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NZ RAD Solo Seal Exam

Friday 4 September 2026

3:00pm – 5:00pm

Events Performance NZ RAD Solo Seal Exam

Event Date:

Friday 4 September 2026

Event Time:

3:00pm – 5:00pm

Country:

Fee:

$35 members / $45 non members

Contact:

office@rad.org.nz

New Zealand Royal Academy of Dance Solo Seal Exam

Join us for a delightful afternoon as students in New Zealand take on the Solo Seal examination on Friday 4 September 2026

This is a unique opportunity to attend the Solo Seal, the RAD’s highest level of examination open to students who achieve Distinction on their RAD Advanced 2.

The Solo Seal takes place in front of a live audience and a panel of judges. Candidates perform three contrasting solo variations and a finale, which have been chosen to meet the technical and movement demands of today’s top choreographers and directors. The Solo Seal is an opportunity for pre-professional dancers to achieve at a very high technical level. 

Come and see young dancers as they harness their nerves and polish their technique to perform at their very best. 

Venue

Te Whaea – National Dance and Drama Centre, 11 Hutchison Street, Newtown, Wellington

Ticket Prices

Membership TypePrice
Current RAD Member*$35
Non Member$45
RNZB Staff/Dancers$30
NZSD Students$30
  • Membership numbers are strictly non-transferable and may only be used by the registered member. Membership must be current and valid at the time of the event

Seating is not allocated

Further information

Payment

An invoice will be generated and sent to you within 1–2 business days. Please wait to receive your invoice before making payment.

Bank Account: Royal Academy of Dance 01 0517 0198208 00

Please note that payments made by credit or debit card will incur a 2.5% surcharge, which will be added at checkout.

How to book tickets

Click on the buy tickets button above which will take you to a form to fill in.

Terms and Conditions

Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand Event Booking Terms & Conditions

This page outlines the standard Terms and Conditions that apply to all Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand ticketed events.

By purchasing a ticket to any Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand event, you agree to the following terms.


Tickets

  • All tickets are subject to availability.
  • A valid ticket (printed or electronic) must be presented for entry.
  • Tickets must not be resold or transferred for commercial gain.

Seating

  • Unless otherwise stated, seating is general admission and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • We recommend arriving early to allow time for check-in and seating.

Refunds

  • All ticket sales are final.
  • Refunds will only be considered if an event is cancelled or significantly changed by the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand.
  • Where a refund is approved, a 10% administration fee will be deducted from the ticket price.
  • Refunds will not be provided for change of mind, illness, travel delays or inability to attend.

Event Changes

The Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand reserves the right to make changes to event programmes, schedules, presenters, performers, venues or running times where necessary. Such changes do not entitle ticket holders to a refund.


Admission

  • The Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand reserves the right to refuse admission or require any person to leave an event if their behaviour is considered unsafe, disruptive, offensive or likely to affect the enjoyment of others.
  • Late admission may be delayed until a suitable break in the programme or performance.

Photography, Filming and Mobile Devices

Photography, video recording and audio recording during performances or presentations are not permitted unless prior approval has been granted.

Mobile phones and electronic devices must be switched to silent or turned off during performances and presentations.

Official photography and videography may take place during events. By attending, you acknowledge that you may appear in photographs or recordings used by the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand for promotional, educational or archival purposes.


Accessibility

If you have any accessibility requirements or require assistance to attend an event, please contact the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand prior to the event. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.


Children

Children must hold a valid ticket where applicable and remain under the supervision of a responsible adult at all times.


Health & Safety

Attendees must follow all directions provided by Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand staff and venue personnel and comply with venue health and safety requirements at all times.


Code of Conduct

We are committed to providing a welcoming, respectful and inclusive environment for all attendees, performers, presenters, volunteers and staff. Behaviour that is abusive, threatening, discriminatory or disruptive will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the event without refund.


Force Majeure

If an event is cancelled, postponed or significantly affected due to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand, including but not limited to severe weather, natural disasters, government restrictions, venue closures or other unforeseen events, ticket holders will be advised as soon as practicable. Refunds or alternative arrangements may be offered at the discretion of the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand.


Personal Property

The Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand and event venues accept no responsibility for loss, theft or damage of personal belongings while attending events.


Contact

For any ticketing enquiries, please contact the Royal Academy of Dance New Zealand prior to the event.