Revelry (noun): a situation in which people are drinking, dancing, singing, etc. at a party or in public, especially in a noisy wayboisterous festivity
unrestrained merrymaking
Footnote New Zealand Dance are celebrating 40 years of daring, world-class, trailblazing contemporary dance.
40 years of connecting communities, pushing the boundaries, and uplifting Aotearoa’s artists. In 40 years, Footnote New Zealand Dance has created 100 works, and employed 100 company dancers. That’s a lot to celebrate, and we want to celebrate it with you.
Come join us for a night of boisterous festivity and unrestrained merrymaking.
WHEN: Saturday 18th October 2025, 7pm - late
WHERE: New Zealand Portrait Gallery
What’s an arts event without a bit of fundraising? Curated just for Revellers, our Silent Auction is packed full of goodies - see below!
Entertainment for the evening provided by the fabulous Chocolate Box (Vanessa Stacey & Lisa Tomlin)
Bubbles and canapés on arrival. Cash bar serving tipples and treats all evening.
As part of our Revelry 40th Birthday celebrations, we have curated a fundraiser auction filled with some of the best Wellington has to offer. Whether you’re a foodie, fashionista, or music lover, there’s something to tempt everyone.
Items include a personalised styling session with Kowtow, hotel stays, ticket packages, and rare signed art pieces by Wellington icons.