A male dancer lifts a female dancer in a black leotard gracefully overhead against a dramatic orange-lit background.

Triptych

  • Dance
  • Studio
  • Run time: 60 minutes Subject to change

A stunning fusion of movement, music and light

Cementing Lewis Major's reputation as one of the most innovative and emotionally resonant choreographers working in Australia and across the world, Triptych returns home after making its mark on the international stage. 

Three unique repertoire pieces investigate various poetic possibilities, universal rhythms and cycles, performed by Major's company of dancers. An evening of connection set within a whirling maelstrom of movement, sound and light.

For those yet to discover modern dance, there is no better place to begin. For those who already love it, Triptych is a reminder of why.

Awards include

Overall Best Dance Work Sydney Fringe 2025
Edinburgh Fringe Award Adelaide Fringe 2025
Best Dance Adelaide Fringe 2025
Best Overall Dance Work FRINGEWORLD 2025

Supported by House of Oz and Create SA.

Sydney Opera House presents a Lewis Major production

Event details

A captivating fusion of sound, light and movement.

Artshub

Triptych is a triumph from beginning to end.

The Scotsman

Sleek, elegant… As much visual arts experience as dance.

Limelight

Credits

Triptych is a mixed bill of dance made up of three short works: Prologue, Unfolding and Epilogue, all choreographed by Lewis Major.

Artistic Director Lewis Major

Prologue 
Choreographer Lewis Major
Music James Brown
Lighting and Visual Design Fausto Brusamolino 

Unfolding 
Choreographer Lewis Major
Composer James Brown
Lighting and Visual Design Fausto Brusamolino

Epilogue: Act 1 – Lament
Choreographer Lewis Major
Composer A Filetta
Lighting Design Lewis Major

Epilogue: Act 2
Choreographer Lewis Major
Composer Dane Yates after Debussy
Lighting Design Lewis Major

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Attending this event

Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

Location and access

Studio

The Studio is located in the north-western corner of Sydney Opera House, best accessed through the Western Foyers.

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