performance, we continued to be inspired by our ākonga and their passion and commitment to dance. Through this art form they continued to utilise skills such as creativity, innovation, leadership, collaboration and communication.

We are incredibly proud of our students who have navigated our changing world through these difficult times. This evening was a true showcase of dance and all that it can be – a celebration of culture, an opportunity to tell stories and communicate ideas, and a way to express emotion through skill and passion. Thank you to all involved who helped this evening to be such a successful calendar event!

Imagination is the source of all human achievement.

Sir Ken Robinson

Mandipa Mhuka in Afio Ane Loa, performed by the Pacific dance group and choreographed by Aniva Clarke

Yellow Brick Road, Year 13 curriculum dance, choreographed by Mrs Visvanathan

Kapa Haka led by Whaea Kali Haenga

This Will Be, Year 12 curriculum dance choreographed by Mrs Visvanathan

Scholarship dance choreographed by Mia Reid