The Australian Ballet 2024 season, recently announced by Artistic Director David Halberg, promises a diversity of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary works highlighted by the world premiere of Christopher Wheeldon’s Oscar©.
The Australian Ballet 2024 Season Schedule
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland | February 20 – March 5 & March 15-26, 2024
Capitol Theatre & Arts Centre Melbourne
- Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Christopher Wheeldon
“Alice is an absolute audience favourite, it’s a family-friendly colourful trip down the rabbit hole that’s full of humour, gorgeous dancing and the mystery of Alice’s magical adventure.
Christopher Wheeldon created a worldwide hit in this joyful, luscious production.” – David Halberg
Carmen | April 10-27, 2024
Sydney Opera House
- Carmen by Johan Inger
“Johan Inger made his mark with the company with I New Then, and Carmen will further showcase his unique contemporary eye.
The story of Carmen is told in a very modern, arresting and alluring way and the title role is a dream for any artist to dance. I look forward to seeing the dancers tackle one of the most ambitious contemporary productions we’ve programmed.” – David Halberg
Études /
Circle Electric | May 3-18 & October 2-9, 2024
Sydney Opera House & Regent Theatre
- Études by Harald Lander
- Circle Electric by Stephanie Lake
“Études is classicism at its most demanding. The precision and exactitude of the choreography doesn’t allow for fault. This is a ballet that dancers dream of performing.
Returning to its rightful place in The Australian Ballet’s repertoire after an absence of ten years, Études will excite audiences once again.
Stephanie Lake has proven herself to be one of the most exciting Australian choreographers creating today. Her unique style and her use of movement, music and patterns have the dancers hungrily taking on her bold sense of choreography.
Stephanie’s artistic energy emanates from her vision, bringing the audience pulsing along on her rollercoaster ride of dance.” – David Halberg
Jewels | July 12-18, 2024
Adelaide Festival Centre
- Jewels by George Balanchine
“Each jewel in this ballet has equal beauty and power. Emeralds, soft and mysterious. Rubies, sharp and stylised. Diamonds, brilliant and sparkling.
It is a visual feast for the balletic eye and an enormous opportunity for the dancers to tackle one of Balanchine’s greatest masterpieces.” – David Halberg
Oscar© | September 13-24 & November 8-23, 2024
Regent Theatre Melbourne & Sydney Opera House
- Oscar© by Christopher Wheeldon
“There’s no denying that any full-length creation by Christopher Wheeldon is an immense artistic moment.
The story of Oscar Wilde and his tales exemplifies the bold storytelling that we aim for within this company.” – David Halberg
The Nutcracker | November 30 – December 18, 2024
Sydney Opera House
- The Nutcracker by Peter Wright
“The Nutcracker epitomises the absolute beauty of classical ballet. The score is so deeply rich and full of magic and beauty. It truly takes the dancer and audiences on a trip through the mystery and magic of Clara’s Christmas Eve dream.
Personally, the grand pas de deux in The Nutcracker was always a favourite of mine to dance.” – David Halberg
Featured Photo for The Australian Ballet 2024 Season from The Australian Ballet.
