The Australian Ballet: And We Danced
The Australian Ballet has evolved to become our nations most treasured performing arts company and an icon of dance. And We Danced looks back to reveal what has shaped this world-class institution and made it uniquely ours.
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The Australian Ballet: And We Danced - Episode 1
Episode 1 - Act 1 1962 - 1979
With the future of ballet in Australia under threat, charismatic British born dancer Peggy Van Praagh arrives, lighting the spark for a uniquely Australian ballet company. But as the newly formed Australian Ballet finds its feet, things are far from smooth sailing.
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The Australian Ballet: And We Danced - Episode 2
Episode 2 – Act 2 1980 - 1999
Tensions between the creative and business sides of the company come to a head, culminating in a 21-day dancer’s strike. After a marked period of instability, which sees a succession of artistic directors, the tenacious company bounces back with youth and vitality.
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The Australian Ballet: And We Danced - Episode 3
Episode 3 – Act 3 2000 - 2020
The Ballet is catapulted into the 21st century with the appointment of Artistic Director David McAllister, a former dancer whose 20-year career at the top shakes things up both on and off the stage.
Producer: Veronica Fury
Director: Andy Southwell
Writer & Stor...
