"Last year, audiences around New Zealand fell in love with our zany production of Hansel and Gretel," said RNZB artistic director Patricia Barker. "Being faced with so much uncertainty as we are glued to our televisions for any good news, we at the RNZB thought we could all use a little extra sweetness and pick-me-up.
"We are so pleased to be able to share this special ballet, 100 per cent made in New Zealand, with audiences again. Stay tuned for further announcements.
"We have an amazingly loyal following on Facebook, and they are already used to tuning in to live-streamed events such as our annual participation in World Ballet Day," says executive director Lester McGrath.
"However, you don't need to have a Facebook account in order to enjoy these broadcasts. We encourage anyone and everyone with internet access to make the most of this great opportunity to connect with their national ballet company."
Alongside full productions, RNZB Education is putting together a wealth of digital resources for people of all ages staying at home.
The company's NCEA resources are available online, while the Ballet Masters and Dance Educators are developing online classes for the young and young at heart, online workshops for primary and secondary schools and balletic exercises for seniors, including dance moves and exercises which can be done sitting down. Keep an eye on rnzb.org.nz and social media for news and links.
Full details, including broadcast times and links, can be found at rnzb.org.nz/live.