Hannah O’Neill Events

The Auckland Committee of the RNZB Foundation were delighted to host Hannah O’Neill at two events in celebration of her recent appointment as étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet.

David McAllister and Hannah O’Neill on stage at St Cuthberts College

Hannah O’Neill in Conversation with David McAllister – 13 August 2023

The Auckland Committee of the RNZB Foundation hosted a special conversation between Hannah O’Neil, étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet, and David McAllister, Acting Artistic Director of the Royal New Zealand Ballet.

Hannah O’Neill is the newest Danseuse Etoile at The Paris Opera Ballet and the first New Zealand to attain “Étoile” status at The Paris Opera Ballet.

Guests enjoyed hearing of Hannah’s journey from starting ballet in Japan, to Auckland Mt Eden Ballet Academy, to performing with the Paris Opera Ballet at Palais Garnier on the international stage.  Hannah is living the dream of every ballet dancer and she was an inspiration to the young dancers who attended.

The Foundation gives special thanks to St Cuthberts College for hosting this event.

Gala Dinner in Honour of Hannah O’Neill – 14 August 2023

The Auckland Committee of RNZB Foundation hosted a Gala Dinner for 125 people at The Northern Club in honour of Hannah O’Neill.

Guests were treated to champagne and hors d’oeuvres, a 3-course dinner and a presentation showcasing Hannah’s many roles at Paris Opera followed by an entertaining conversation with Hannah & David Mc Allister, giving the guests an insight into Hannah career and her rise to being an “Etoile.”

The Foundation wishes to specially thank The Northern Club & EuroVintage Wines & Spirits.

Auckland Foundation Trustees & Organising Committee: Sarah Cole, Louise Binns, Ian Webster, Colin Keel, & Simon Lambourne.