"[2] Footnote was founded in 1985 by Wellington ballet teacher Deirdre Tarrant with a “dual commitment to fostering original works by local choreographers and composers, and establishing dance workshops in schools”.
[4] The company has played an important role in establishing and supporting contemporary dance in New Zealand.
[7] Dancers and choreographers who have worked with Footnote include Michael Parmenter, Shona McCullagh, Malia Johnston, Raewyn Hill, Lisa Densem and Ross McCormack.
[8] The company regularly tours in New Zealand, and has performed in Shanghai, Berlin, Brussels, Antwerp and London.
[11] Richard Aindow was general manager from 2014 - 2020[12] Brian Wood in 2021, and Zoë Nicholson joined in 2023.