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The Magic of Malambo

Summer is going to be hot and we’re not talking about the weather. Dance act Malevo are coming. “South American sensation” Malevo are gracing our shores for the first time, bringing their fiery, saucy and thrilling dance act to the Sydney Opera House this summer. 

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Canberra dancer wins female choreographic residency

Sydney Opera House, The Australian Ballet and Dance Australia join forces to bring women to centre stage.

RENT’s powerful message for now: love and hope, 25 years on

RENT is a distinctively 90s musical that has retained its relevance a quarter century later. Lenny Ann Low discusses the latest incarnation of the cult musical with its just-announced cast and crew.

Emerging female classical choreographic residency

Sydney Opera House, The Australian Ballet and Dance Australia join forces to bring women to centre stage for a second year

Wayne McGregor speaks body language

Not only is McGregor the first resident choreographer of London’s Royal Ballet with a contemporary dance background, but he may well be the first to be recognised by the British Science Association.

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Dancing to de-feet Parkinson’s

There’s still a lot that's unknown about Parkinson’s disease. But as research progresses, dance stands out as a form of exercise helping to control symptoms and giving strength to those living with the condition.

A tough nut to crack

How The Nutcracker cracked its way into the ultimate Christmas tradition.

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Female choreographers to centre stage in new residency

Sydney Opera House, The Australian Ballet and Dance Australia join forces for a new choreographic initiative for women.

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It’s hip to be scared: The terrifying timeliness of American Psycho

How does American Psycho, one of the most controversial books of the 20th century, hold up in an era defined by Trump and #MeToo? And what can we expect from the upcoming musical adaptatio?

Clyde Emmanuel Archer is dancing between worlds

The L-E-V Dance Company artist on redefining race in dance, and the ‘gaga technique’

A history of tap dancing

Leaping off tabletops and singing penguins: moments in the dance's rich history.

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Graeme Murphy is ballet’s fearless leader

Ten classic works reimagined by the dancer & choreographer. First published by The Australian Ballet.

Ghenoa Gela’s powerful, political dance

The Torres Strait Mainlander breaks the stereotypes of dance.