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Patricia Barker in the studio. Photo by Stephen A'Court, courtesy of RNZB.

RNZB Artistic Director Patricia Barker retires after 43 years in ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) has anounced the retirement of Artistic Director Patricia Barker. In her five-and-a-half years at the helm...

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Queensland Ballet’s Mia Heathcote: It begins here

“When I was younger,” she says, “I sort of had this idea set out for myself, but you can’t ever plan life.” ...

VCASS students, Years 7, 8 and 9. Photo courtesy of VCASS.

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VCASS announces new Victorian Youth Arts Hub

Resilient. Self-confident. Creative. Compassionate. Many artists – many people – would like to think of themselves thus. It should therefore come as little surprise...

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The McDonald College appoints new Head of Musical Theatre

The McDonald College is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathryn Dunn as their next Head of Musical Theatre. Dunn is a...

David Yow. Photo courtesy of Asian Grand Prix.

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David Yow at International Summer School: Inspiration and awareness

It is sometimes said that dance, like other artforms, is unforgiving. As a dancer, one is never complete; and for a young...

'Madagascar the Musical'. Photo by LK Creative/Lyndon Katene.

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‘Madagascar – The Musical’ is coming to Sydney

The Australian premiere of the international touring production of the ferociously funny Madagascar – The Musical will take place in Sydney in December. Adapted from...

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Eliza Cooper: On creativity flowing with ‘Bat Lake’

Dance Informa got the chance to chat with Sydney-based independent choreographer Eliza Cooper on her life as a choreographer, what inspires her...

Dragonfly Dance repertoire students. Photo courtesy of Jo McDonald.

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Dragonfly Dance: For the dancer inside you

Imagine spending most of your life underwater; waiting to surface, destined to fly. Now imagine the unfolding of wings. At last, you...

'The Phantom of the Opera'. Photo by Michael Le Poer Trench.

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Associate Choreographer Nina Goldman on how ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ is finally here!

Staging a new reimagined production of The Phantom of the Opera for the first time in Australia hasn’t been an easy journey....

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Transit Dance appoints Jayden Hicks as Associate Director

Transit Dance has announced the appointment of Jayden Hicks as its Associate Director after the company witnessed unprecedented growth with the return...

Laura Tosar and Patricio Reve in 'Rhapsody in Motion'. Photo by David Kelly.

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Queensland Ballet’s Laura Tosar promoted to Soloist

Queensland Ballet’s Laura Tosar finished the Bespoke season as Soloist after being promoted from First Company Artist. Artistic Director Li Cunxin AO said Tosar...

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Lucy Durack announces national tour

Australia’s leading lady of stage, Lucy Durack, is an unashamed fan of rom-coms and their soundtracks that tug at your heartstrings. And now with...

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New RAD Chief Executive Tim Arthur: What we can achieve together

It’s a chilly winter evening when I sit down with new Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Chief Executive Tim Arthur to discuss...

Ryuichi Fujimura's 'Fall! Falter!! Dance!!!'.

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‘Fall! Falter!! Dance!!!’: Ryuichi Fujimura’s autobiographical piece in dance

Showcasing this August 11 – 13, FORM Dance Projects and Riverside Theatres presents Dance Bites 2022 season – Let’s DANCE – a double-bill...

The cast of 'Jagged Little Pill'. Photo by Daniel Boud.

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‘Jagged Little Pill’ triumphantly returns to Sydney this July

Jagged Little Pill, the Grammy and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical inspired by Alanis Morissette’s ground-breaking album of the same name, will triumphantly return to Theatre Royal Sydney from 9 July. The production’s premiere season of only two-and-a-half...

Slava Tutukin. Photo by Leszek Januschewski.

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Sydney International Ballet Gala: Behind the scenes with Artistic Director Slava Tutukin

The spectacular Sydney International Ballet Gala – World Stars of Ballet will debut at West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre on Saturday 16...

Andrew Hallsworth with students of Patrick School of the Arts.

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A good idea for a musical: Catching up with Andrew Hallsworth

The email said he had just turned 50 and that he was still, quote, fabulous. When I mention this to Andrew Hallsworth,...

Dr Laura Osweiler. Photo by Julien Larmay.

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Dr Laura Osweiler: An honest path to experimental Middle Eastern dance

Dance Informa had the fascinating chance to interview Dr Laura (Amara) Osweiler, a multi-faceted dance and music artist, academic and one who...

Simon Plant of Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Photo by Rachel Neville Photography.

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Aussies Thomas Dilley and Simon Plant live the dream with Complexions Contemporary Ballet

Complexions Contemporary Ballet (CCB) is known for its dynamic dancers, thrilling choreography, and stunning combination of classical and contemporary movement. The company...

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Josh Rhodes and ‘Cinderella’: If the shoe fits…

You might think that pure hearted poor girls, charming princes and fairy godmothers don’t sound like they belong in the disinformed, doom-scroll...

Jasmin Lancaster and Brianna Kell in Sara Black's 'Double Beat'. Photo by Tania Lambert.

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Feel your rhythm: The world premiere of ‘Double Beat’

The world premiere of Double Beat will appear on stage this May 5-7, at Riverside Theatres, Parramatta – Lennox Theatre, with presenting partners FORM Dance...