Interviews

Interview with Joel Bray By Chris Duncan Arts House, Melbourne | 3 – 15 June 2025 Presented in partnership with RISING In MONOLITH, Wiradjuri choreographer Joel Bray trades words for weight, text for tension, and dialogue for dance. Known for...

Interview with Renata Ienco Inteview by Chris Duncan From the electrifying courts of the Sydney Kings to the grand stages of the Hyundai A-League Grand Final, professional dancer Renata Ienco has experienced firsthand the growing intersection between dance and Australian...

Interview With Kelley Abbey ‘… When things are unique, they're always delicious too …’ Interview by Chris Duncan Kelley Abbey is a name synonymous with Australian dance and musical theatre. A true industry icon, she has excelled as...

Mitchell Woodcock: A Fresh Take on Annie Interview by Chris Duncan With an impressive career spanning musical theatre, television, music tours, and live entertainment, Mitchell Woodcock has become one of Australia’s most sought-after choreographers. From working with global music icons like Kylie...

Interview With Kyra Johnson From Australia to the Heart of the Dance World Interview by Chris Duncan Kyra Johnson’s journey from the local dance studios of Australia to the bustling heart of Los Angeles’ dance scene is nothing...

A Conversation with Jan Di Pietro A Christmas Carol: Celebrating the Magic and Spirit of Christmas for the Third Consecutive Year! Interview by Brendan Daynes Brendan Daynes sat down with Jan Di Pietro, the multi-skilled Resident Choreographer of...

(c) Ben Dingley A Conversation with Samwise Holmes MARVELous The Show Reveals the Cheeky Side of Your Favourite Heroes Interview by Brendan Daynes Dive into the fantastical world of MARVELous The Show, where superheroes and comedy collide! In...

A Conversation with Catherine Alcorn From Cabaret to Comedy: Catherine Alcorn Takes Centre Stage in Menopause The Musical Interview by Brendan Daynes Brendan Daynes sat down with the multi-award-winning performer Catherine Alcorn to discuss her role as the...

Passion, Determination, and Community: The Driving Forces Behind Nicole Wells’ Success Interview by Chris Duncan Nicole Wells, the dynamic force behind some of Australia’s most talented dancers, has carved out a unique path in the dance world. Her journey...

How Passion, Persistence, and Versatility Have Shaped Her Dance Career Interview by Chris Duncan Erin Gray’s journey from Australia to Los Angeles reads like a story of passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of dreams. Originally hailing from Australia,...