Ballet and Dance Companies in Australia
Find out everything about dance in Australia, from information on some of the best Australian companies to dance auditions in Australia.
“Dancing is creating a sculpture that is visible only for a moment.”
Erol Ozan
Australia & Dance
Ballet, like all dance in general, has always had, has and will always have a prominent place in Australia.
Dance and ballet in Australia has a long and rich history. The art form was introduced to the country by European settlers in the late 18th century and has since been embraced by Australians of all cultures.
The early history of dance and ballet in Australia is closely linked with the development of the country’s theatre industry. The first professional ballet company in Australia was the Melbourne-based La Scala Theatre Ballet, which was founded in 1883. This company toured the country extensively, performing for both theatre audiences and public balls.
In the early 20th century, ballet began to gain a more prominent place in the Australian cultural landscape. This was due in part to the success of the touring Russian Imperial Ballet, which performed in Australia in 1914. The company’s performances sparked a renewed interest in ballet among Australians and paved the way for the establishment of several professional ballet companies in the country.
Today, dance and ballet in Australia is enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. The art form is an important part of the country’s cultural identity and continues to evolve and grow in popularity.
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Did you know that…?
There are many places to learn ballet in Australia. Some of the most popular ones are: the Australian Ballet School, the National Theatre Ballet School, the Royal Ballet School of Australia, the Victorian College of the Arts and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
The Australian Ballet is the national ballet company of Australia. It is one of the world’s leading ballet companies, performing in over 50 countries on five continents.
The Best Dance Institutions in Australia
Ballet Theatre of Queensland dance compa
Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Cnr Grey and, Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Sydney Dance Company dance company at Da
Wharf 4/5, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, 15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point NSW 2000, Australia
Tracks Dance Company dance company at Da
Harbour View Plaza, Ground Level G03/8 McMinn St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia