Dance Australia

Dance Australia is the most respected dance journal in the country. The articles and reviews are written by the cream of Australia’s dance journalists. The beautiful photographs and glossy design make the magazine a work of art in itself –a keepsake for anyone who loves dance.

Dance Australia

Welcome to the Audition Issue.

NEWS | EVENTS | BEST OF THE WEB

AT HOME WITH BROOKE & LACHLAN MONAGHAN • Shared passion, separate journeys, and an unbreakable bond. Geraldine Higginson explores the story of siblings Brooke and Lachlan Monaghan.

QUEENSLAND BALLET AND MACMILLAN’S ROMEO & JULIET • Matthew Lawrence provides an insight into the Queensland Ballet production of MacMillan’s enduring masterpiece.

A New Era for QB • Denise Richardson interviews Ivan Gil-Ortega, uncovering his dedication to both artistic excellence and community development.

PREPARING YOUR AUDITION TOUR • Mastering the Logistics of Travelling to Auditions

WHEN OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS • Audition Advice from Josef Brown: Lessons learned from both sides of the table.

DOUBLE EXPOSURE: ARTISTRY IN MOTION & STILLNESS • Drew Hedditch, a soloist with The Australian Ballet, turns his lens backstage, capturing the unguarded moments of a dancer’s life, writes Olivia Weeks

Stepping Into Stories: New Voices at Sydney Dance Company • New voices rise, finding artistry and connection in a 360-degree stage

Dealing With Rejection & Post Audition Blues • Lucy Christodoulou offers candid advice for dancers navigating the challenging audition season.

FULL-TIME COURSE AUDITION CALENDAR • Do you want to study dance full-time in 2026? Start your preparations by consulting our select list of schools.

REVIEWS

TAKING A PHOTO VS. GETTING ‘THE’ SHOT • Jacqueline Clarke Mitchell, dancer and photographer, explains the power of a strong dance portfolio to stand out in auditions and online.

Tomorrow’s Talent: Annie Takes Stage • From ‘Maybe’ to centre stage, Beatrix Alder and Dakota Chanel, are embodying the hopeful heart of Annie in Sydney.

The Dancer’s Edge: On Auditions • Want to know what it takes to shine in your audition? We asked the best in the business.

A Look Back • Revisiting Dance Australia in 2014, see what’s changed and what remains classic.