After 35 years as Expressions Dance Company, the Brisbane-based ensemble will now be known as Australian Dance Collective (ADC).
The ambitious 2020 programme is the first for the collective's new Artistic Director, Amy Hollingsworth.
It includes bringing the work of Hofesh Shechter to Brisbane for the very first time.
Presented in association with Hofesh Shechter Company, Australian Dance Collective will take to the stage for the Australian premiere of 'Cult'. . . The short work for six dancers which propelled Shechter to his globally-renowned career.
'Cult' will be performed as part of triple bill 'THREE', alongside world premieres from Jack Lister and Melanie Lane.
Following the success season of 'Matrix', Australian Dance Collective will collaborate with Shenzhen's Round House Dance Company as part of the Chinese Australian Dance Exchange Project, in August.
'Succession' sees ADC's Youth Ensemble performing two works, one created especially for them, and the other – a once in a lifetime experience – of performing alongside the main ensemble, where 36 dancers will take to the stage. . . Together.
Image © Justin Ridler
“These hallmarks of the company will continue to be at the centre of its work under the leadership of new artistic director, Amy Hollingsworth," ADC's Chair Marian Gibney says. "Amy is a passionate curator, with a clear vision around harnessing shared energies and imaginations to produce thrilling dance works and to nurturing a love of dance in our community.
“With Amy’s appointment, and as we enter a new decade, the board believes that the time is right to refresh the company’s name, to ensure that it speaks clearly of what has been achieved and what the company seeks to do in the future.”
Amy Hollingsworth says ADC is committed to being 'collectively extraordinary'.
“2020 sees us embody this vision of collective excellence – through showcasing a diverse range of Australian artists, exposure to international industry leaders and innovative collaborations.
“We want to help our audiences feel differently about dance, shifting perceptions of what contemporary dance is and does.”
Australian Dance Collective 2020 Programme
'THREE' – 1-4 April, Queensland Performing Arts Centre'Succession' – 21-23 May, Judith Wright Centre Of Contemporary Arts
'Cadep' – 5-8 August, Queensland Performing Arts Centre
