Kinesis 2026 | ADC Pre-Professional Program

Name: Kinesis 2026 | ADC Pre-Professional Program
Start: 2026-11-14T19:30:00+1000
End: 2026-11-14T20:45:00+1000
Location: JWAC Performance Space

Fri, 13 Nov, 7:30pm - 8:45pm AEST

JWAC Performance Space

Fortitude Valley QLD, Australia

Australasian Dance Collective

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Australasian Dance Collective’s Pre-Professional Program set into motion.

Kinesis — featuring works by Riannon McLean, Jack Lister and Jayden Wall — showcases the extraordinary talent and artistry of our 2026 PPP cohort.

Join us for this dynamic triple bill and witness the graduating season of a new generation of dance artists.

Lineup

Riannon McLean | Pre-Professional Program Director

Riannon McLean was a member of Australasian Dance Collective (formally EDC, Expressions Dance Company) from 2007 to 2013, performing in such productions as Virtually Richard, On Thin Ice — Maggi Sietsma Where the Heart Is, R&J, Carmen Sweet and When Time Stops — Natalie Weir. A professional dance artist, creator and choreographer, her extensive experience as a professional performer, teacher and creator, spans 24 years. Having worked both here in Australia and on the international stage with acclaimed choreographers and companies, Riannon has received continuous recognition for her strong and poignant character portrayals, beautiful maturity, skill, and finesse. Riannon’s renowned teaching capabilities, passion for education and mentorship qualities have seen her teach as a guest teacher and choreographer throughout Australia and for international companies and training schools. She returned to the stage in 2022 performing in Richard Causer’s Apartness and Callosity for the Encore season. Riannon was the ADC Youth Ensemble Director from 2019 to 2024.
Jack Lister | Associate Artistic Director

Jack Lister is an Australian dancer, choreographer and creative whose work spans stage, screen and large-scale performance. After graduating from The Australian Ballet School, he joined Queensland Ballet in 2014, performing and originating many roles across the classical and contemporary repertoire, before beginning to create his own work in 2015. He joined ADC as a company artist in 2020 and was appointed Associate Choreographer with Queensland Ballet. He became Creative Associate of ADC in 2022 and Associate Artistic Director in 2024. Lister has created a significant body of work for ADC, developing a distinct choreographic voice through ambitious, large-scale and site-specific productions. His work also extends across contemporary dance and ballet companies worldwide, where his creations have met with critical and audience acclaim. For ADC, his works Halcyon (2023), RELIC (2025) and Code of Conduct (2026) have transformed unconventional spaces into immersive performance environments. In 2025, he was a lead creative on Bad Nature, an international collaboration between ADC, Club Guy & Roni and Boris Acket, which toured extensively. Alongside his creations, he continues to work as a performer, collaborating with leading Australian and international choreographers.
Jayden Wall | Guest Choreographer

Jayden Wall is a highly considered independent dancer and choreographer based out of Melbourne who is nationally recognised for his passion and versatility. Jayden is devoted to exploring movements of the body with current practices focused on improvisation within contemporary ideologies, floor work, house dance, choreographing and making. Jayden stays conscious on the path to deepen his artistic range and sensibilities. His creative pulse moves fluidly across styles, allowing him to adapt, respond, and contribute meaningfully within diverse artistic contexts.

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Australasian Dance Collective is one of Australia’s leading contemporary dance companies.

Established in 1984 as Expressions Dance Company by Maggi Sietsma AM, the company has created more than 190 works by 86 national and international choreographers.

Based in Brisbane, Queensland, with an extraordinary ensemble of six company artists, we have achieved significant recognition through national awards, including three Helpmann Awards and three Australian Dance Awards.

Under the leadership of Artistic Director & CEO, Amy Hollingsworth, we are a collective of artists, creatives and collaborators working together to connect, empower and inspire. We are defined by our commitment to excellence in both performance and sector development - delivering extensive education and community engagement opportunities - contributing to the evolution and future of contemporary dance.

We create multiple new works annually, collaborate nationally and internationally and present performance seasons at major Australian venues including our presenting partner venue, Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

ADC prioritises collaboration and artistic risk-taking to create exhilarating dance works - redefining our boundaries and reimagining our connection with audiences.

ADC Pre-Professional Program

Our Pre-Professional Program offers full-time vocational training for contemporary dancers. Led by Pre-Professional Program Director Riannon McLean, our PPP aims to cultivate creative, versatile and employable dance artists, with strong and diverse artistic voices and excellence in technical and performance capabilities. Students gain invaluable experience training alongside a professional company and graduate with a CUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) upon successful completion of the course.

ADC Youth Ensemble

Our Youth Ensemble comprises like-minded dancers aged 14-19, who share the same passions and creative pathways. Creativity is at the forefront of our program and Australasian Dance Collective aims to enrich, inspire and support the young dancers of our community. Youth Ensemble Director Courtney Scheu, leads a program that will enhance the dancers' learning and capabilities by encouraging a strong focus on their individual development. Guest teachers further extend technique through creative skills workshops and there is a great emphasis on the importance of communication as an ensemble as well as the implementation of creative habits to build confidence and encourage curiosity and exploration.

ADC Mature Program

The Mature Program facilitates a range of movement practices, fosters a sense of community, promotes healthy living and positive ageing. Our tailored program invigorates and inspires, developing your physical and creative skills in a welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating environment. Led by Mature Program Director Jaime Redfern, the program encompasses three streams of opportunity: Mature Classes, Mature Intensive and the Mature Ensemble. We welcome anyone who has an interest in moving their bodies, joyously. No previous dance experience is necessary.