Lead the artistic future of Sydney Dance Company
Following Rafael Bonachela’s remarkable tenure since 2009, Sydney Dance Company is seeking an outstanding artistic leader to become its next Artistic Director.
Sydney Dance Company is Australia’s leading contemporary dance company, with a distinctive national identity and significant international reputation. Based on Gadigal Land at Sydney’s Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, the Company brings together an exceptional full-time Ensemble, an ambitious program of new work and repertoire, and extensive national and international touring. Beyond the mainstage, Sydney Dance Company is a centre for creative development and learning, offering Australia’s largest public in-studio dance class program alongside a breadth of training, education and independent sector initiatives that contribute to the national cultural landscape.
The successful candidate will bring a compelling and distinctive artistic vision, shaping the Company’s repertoire, commissions and collaborations; developing its Ensemble and artists; and building meaningful connections with audiences in Australia and internationally. The successful Candidate may be a choreographer, maker-curator or an artist with a gift for bringing diverse creative voices together around a coherent artistic vision.
Working in partnership with the Executive Director, Board and Senior Leadership Team, the Artistic Director will be a visible advocate for Sydney Dance Company and contemporary dance, building relationships across the artistic community, presenters, partners, government, philanthropy and audiences. This is a significant opportunity to lead an exceptional Company and help define the future of Australian contemporary dance from Sydney to the world.
Explore the opportunity
The detailed Candidate Pack, including the Key Selection Criteria and application requirements, is available via the REA arts + culture website.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the Candidate Pack before contacting REA arts + culture. Confidential conversations are welcomed from suitably experienced candidates wishing to explore their alignment with the opportunity before Monday 9 November.
Applications close before midnight AEDT, Friday 13 November 2026
AUDITIONS
Sydney Dance Company are not currently holding auditions for Company dancers.
Please register your interest to be notified when information on auditions becomes available.