Nurturing Creatives / NextGen Bootcamp Combined 2025

Held in Christchurch from 10–12 October 2025, NextGen Bootcamp and Nurturing Creatives are two dynamic training initiatives designed to equip our community with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to thrive in their theatrical journeys.
In 2025, Nurturing Creatives will place a stronger emphasis on creative and leadership roles, while NextGen Bootcamp will focus on performance disciplines, with the added option to engage in leadership sessions. Both programmes also incorporate networking, skill-building, and practical theatre techniques.
These initiatives offer incredible opportunities for artistic and professional growth—while also fostering connection, collaboration, and a sense of community among theatre-makers from across Aotearoa.
The Programme Overview
Friday:
Connection/Networking session
Shared dinner
Group topical session
Saturday:
This year - at our training merger - our Saturday schedule features SOME workshops attendees can select from either programme.
NC - Nurturing Creatives workshop; or NG - NextGen Workshop
Session one: Saturday | Session two: Saturday |
NG/NC: Performance A: Score to Stage AND Script to Stage Performers Masterclass NG/NC: Makeup for Stage NC: Choreography A NC: Marketing A NG: Dance Intermediate/Advanced |
NG: Vocal Masterclass NG/NC: Dance - all levels NC: Direction 101 NC: Musical Direction - Ensemble |
Session three: Saturday | Session four: Sunday |
NG: Performance B NG/NC: Hair for Stage NC: Direction B (Requires Direction A) NC: Choreography B NC: Musical Direction B |
NG/NC : Make-up DIY Trade Secrets for Performers NG/NC: Marketing B NG/NC: Learn Your Pepeha |
Sunday:
Session four training (as outlined above)
Performance showcase
Weekend Pricing
Register for Nurturing Creatives HERE
Full Weekend Price: $260
Training Only Price: $120
Please note:
Invoices will be sent following registration
Please let us know if your society is covering your attendance
Attendees will select workshops following full registration
Register for NextGen Bootcamp HERE
Full Weekend Price: $160
Training only price: $100
Please note:
Invoices will be sent following registration
Please let us know if your society is covering your attendance
Attendees will select workshops following full registration
FAQs
Can we put forward a group registration?
Yes. But each individual still needs to complete their own registration form. Just email office@mtnz.co.nz to let us know the names of those in your group, and who their registration fee should be made out to.
What if we are still deciding?
Totally understandable, you may like to register interest to receive reminders and updates HERE
Are the different programmes for all ages and skill levels?
NextGen Bootcamp is only for ages 18-30 years. Our experienced facilitators will be presenting information in a way that is usable and adaptable for a wide range of skill levels.
Can we make partial payments?
Yes MTNZ accepts part payments for registrations, please email office@mtnz.co.nz to discuss a payment plan for your registration.
Can we pay by credit card?
Yes, MTNZ does have facilities to take payment by credit card, email office@mtnz.co.nz to complete.
Can we sponsor a camper?
We would LOVE sponsorship to help our NextGenners to get to Bootcamp. We receive many many emails about the impact attending bootcamp has for those who may struggle to access theatre based training. Please email office@mtnz.co.nz to arrange sponsorship.
Is there a reason for the higher Nurturing Creatives attendance prices?
Yes. Nurturing Creatives is more of an an in depth intensive training, featuring full day specialist instruction; and the accommodation features single room with linen supplied while available.


