Common Questions

What is Tempo Dance Festival?

Tempo Dance Festival - Te Rerenga o Tere is New Zealand’s premier dance festival, celebrating a diverse range of dance styles, including contemporary, hip-hop, ballet, and Indigenous performances. It showcases both established and emerging artists, creating a vibrant platform for dance in Aotearoa.

Why do you call the festival, Te Rerenga o Tere?

Te Rerenga o Tere is the ingoa Māori bestowed upon the festival by the New Zealand Dance Festival Trust Board in 2021. It reflects the festival’s commitment to celebrating movement, culture, and storytelling through dance, deeply connecting with Māori heritage and values.

What’s the theme for the festival this year?

This year’s theme, “Whenua Wāhi: Stories of Land & Place,” explores the relationship between people and their land, weaving together multicultural narratives through the universal language of dance.

We love your festival image, what was the inspiration?

The festival image draws inspiration from the festival’s themes, representing the dynamic spirit of dance and the deep connection between performers and their environment.