To The Front Pōneke

To The Front Pōneke is a week-long music-based school holiday programme for female, trans, intersex and gender diverse young people aged 12-17 years old. At To The Front Pōneke, music is the medium through which these young people can build confidence, life-long connections, and champion social change in their communities.

After a successful programme in 2019, and 2020 the 2021 school holidays will see Wellington host its third To The Front programme. Now under our great new name! We are committed to ensuring young people from across the Wellington region have access to this positive event which develops communication skills, teamwork and leadership, confidence, critical thinking and encourages creative expression.

During the programme participants undertake music lessons, band practices and workshops, culminating in a showcase where participants perform an original composition in front of family and friends. The workshops and lessons will be delivered by highly regarded members of the music industry.