Young Gallery Night

Whitecliffe Fashion Showcase

7.30–8.00pm

Entire Gallery

Whitecliffe proudly presents a showcase of work by final-year students in its Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design programme. Each student will present a single standout outfit, offering a compelling snapshot of diverse creative responses to the evolving relationship between fashion, identity and sustainability.

The runway weaves through the entire Gallery, celebrating individuality, innovation, and a forward-thinking commitment to sustainable design.

Dance Performances: University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau

6.45–7pm & 8–8.15pm

Grey Gallery

Be swept up by the live dance performances of third-year students from the Bachelor of Dance Studies at the University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau. They will perform Affinity (a duet), Interwoven (group work), as well as a series of movement improvisations in response to current exhibitions.

Choreography and performance: Third year Bachelor of Dance Studies students

Mentor: Dr Sarah Knox

Dolce Aspro: Aspiring Musicians, Auckland Philharmonia

6.30–6.45pm, 7.15–7.30pm & 8.15–8.30pm

Grey Gallery, Ground Floor

Dolce Aspro – meaning ‘sweet and sour’– is an Auckland-based classical guitar and violin duo formed by Lora Kurusa and Darren Breeze. Brought together by their shared passion for romantic, classical and gypsy-inspired music, their collaboration began two years ago, blossoming from friendship into a refined artistic partnership.  

Dolce Aspro is part of the Auckland Philharmonia Aspiring Musicians programme.

 

Food Truck: Double Dutch Fries

6–9pm

Gallery Forecourt

Double Dutch Fries will serve up golden, crispy, hand-cut fries with a variety of authentic Dutch dipping sauces.

Food Truck: Pioneer Pie Company

6–9pm

Gallery Forecourt

Pioneer Pie Company is a family run business based in the heart of Albany Village. They have been baking up a storm since 2012 and their mission is to elevate the humble pie using traditional methods and working with some of the best farms in the country, such as Bostock's organic chicken and Matangi Angus beef to produce high quality, delicious pies. Pioneer Pies has vegan, gluten free and dairy free flavours. 

Elam on Screen: Student Perspectives in Contemporary Art  | University of Auckland

6–9pm

Auditorium, Lower Ground

Gain unique insight into the creative culture at Elam School of Fine Arts through the eyes of its students. This screening features a series of videos showcasing student work at Elam.

 

DJ Empress Naima

6–9pm

North Atrium

Empress Naima is a strictly vinyl selector known for her solid, bass-heavy dubs infused with a sweet and conscious vibe. Her selection spans roots reggae to downbeat, dub, dubstep and jungle.