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Remi Wörtmeyer. Photo by Jennifer Zmuda.

Remi Wörtmeyer steps into artistic directorship at BalletMet, Ohio

After a significant career as a principal dancer with The Australian Ballet and Dutch National Ballet, presenting in other mediums such as...

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Dance Advice

What’s the point of pointe?

Pointe work in ballet is not only beautiful and full of tradition, but it also serves several purposes. #1. Artistic expression Pointe...

Footnote New Zealand Dance in Kota Yamazaki's 'Thin Paper, Autonomous Synapses, Noamds, Toyko(ing).' Photo by Stephen A'Court.

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New Zealand Dance News – October/November 2024

Find out what’s happening in New Zealand dance news! Footnote New Zealand Dance is proud to present the international premiere of Thin Paper,...

Photo courtesy of The Royal Ballet School. Photo by Pierre Tappon Photography.

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Potential, tenacity and composure: Your guide to success when auditioning for The Royal Ballet School in London

Every year, dancers from all over the world dream of successfully auditioning and attending The Royal Ballet School in London, following in...

Simonne Smiles' 'Gold'. Photo by Regula Annick Mc Dowell.

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Australian Dance Reviews

Simonne Smiles’ ‘Gold’: Uniquely Australian

Lennox Theatre, Riverside Theatres, Sydney.15 August 2024. Gold is a new classical ballet work, created by Simonne Smiles, who both produced and...

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Dance Teacher Resources

Spotlight on dance syllabi: Part One

Most Australian dance studios offer at least one, so what is it that makes dance syllabi valuable in the studio landscape and...

Megan Connelly. Photo by Pierre Toussaint.

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Megan Connelly at The Australian Ballet School: Moving people, not just bodies

You have probably heard a story like this before. “I danced around at home all the time when I was very, very...

Sydney Dance Company Classes on Demand. Photo by Daniel Boud.

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Make your digital dance move

Take a dance class on Broadway during your lunch break, try a new style, follow an international teacher, soak up different approaches...

Samara Merrick in The Australian Ballet's 'The Sleeping Beauty'. Photo by Lindsay Moller.

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‘The Australian Ballet On Tour’ brings elite performances to audiences outside major cities

The Australian Ballet is thrilled to announce its 2024 On Tour program, bringing an enchanting repertoire of classical favourites and contemporary works to communities...

The Australian Ballet's Ako Kondo and Brett Chynoweth in George Balanchine's 'Jewels'. Photo by Rainee Lantry.

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The Australian Ballet presents Balanchine masterpiece ‘Jewels’ in Adelaide

Following a critically acclaimed debut in Melbourne and Sydney, and a sold-out season at the Royal Opera House in London, The Australian...

Loughlan Prior in rehearsal with The Australian Ballet School for 'Possum Magic'. Photo courtesy of Prior.

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Working with kids and animals: Loughlan Prior on ‘Possum Magic’

“I never thought I would create a ballet with animals in it,” declares Loughlan Prior after another day of rehearsal, “if only...

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Australian Dance Reviews

The Australian Ballet School Showcase: A celebration of classical and contemporary dance

The Concourse Theatre, Sydney.September 2023. The programme, filmed at The Concourse Chatswood and streamed by the Australian Digital Concert Hall, opened with...

Co3's Storm Helmore entering Paradise in 'ARCHITECT OF THE INVISIBLE' (2023) by Raewyn Hill. Photo by Emma Fishwick.

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Dancers reflect on 2023 and look ahead to a new year

Another year has (so quickly) passed, and 2024 is right around the corner. It’s a great time to reflect on the past...

Co3 in 'Architect of the Invisible'. Photo by Stefan Gosatti.

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Organisational muscle: Hilary McKenna becomes executive director of Co3

Social, folk or theatrical; dance activity often coalesces around groups and organisations (associations, troupes, companies, etc.). What this entails is a level...

Hofesh Shechter's 'Political Mother'. Photo by Boshua.

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Dance Teacher Resources

What is contemporary dance? Insight from world-famous choreographers

Dance Informa had the wonderful opportunity to pick the brains of three world-renowned contemporary choreographers. Learn what Hofesh Shechter, Franck Chartier and...

RNZB in 'Serenade' as part of 'Lightscapes'. Photo by Ross Brown.

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New Zealand Dance News – June/July 2023

Find out what’s happening in New Zealand dance news! The Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) has anounced the appointment of its new...

Ako Kondo and Brett Chynoweth in George Balanchine's 'Jewels'. Photo by Rainee Lantry.

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The Australian Ballet sparkled in ‘Jewels’ for the diamond anniversary

Sydney Opera House, Sydney.12 May 2023. The 2023 Season of The Australian Ballet, marks the 60th year – diamond anniversary – of...

Dancers of The Australian Ballet and Australian Dance Theatre in Daniel Riley's 'THE HUM'. Photo by Daniel Boud.

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The Australian Ballet’s ‘Identity’: Celebrating 60 years of culture, community and creative collaboration

Sydney Opera House, Sydney.2 May 2023. On 2 May, the Sydney Opera House foyer was buzzing with anticipation for the opening night...

RNZB's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Photo by Ross Brown.

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New Zealand Dance News – April/May 2023

Find out what’s happening in New Zealand dance news! The New Zealand School of Dance (NZSD) is thrilled to announce the selection...

The Australian Ballet's Robyn Hendricks in 'Swan Lake'. Photo by Simon Eeles.

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The Australian Ballet presents reimagined ‘Swan Lake’ in 2023

The Australian Ballet will bring a reimagined Swan Lake to ballet lovers in Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Sydney, starting September 2023, as part of...