A new home for Footnote

Footnote New Zealand Dance is thrilled to announce its exciting relocation to 80 Cuba Street, a move made possible by the generous support of a group of dedicated donors, including Dame Fran Walsh and Sir Peter Jackson. This move marks a significant milestone for the company, returning to the heart of Wellington's art scene after moving out of Tarrant Dance Studios four years ago. The company is leasing a site with an incredible lineage of tenants, including Barneys, The Big Kumara, BATS out-of-site and most recently, Full Swing.

The new home will serve as a vibrant hub for the contemporary dance community and as a catalyst for Footnote's growth. With a commitment to providing a welcoming and inspiring space for artists to create, collaborate, and thrive, the company plans to offer various opportunities, including studio rentals, workshops, and residencies.

"We are incredibly grateful to all of our generous donors for their support in making this move possible. This new space will allow us to keep creating trailblazing shows, reach a wider audience, and further contribute to Wellington's thriving arts scene." Zoë Nicholson, General Manager of Footnote New Zealand Dance

This news is also a significant win for Pōneke, with a national dance organisation bolstering the city's Creative Capital title. Gisella Carr, Head of Creative Capital at Wellington City Council says :

“Footnote New Zealand Dance has been the anchor of Wellington’s professional contemporary dance sector for 40 years. Its alumnae are a roll call of New Zealand’s outstanding choreographers, dancers and dance entrepreneurs. Footnote’s work has enriched the lives of hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders. Wellington City Council is delighted to support this new home back in Cuba St where it all began. The beautiful, intricate artform of dance flourishes in Pōneke because of those who support it, and we congratulate all those who have made this possible.”

Footnote NZ Dance invites the community to celebrate this exciting new chapter.

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events, workshops, and opportunities to experience the
magic of contemporary dance at 80 Cuba Street.