From Jo Lloyd to Chunky Move, this year’s Green Room Awards spotlight a dance sector in full flight, where independent voices and major companies intersect.

Australian dancer Nina Penny has been offered a place at the prestigious The Royal Ballet School, following her recent participation at the Prix de Lausanne.

Three choreographers, three composers and a cross-disciplinary design team come together as Bespoke returns with a renewed focus on collaboration and emerging voices.

One of Australia’s most influential contemporary dance works returns to the stage, as Chunky Move revives Glow for a limited Melbourne season, two decades after its landmark premiere.

From sweeping tulle to sculptural silhouettes, the Oscars red carpet often echoes the stage. We paired this year’s standout looks with ballet costumes that share their spirit.

Dr. Claire Hiller, President of IADMS, speaks with Josef Brown about the global network advancing dancer health and research.

John Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet returns to The Australian Ballet in 2026, with performances in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane as a new generation of dancers takes on the iconic roles.

West Australian Ballet revives Krzysztof Pastor’s award-winning Dracula, with a new generation of dancers stepping into the lead roles as the production returns to Perth and tours Adelaide.

Melbourne’s winter arts festival RISING returns from 27 May to 8 June, launching the inaugural Australian Dance Biennale and presenting major works by Lucy Guerin, Oona Doherty, Chunky Move and Dancenorth.

Dance Australia introduces Young Dance Scholars for 2026, a new paid initiative supporting emerging critical voices in partnership with Elevé Stage Events.

Chris Dyke’s Lighting the Dark tours nationally, marking an Australian first in inclusive mainstage dance.

Returning to Lausanne as a 2026 jury member, 2003 winner Steven McRae reflects on how the Prix has evolved and why artistry begins long before perfection.

Christian Tàtchev reflects on judging the 2026 Prix de Lausanne, male training trends, and why foundation, patience and culture matter more than a single variation.

Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia appoints Derry Simpson and Andrew Stephens as Non-Executive Directors.

Bangarra Dance Theatre becomes the first Australians honoured with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement in Dance.

Nick Power becomes the first dedicated hip hop artist to lead Force Majeure, marking a new chapter for the company.