An immersive celebration of dance, theatre, and spectacle—where dazzling characters, bold costumes, and playful chaos collide in a vibrant, surreal world brimming with energy, surprise, and pure entertainment.
Beyond The Velvet, is a daring, glamorous celebration of dance, theatre, and spectacle. Performed by The Conservatory's 2025 cohort, the production brings together some of Aotearoa’s most exciting choreographers to create an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
Blurring the lines between musical theatre, burlesque, commercial dance, contemporary, jazz and tap Beyond The Velvet unfolds like a living carnival, colorful, unpredictable, and alive with energy. From the moment audiences enter the space, the show is already in motion: performers spill into the theatre, as though they have stepped straight from the final bow of a glittering stage revue.
What follows is not a single story, but a kaleidoscope of theatrical worlds. Dancers slip between characters and heightened personas, shifting from moments of glamour and grandeur to chaos, and tenderness. Every scene offers a new surprise, whether it’s a striking ensemble, an intimate duet, or a surreal tableau that feels like a dream brought to life.
Beyond The Velvet is more than just a showcase of technique; it is an invitation into the thrill of live performance itself. With dazzling costumes and bold staging, the work embraces the theatricality of the stage while also lifting the curtain to reveal its many layers.
This is not a show of limitations, it is a playground of artistry where the spectacular collides with the unexpected. At its heart, Beyond Velvet is about wonder, and the joy of performance, delivered by a generation of dancers ready to take the stage by storm.
Curated by The Conservatory
Creative Team Directed by Kayla Paige, Benny Harper North andJade Harper North Choreography by Holly Finch Brandon Carter Chan Brandon Carter Chan Chevy Mikaere Joseph Asi Jane Strickland Liz Harvey
Audience Warning Contains strobe lighting, haze effects, strong lighting, adult themes, and partial nudity. Viewer discretion is advised due to mature content.
📽️ The performance on 5 November will be filmed
To book a wheelchair space, or if you have any additional access needs, please contact our Box Office on (09) 309 9771 or email boxoffice@qtheatre.co.nz
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