Outliers

The inaugural event of its kind in Aotearoa | New Zealand.

Outliers is an innovative 2v2 experimental dance battle that challenges dancers to break free from conventional boundaries. Designed for those eager to explore new movement possibilities, this event will showcase raw, unrehearsed performances, offering an exciting and unpredictable experience for both participants and audiences alike.

Presented by Projekt Team, New Zealand’s premier Hip Hop and Street Dance collective, Outliers invites contemporary and street dancers, cultural and traditional movers, and creators to engage in a battle set to experimental, genre-defying music. Unlike traditional street dance battles, this event will feature an entirely unique soundscape, providing a refreshing alternative to what is typically seen and heard in dance competitions.

Projekt Team will curate the event, bringing together a skilled MC, a DJ, and an atmosphere to elevate the battles. The competition will follow a knockout format, culminating in the crowning of the champion team as Poneke's Contemporary Dance Festival’s first-ever 2v2 Experimental Outliers.

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Projekt Team has a decade-long history of producing street dance events around Aotearoa and has been at the forefront of promoting Hip Hop and freestyle dance as a respected art form. Though known for battle culture, the team has always championed cross-genre collaboration, cultural storytelling, and artistic experimentation.