Dancenorth Australia

As 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. Dancenorth has been recognised for its outstanding work with accolades including the prestigious Sidney Myer Performing Arts Group Award, an Australian Dance Award, two Greenroom Awards, two Helpmann Awards, and five Major Festivals Initiative (MFI) commissions.

Dancenorth has become an epicentre of cultural change by empowering, supporting and welcoming many artistic voices 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.

Led by Co-Artistic Directors Kyle Page 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 contemporary dance literacy.

« Under the choreographic guidance of Amber Haines and Kyle Page, the versatility and improvisation of the dancers never failed to impress. »

Nothing Ever Happens in Brisban

« The seven dancers become one on the stage, their physical skills and unity superb! [They] defy the laws of physics. »

Helen Gramotnev, Brisbane Stage