What’s On: The dazzling World of WearableArt Show returns this spring


Neoru, Jayati Saraf, Pearl Academy, India

Immerse yourself in a a creative spectacle like no other at the 2023 World of WearableArt Show: BEYOND from 20 September to 8 October

What: 2023 World of WearableArt Awards Show: BEYOND
When: 20 Sep – 8 Oct 2023
Where: TSB Arena, Wellington

Aotearoa’s largest theatrical spectacle returns this spring, after a record-smashing return to the stage last year. The 33rd iteration of the iconic World of WearableArt Show: BEYOND will be taking up residence in the TSB Arena in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, from 20th September to 8th October 2023.

Tickets are on sale now for this world-class theatrical extravaganza. Every night the stage comes alive with incredible works of wearable art, dancers, aerialists, captivating music, and moments that will take your breath away.

Beneath, Agnes Olah, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, United Kingdom

WOW Creative Director Brian Burke explains his vision for this year’s futuristic title: BEYOND.

“BEYOND elevates the audience experience by taking us on an exciting visual journey to worlds beyond our imagination, featuring the winning WOW formula of incredible spectacle, high-energy performance, original music, breath-taking garments and emotional storytelling.”

Show director Malia Johnston says this year’s WOW will be an unforgettable journey into the future. “We are developing a show that has the audience experience at its heart. Alongside the incredible garments, we have gathered a next-level cast – a group of beautifully diverse performers who will deliver a boundary-pushing performance.

“Our creative team have also pushed themselves into ‘the beyond’. The show will be fabulous, full of joy and creativity, and loads of fun.”

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2023 brings a range of new ticket options, including, for the first time, a chance to catch a glimpse ‘behind the curtain’ at WOW. Stageside+ and VIP Table+ experiences are the ultimate WOW package: along with a number of special goodies such as bubbles and nibbles on arrival and a souvenir show programme, they include a pre-show behind-the-scenes tour.

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