The Secret Lives of Dancers - Episode Two

It's the first day back after Christmas holidays for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, but there's no easing into the year for the troupe. In episode two of this behind the curtain look into the lives of professional dancers, ballet master and mistress Greg Horsman and Turid Revfeim introduce the demanding triple bill repertoire. Veterans, like Lucy Balfour, take the first day in their stride but newbies Lucy and Yang have to cope with new moves and life in a new country. Artistic Director Gary Harris gets candid about mixing dance and romance, while Katie Hurst-Saxton reveals her relationship with fellow lead dancer Michael Braun.

Nice to see everybody, some had obviously a good Christmas. Being polite, there...

– Ballet master and coach Greg Horsman casts his critical eye over dancers' bodies

Key Cast & Crew

Wayne Vinten

Cinematographer

Natalie Malcon

Director, Producer

Hilary Barry

Narrator

Sue Woodfield

Head of TV3 Factual Programming

Benoit Hardonniere

Sound Recordist

Jon Ulrich

Lighting Assistant