Black Grace – This Is Not A Retrospective

What better way to close out the Auckland Arts Festival than with the preeminent dance company from Aotearoa! In 2025, Black Grace hits 30 years and they’re taking over the Auckland Town Hall to celebrate.

Founding Artistic Director Neil Ieremia brings together some of our country’s best artists for a performance to remember – the legendary Che Fu, Samoan hip hop artist Tha Feelstyle, drag phenomenon Buckwheat, and the NZ Trio, together with Auckland’s Godfather of soul and hip hop, DJ Manuel Bundy.

Towering LED Screens will frame the stage of the Great Hall, a catwalk brings the action closer to you, coupled with an immersive sound design by music maestro Anonymouz. All of these elements alongside the incredible Black Grace dancers makes this a performance you won’t want to miss.

For one epic night only, sit and watch from above or put on your best party outfit and join the action at stage level – whichever you choose we guarantee you’ll want to stick around for the after party…