Billy Elliot The Musical digs deep to impress Melbourne’s opening night crowd
Intense and emotional, this multi-faceted celebration of humanity completely captivates the enthusiastic opening night audience. Led by 11-year-old River Mardesic as Billy Elliot, this production ticks every entertainment box on its 2020 return to Melbourne’s Regent Theatre.
Chicago The Musical razzle dazzles Melbourne on opening night
Performing to an enthusiastic full house at the State Theatre, Chicago The Musical opened its Melbourne season with a bang. Sassy, humorous and exuding a brilliant sensuality, this set-in-the-1920’s vaudeville musical is entertainment in its finest form.
SCIMM Dance Company’s ‘Aetherium’ is crystal-clear symbolism of life
A cast of 19 professional performers from SCIMM Dance Company present Aetherium, a captivating triple bill of modern contemporary art expressed through movement. With choreography from SCIMM directors Scott Pokorny and Tim Barnes, and guest choreographer Zoee Marsh, themes exploring chaos and order, elemental exploration and life after death are innovatively unpacked.
Tales of 12 Chinese Zodiac is pure artistic perfection
China’s highly acclaimed musical dance Tales of 12 Chinese Zodiac dazzles audiences at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre with a jaw-dropping performance filled with dance artistry, cinematic display and glorious costuming.
Boss Dance Company’s ‘Bound’ is spell-binding
Exhibiting visionary lighting while oozing sensual tones in a party-like atmosphere, Boss Dance Company is celebrating its five-year anniversary with its new work, Bound.
‘Music Box’ by Masters of Choreography
From the makers of Raise The Barre and Beats On Pointe, Masters of Choreography’s new hit dance production, Music Box, famously blends modern ballet movements with commercial flavour.
Thought-provoking world of Stephanie Lake and Colossus
Since its 2014 beginning, Stephanie Lake Company has toured the world showcasing their original and relevant creations. Well-respected for their contemporary dance works, Colossus consists of 50 performers pouring their passion and talent onto the stage in this unique contemporary work of art.
SCIMM Platforms Youth Company’s ‘Within Us’ is exquisite
SCIMM Platforms Youth Company takes audiences on an exploration of three key concepts in their 2019 Triple Bill ‘Within Us’: oceans, emotions, and the possibility of extra-terrestrial life showcases the talent of the 33 cast members involved, the choreographers Scott Pokorny and Tim Barnes (SCIMM directors), and special guests Brittany Page and Sarah Boulter.
2019 Australian Tap Dance Festival and ‘Rhythm Empire’ Gala
Melbourne’s annual Australian Tap Dance Festival is always a favourite for tap dance enthusiasts. Founded in 2012 by Ella Lehaf and Winston Morrison, ATDF’s mission is to bring the art of tap into the wider dance community.
‘Underneath your feet, our history sleeps’: Indigenous Cultural Connection at the ‘Bay Mob Expo’
‘We are one red blood.’ United through this Indigenous Australian law of belonging, visitors are warmly welcomed to the 2019 Bay Mob Health and Education Expo held at Monash University’s Frankston Campus.