Black Grace

Experience the electrifying energy of Black Grace, New Zealand’s internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company, in a thrilling evening of movement and storytelling. Featuring the company’s signature works Handgame and Kiona and the Little Bird Suite, alongside Paul Taylor’s beloved Esplanade, this unforgettable program bursts with athleticism, rhythm, and heart. Founded by visionary choreographer Neil Ieremia, Black Grace draws on Samoan and New Zealand heritage to fuse South Pacific storytelling traditions with bold contemporary expression—creating dance that is powerful, soulful, and thrilling to experience live.