Queensland Ballet is Australia's fastest growing arts company, producing world-leading classical and neo-classical ballet performances while operating Queensland Ballet Academy, which provides professional training pathways from age 6 through to career employment.
Queensland Ballet is a ballet company based in Brisbane, Australia, operating from the Thomas Dixon Centre in West End. The company produces classical ballets and neo-classical dance works, with its 2026 season including productions such as Messa da Requiem, The Nutcracker, Gala, Soirée, and Bespoke. The company is led by Artistic Director Ivan Gil-Ortega and Executive Director Dilshani Weerasinghe. The company roster includes three Principal Artists, two Senior Soloists, four Soloists, six First Company Artists, and six Company Artists. The company operates under three strategic pillars: Performance, Pathways, and Participation, engaging over 30,000 people annually through community and education programs that include regional touring, school programs, dance workshops, and accessible performances.
Queensland Ballet also operates Queensland Ballet Academy, which provides training programs from age 6 through to professional employment. The Academy offers the Clark Pre-Professional Program, Upper and Lower School programs, Guest Academy Program, and Foundation Program. Upper and Lower School students complete academic studies at Kelvin Grove State College alongside their dance training. The Academy is located at Kelvin Grove and accepts both domestic and international students through audition. The company additionally offers community dance and fitness classes for children and adults at its West End facility.
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Queensland Ballet is a professional ballet company built on a core love of ballet that connects communities and dance across Australia. The organization operates through three strategic pillars: Performance, Pathways, and Participation. It produces world-leading productions of classical ballets and neo-classical dance works with dancers acclaimed for technical excellence, versatility, and generosity of spirit. Queensland Ballet Academy creates pathways for aspiring ballet dancers through professional, industry-aligned training and academic education in collaboration with Kelvin Grove State College. The organization is committed to enabling every Queenslander access to ballet and engages over 30,000 people annually through community and education programs.
Queensland Ballet is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The Thomas Dixon Centre at 406 Montague Road, West End 4101 serves as home to Queensland Ballet. Queensland Ballet Academy is located at 101 L’Estrange Terrace, Kelvin Grove, QLD 4059.
Queensland Ballet offers professional ballet performances including classical ballets and contemporary works. It provides professional ballet and dance training programs through Queensland Ballet Academy, including the Clark Pre-Professional Program, Upper and Lower School, Guest Academy Program, and Foundation Program. The organization offers dance and fitness classes at the Thomas Dixon Centre in West End, including Dance for Children programs and Dance & Fitness for Adults with beginner Ballet Foundations courses. Community programs include regional touring, school programs, dance workshops, training programs, public talks, industry experiences, online resources, youth membership programs, school holiday camps, in-school workshops, dance classes, Pilates, and movement classes. The Academy welcomes international students and offers a Homestay Program.
Anyone can attend Queensland Ballet performances and become members. Community dance classes are open to children and adults. Queensland Ballet Academy programs are available by invitation or audition only. The Academy welcomes international students into the Upper and Lower School and Pre-Professional Programs. The organization welcomes people from all backgrounds to join and work with Queensland Ballet.
Queensland Ballet Academy provides training for students from age 6 through to career employment. Dance for Children programs introduce young boys and girls to foundations of dance and movement. Adult classes include beginner Ballet Foundations courses. The Academy offers programs from Foundation Program levels through Upper and Lower School to the Clark Pre-Professional Program, which is a full-time final year training program preparing students to join a professional ballet company.
Queensland Ballet Academy develops dancers towards professional careers in Australia and overseas. The Clark Pre-Professional Program prepares students to join a professional ballet company, with students performing alongside Queensland Ballet Company Artists and in standalone Academy productions. Students have access to the Company’s Performance Health professionals and facilities. The Academy is a global leader in ballet training and sits among the prestigious Prix de Lausanne network of elite partner schools.
Queensland Ballet Academy students undertake professional ballet and dance training with guest teachers and choreographers from Queensland Ballet’s Artistic team and visiting national and international creatives. Upper and Lower School students undertake face-to-face secondary academic studies at Kelvin Grove State College through a partnership with the Queensland Department of Education. Upper School levels have received recognition from the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, allowing students to attain credit points contributing to the Queensland Certificate of Education. Students are nurtured by experienced artistic staff, Performance Health team members, and support staff.
Queensland Ballet produces artistic performances and diverse repertoire including classical ballets and contemporary works. The organization offers season programming with productions including epic masterpieces, contemporary creations, and beloved classics. Accessible performances are offered throughout the year as part of the season program.
Main phone: 07 3013 6666 in Australia or +61 7 3013 6666 internationally. Main email: mail@queenslandballet.com.au. Postal address: PO Box 3791, South Brisbane, Queensland 4101. Thomas Dixon Centre: 406 Montague Road, West End 4101. Academy phone: +61 7 3013 6665. Academy email: academy@queenslandballet.com.au. Academy address: 101 L’Estrange Terrace, Kelvin Grove, QLD 4059.