Sydney festival 2027: 11 international dance works to headline ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ program
The 2027 Sydney Festival will feature a major dance program including 11 international works making their Australian debut. Highlights include choreographer Rachid Ouramdane’s 'Outsider' and performances by companies associated with global pop stars.
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This festival represents a significant cultural investment and expansion of the arts scene in Sydney, attracting international talent.
The Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève will bring 21 dancers and four elite athletes together in Sydney for choreographer Rachid Ouramdane’s Outsider. Photograph: Gregory Batardon The Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève will bring 21 dancers and four elite athletes together in Sydney for choreographer Rachid Ouramdane’s Outsider. Photograph: Gregory Batardon Sydney festival Sydney festival 2027: 11 international dance works to headline ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ program Making its southern hemisphere debut, Dance Reflections will feature collaborators of Rosalía, Madonna and Beyoncé – and a high-wire takeover of the Cutaway
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Prefer the Guardian on Google A “once-in-a-lifetime” program of dance works of scale will be coming to Sydney in January, including 11 international works from France, Belgium, South Africa and beyond making their Australian premiere.
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