The Royal New Zealand Ballet will hit Napier in June to remember World War 1 with four dance works.
Following the world premiere in Wellington next month, the company will tour to six venues around New Zealand.
"This dynamic mixed bill includes: a twentieth-century masterpiece by legendary Czech choreographer Ji Kylin; two world premieres created for the company by NZ choreographers Andrew Simmons and Neil Ieremia (Black Grace); and the NZ premiere of a work by Johan Kobborg," RNZB Artistic Director Francesco Ventriglia said.
"This powerful programme themed around war, loss and hope is our tribute to those men and women who sacrificed so much, many of whom were the same ages as our young dancers."
The New Zealand Army Band will perform live, including a new commission by acclaimed NZ composer Gareth Farr, for three of the four dance works.
The NZAB's musicians will be touring with the RNZB dancers throughout the month long tour.
"We are thrilled to be working with the New Zealand Army Band and to be bringing live music to every venue. "Watching the four works taking shape is very exciting, and profoundly moving.
"I really believe this programme will resonate with all New Zealanders." Amanda Skoog, RNZB's managing director said.
The production will be staged at Napier Napier Municipal Theatre on Wednesday, June 24 at 7.30pm and Thursday, June 25, at 6.30pm.