ENCOUNTER SYDNEY

Spread out on the forecourt of Sydney Opera House, directed by Emma Saunders, ENCOUNTER SYDNEY explores the everyday extraordinariness and energy behind our next generation. In collaboration with a group of award-winning Australian artists, including writer Felicity Castagna, composers Amanda Brown (The Go-Betweens) and Jodi Phillis (The Clouds), a cast of ten dancers and words spoken by Warren Foster, ENCOUNTER SYDNEY explores the indomitable spirit of youth and the world they find themselves in. The riveting soundtrack to ENCOUNTER SYDNEY, is the original ENCOUNTER score performed and recorded by the musicians of the Western Sydney Youth Orchestra, conducted by James Pensini.

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August

Join Lee Christofis AM as he shares his knowledge of The Ballet Russes. Relax and indulge in wine and cheese as you learn about this iconic company.

September

Welcome to a world where perfection is manufactured, productivity is worshipped, individuality has become a dangerous defect, and every smile has been carefully rehearsed.

October

Created by Melbourne’s contemporary tap dance company Studio Stocks and directed by acclaimed tap artist Garry Stocks, Melancholia pushes the boundaries of percussive dance, weaving contemporary movement with a fresh, genre-defying approach to tap.

A delightful event filled with laughs, insights and stories as Virgina Trioli talks with Li Cunxin about his new book.

We are delighted to invite you to a special event. Join us for exclusive access to The Australian Ballet's Class on Stage, where you will enjoy a behind the scenes glimpse of how Company dancers begin their working days.