A major champion of the arts in North Queensland, Dancenorth Australia balances a dynamic regional presence with a commitment to creating compelling contemporary dance that tours the world.
Deeply committed to the creation of adventurous, thoughtfully conceived, and highly acclaimed new work; Dancenorth has presented work in more than 55 International Arts Festivals and venues around Australia and the world. As a model for making outstanding art in a regional community, Dancenorth has been recognised for its outstanding work with several accolades including the prestigious 2017 Sidney Myer Performing Arts Group Award, Australian Dance Award (Best Community Dance Award), Greenroom Award (Best Ensemble If_Was_), two Helpmann Awards for the MFI Commissioned work Attractor (Best Dance Production and Best Choreography in a Ballet, Dance or Physical Theatre Production), a Greenroom Award for Composition/ Sound Design for Attractor, and many other nominations.
Dancenorth has become an epicentre of cultural change by empowering, supporting and welcoming many artistic voices to its creative hub including a diverse range of choreographers, guest collaborators, Artists in residence and dancers.
Alongside the professional Ensemble and touring productions sits an equally vital pillar of focus: Community Experience. Dancenorth’s dedicated team works with diverse and minority communities across Queensland using dance to support, enhance, inspire and heal – bringing communities together.
Led by Co-Artistic Directors Kyle Page (2017 Sidney Myer Creative Fellow) and Amber Haines, and Executive Director Hillary Coyne, Dancenorth is an integral part of the Australian dance ecology making a significant contribution to the dance sector and building literacy around contemporary dance nationally.
To celebrate the Company’s 40th Anniversary, all of Dancenorth’s Community Experience classes will be free to attend in 2025.
For more information on performances, classes, workshops, events, and opportunities please visit: https://www.dancenorth.com.au/
