Spring Dance 2011 - Festival Information
We are looking forward to seeing you at Spring Dance 2011 in the coming days.
To help you make the most of your visit, we've included a selection of additional events and activities below - some of which are absolutely FREE!
Come down early and grab a pre-show meal, de-brief with friends over supper, or enjoy a special Spring Dance Cocktail while taking in one of Sydney's best views - ask at the bar for the Cocktail of the night!
FREE EVENTS
Outside, opposite the Harbour Bridge:
PUSHING FOR PERFECTION
Wander through the stunning photo exhibition featuring Sydney Dance Company dancers, as captured by acclaimed fashion photographer Jez Smith.
Inside, in the western foyer:
MERYL TANKARD: A UNIQUE CHOREOGRAPHIC VOICE
Sit and watch this exclusive film installation showcasing the work of Meryl Tankard, one of Australia's finest contemporary artists.
WILLIAM YANG - 2 PIECES BY PINA BAUSCH
Step back in time to the 1982 Adelaide Festival. Take in the exhibition of photos by William Yang, capturing the enigmatic camera-shy Pina Bausch.
TALKING DANCE
AN HOUR WITH LLOYD NEWSON - ARTIST TALK
27 August @ 4pm, Playhouse - FREE
We invite you to join us for this very special talk with acclaimed director, Lloyd Newson as he discusses the genesis of his newest work, inspired by over forty contributions and interviews with individuals including Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Martin Amis and Ishtiaq Ahmed.
ARTICULATE
25 August @ 6pm, Utzon Room - FREE
The first of the new Articulate series - free monthly conversations about the arts - will focus on dance, with Gideon Obarzanek (Chunky Move), Raphael Bonachela (Sydney Dance Company) and Spring Dance Curator, Wendy Martin.
No booking necessary, just turn up on the day to these talks.
STUDIO CAFE
Grab a casual snack from the bar, or try something from the Spring Dance menu:
View the 'Pre-Theatre' menu
View the 'Informal Dining' menu (available from the central bar)
View the 'After dark' menu (available from 8.30pm at Studio Café)
Reservations available for Pre-theatre or After dark menu options, phone 9250 7868.
Remember, Insiders receive 10% off at the Studio Cafe.
CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF DANCE
Tickets still available for Pina: A Celebration - a weekend of films and talks. Why stay in on Friday & Saturday night, when you can see a dance film and talk with a panel of special guests for only $15*?
2 - 3 Sept, Playhouse
Tickets $15
BOOK NOW
PROGRAM NOTES
Lastly, make sure you grab a free Spring Dance program before the show. If you want to get a head-start on reading, check back with us next week & download it from the Spring Dance page!