DanceNZmade's Exchange Tour are events for Dance Studios from across New Zealand to come together in a celebration and exchange of dance.
Since 2009, Dean McKerras (New Zealand's own Danceman) and his ever growing team of Kiwi dance specialists, have been the force behind the initiative. Events consist of competitions (solo, duo, trio and teams) and workshops by our NZ dance specialists.
See our 2027 dates below!
2027 dancenzmade Exchange Tour Dates
Date TBC auckland Troupes celebration (kiri te kanawa Theatre, AOTEA CENTRE)
1st May Wellington troupes celebration (saint james theatre)
7th - 9th may hamilton exchange (cambridge high school)
14th - 16th may invercargill exchange (civic theatre)
21st - 23rd may Wellington exchange (venue new zealand school of dance)
28th - 30th may taupo exchange (great lake centre)
Since 2026, New Zealand School of Dance & DanceNZmade have partnered to celebrate creativity, connection and the joy of dance together. We're thrilled to connect our over 5,000 young dancers across Aotearoa with NZSD! The inspiring NZSD team can't wait to support dancers with teaching, judging, and special training opportunities. "Together, we're creating clearer pathways for young dancers. It's all about inspiring the next generation and showing them what a future in the arts can look like."
Pictured: NZSD 3rd Year Contemporary Dance students, Kataraina Poata and Nicola Anslo by Stephen A'Court Photographer
IN PARTNERSHIP, DANCENZMADE IS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY: THE NEW ZEALAND SCHOOL OF DANCE
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EVENT DETAILS
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Campbellocking / Locking
Emma Kate Putnam
Contemporary Amelia Butcher
Hip Hip Diego Ramos
Commercial Sophie Hunter
Jazz / Cirque Dean Mckerras
Lyrical Kirsten Ocampo
a full weekend event will see all Dance Specialists, smaller locations will assigned once regos are in!
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A must for Comps, a guide for workshops
8 Introductory
9-12 Elementary
13-15 Intermediate
16+ Advanced
‘You know your age’ and over Masters
** age groups will be combined for smaller events.
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$139 will get you eight great workshops!
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Wellington Teams:
Overall Studio Performance Champions
1st $1000 cash from DNZM plus $1000 SSO Fundraiser Kickstarter
2nd $DNZM500
3rd $DNZM250
Overall Teams Champions
1st $1000 cash from DNZM plus $1000 SSO Fundraiser Kickstarter
2nd $DNZM500
3rd $DNZM250
Taupo
Overall Teams
1st $500 cash from DNZM plus $1000 SSO Fundraiser Kickstarter
2nd $DNZM500
3rd $DNZM250
Invercargill
1st $DNZM250 plus $1000 SSO Fundraiser Kickstarter
Golden Tickets
Return scholarships
Dance fee scholarships
PACANZ Team Nominations
Entry Details
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Entry Limit: 6
Genres: Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Classical & Lyrical
Time Limits: None
Monies per entry: $18 per entry
Age: Within age group
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Entry limit: N/A
Genres: All
Time limits: N/A
Monies per entry: $25
Age: Within age group
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Entry limit: N/A
Genres: All
Time limits: N/A
Monies per entry: $40
Important Info
There is a $15 non-refundable administration portion included in workshop registration fees
You can workshop with any age group, up or down, but you must compete in your actual age group
Refunds - kind and caring wherever possible
Timetables are subject to change according to demand
Age groups may be separated or blended according to demand
Competition spots are filled with those doing workshops first
You should be prepared to display keep sake certificates and trophies
Workshops are closed to audience but you’ll see all at our free demo and presentation at the end of the weekend
We’ll have professional camera crews at all events, recording our awesomeness so we can promote and share it with our dancenzmade fans. By registering you agree to allow us to use your gorgeousness in our shots, claiming you as a dancenzmade lover! If you would like to have an image removed please contact us