Unitec Dance Showcase 2026

Unitec Dance presents

SHOWCASE 2026

featuring three fresh contemporary works by NZ’s next wave of talent

Āhea | When

Kei hea | Where

Utu | Cost

Roanga | Duration

Experience

Themes

Reo | Language

Kaupapa | About

Unitec Dance returns to Te Pou Theatre with SHOWCASE 2026, three compelling contemporary dance works created by professional choreographers and performed by students from Years 1, 2, and 3.

The evening brings together resonant choreography, dynamic physicality, and the unique voices of emerging artists from across the programme. It’s also a celebration of our 2026 graduating students, brought to life through expressive movement, music, costume, and lighting.

This is a standout event on the dance calendar and an exciting chance to experience the next wave of Aotearoa talent.

Ngā Tangata | Cast & Creatives

Bianca Hyslop

Kaititi Nekehanga | Choreographer

Katie Burton

Show Director

Paddy Free

Composer

Tasmin Russell

Rehearsal Director

Jo Kilgour

Lighting Designer

Tīkiti | Tickets

All tickets to this event are General Admission and are currently available online.

Please note: seating is a mixture of cabaret tables and row seats. This is on a first in first served basis.

$25 Pakeke (Standard Adult Ticket)
$15 Kaumātua (*Gold card) & Tamariki

$10 Tauira + Rangatahi

$19 Rōpū (6+)

*Proof of claim is required, please have your ID card ready to present when attending the event.

For Tīkiti Tūru Wīra, select ‘Wheelchair Access’ section when booking online, then select a ticket price from the list presented.

If you need assistance with your booking please contact us at booking@tepoutheatre.nz or via phone on (09) 213 0496 during the hours of 9am – 1pm.

NB: Transfers for tickets will not be permitted

Taenga | Arrival

Our whare is located at Corban estate Arts Centre, 2 Mt Lebanon lane, Henderson, Waitakere.

When you arrive at Corban Estate, follow the signs that lead to our whare.

Ways to get here:

Cycle

There is a scenic cycle way that leads to Corban Estate Arts Centre. Lock your bike up in the bike stand available on site.

Bus & train

Bus and train links arrive at Henderson Transport Centre, which is within walking distance to our whare. Check the public transport route in your area to plan your trip.

Parking

Follow parking directions as you enter into Corban Estate Arts Centre.

When you arrive:

The Te Kōpua foyer, bar, kauta and pae tīkiti will be open 1 hour before show time.
Our Bar serves a full range of beverages (non alcoholic and alcoholic) and snacks.

Our Kauta will be open for tasty bites before the show including steamed hāngī buns from The Hāngī Master, a vegetarian platter and a selection from ‘I Love Pies’.

🎟️ Our Pae Tīkiti (Box Office) will be open for ticket sales and pick ups.

Note: We no longer accept cash payments but welcome all major cards and paywave.

Whakatapoko | Accessibility

Wheelchair and walker accessibility

Our whare is accessible to wheelchairs and walkers.

To ensure you have the best visiting experience, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz about your access needs so we can anticipate your visit.

Please note, your walker will need to be stored away during the performance so that it’s not a trip hazard to other patrons. An usher will return your walker to you whenever you need it.

Service animals

Service animals are welcome at our whare. If you’re bringing a service animal to an event, contact us at ticketing@tepoutheatre.nz before your visit so we can anticipate your arrival.