The Nutcracker

A sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet, The Nutcracker. Snowflakes flutter, fireplaces crackle, and midnight dreams come to life in this much-loved tale that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night. Filled with magic, excitement and dreamy delights, this rich story ballet will enchant families of all ages. As the festive party winds down and the clock strikes 12, join young Clara on a magical adventure as toys awaken, and soldiers and mice frolic and play! Travel through a delectable dreamscape of the Lemonade Sea and Kingdom of Sweets, as Clara encounters the beautiful Snow Queen, Prince, and whimsical Sugar Plum Fairy, plus all the enchanting inhabitants of their kingdom. This midnight rendezvous takes place in a dazzling world where nothing is as it seems. This hugely popular ballet has been captivating audiences across the globe for more than a century. With charming characters, glittering costumes, beautiful music and plenty of magic, The Nutcracker is the perfect festive tradition for families of all ages.

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November

Scimm. Dance's Ascension training offers weekly extension programs for dancers aged 8 to 19 years in contemporary dance.

We are excited to open our studio doors to advanced-level dancers looking to experience the energy, expertise, and creativity of Scimm.

Unlock your dance potential at the Scimm. Dance Pre-Professional Open Day on Friday, November 22nd, at the Australian Academy of Dan

A collision of physical and visual languages, The Next 14 Seconds by Phluxus2 Dance Collective draws from the disciplines of dance, theatre, visual and sound design to explore a rich tapestry inspired by human evolution.

December

M.Collective is excited to present PROJECT B, a dynamic double bill featuring two captivating works that embody the rawness and creativity of dance performance:

The National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) is delighted to present their graduate showcase, titled MUSE. Curated by Tegan Carmichael. Devised by NICA’s third-year students, with Artistic Consultancy by Alonso Pineda, Emma Pursey, and Donna Dunmire

New Breed returns to Carriageworks this December with four searing new choreographic works; a platform for experimentation that expresses the future directions of contemporary dance.