INDance is a curated program of some of Australia’s most compelling independent dance, presented by Sydney Dance Company.
Tickets and full program to be announced later this year.
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INDance 2026
Dates
30 April 2026 – 9 May 2026
Location
Neilson Studio at Sydney Dance Company
(10 minutes from Barangaroo Metro Station)
Supported by
The Neilson Foundation
INDance is an annual curated program of innovative dance works created and performed by independent Australian artists. Returning this year from 30 April 2026 – 9 May 2026, the program will feature four compelling new works across two weekends at the Neilson Studio, Sydney Dance Company.
This is a unique opportunity to see conceptual works that push the boundaries of dance and reflect contemporary Australia.
Supported by the Neilson Foundation, this two-week program has been created to provide independent artists with the opportunity to reach new audiences, and to give audiences the chance to see some of Australia’s most evocative dance works.
Artists are selected by an independent panel led by Sydney Dance Company’s Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela.
Tickets and full program to be announced later this year.
2026 marks the fifth year of the INDance program. Sydney Dance Company and the Neilson Foundation are proud to champion independent dance makers, providing vital support and a professional platform for new voices to share their work. Over the past four years, INDance has showcased bold, risk-taking performances from a wide range of artists, building an important space for innovation within the Australian dance landscape.
To learn more about the Expression of Interest process and explore previous programs, click below.
Neilson Studio
Location
Sydney Dance Company Wharf Studios
Wharf 4/5, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point
NSW 2000
The Neilson Studio is Sydney Dance Company’s newest performance and theatre space located at our refurbished Wharf Studios at the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.
Getting Here
There are many options for getting to Sydney Dance Company’s Wharf Studios:
Sydney Dance Company
Wharf 4/5, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point
NSW 2000
Public Transport
Public transport is the best way to get to the Wharf. You can arrive by train, bus or ferry.
Train
Sydney Dance Company is a 10 minute walk from the Barangaroo Metro, a 15 minute walk from Circular Quay train station and a 20 minute walk from Wynyard train station.
Bus services
Buses 324 and 325 run from the CBD to Dawes Point, with stops on Hickson Rd just outside Sydney Dance Company. For details please visit Transport NSW or telephone 131 500.
Parking at The Wharf
While on-street metered parking is available, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located nearby:
● Bond One, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point, entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo
More Information
For more information about the Neilson Studio or Sydney Dance Company, please contact our Box Office via phone +61 2 9221 4811 or email at boxoffice@sydneydancecompany.com.
INDance 2026
Dates
30 April 2026 – 9 May 2026
Location
Neilson Studio at Sydney Dance Company
(10 minutes from Barangaroo Metro Station)
Supported by
The Neilson Foundation
INDance is an annual curated program of innovative dance works created and performed by independent Australian artists. Returning this year from 30 April 2026 – 9 May 2026, the program will feature four compelling new works across two weekends at the Neilson Studio, Sydney Dance Company.
This is a unique opportunity to see conceptual works that push the boundaries of dance and reflect contemporary Australia.
Supported by the Neilson Foundation, this two-week program has been created to provide independent artists with the opportunity to reach new audiences, and to give audiences the chance to see some of Australia’s most evocative dance works.
Artists are selected by an independent panel led by Sydney Dance Company’s Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela.
Tickets and full program to be announced later this year.
2026 marks the fifth year of the INDance program. Sydney Dance Company and the Neilson Foundation are proud to champion independent dance makers, providing vital support and a professional platform for new voices to share their work. Over the past four years, INDance has showcased bold, risk-taking performances from a wide range of artists, building an important space for innovation within the Australian dance landscape.
To learn more about the Expression of Interest process and explore previous programs, click below.
Neilson Studio
Location
Sydney Dance Company Wharf Studios
Wharf 4/5, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point
NSW 2000
The Neilson Studio is Sydney Dance Company’s newest performance and theatre space located at our refurbished Wharf Studios at the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.
Getting Here
There are many options for getting to Sydney Dance Company’s Wharf Studios:
Sydney Dance Company
Wharf 4/5, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point
NSW 2000
Public Transport
Public transport is the best way to get to the Wharf. You can arrive by train, bus or ferry.
Train
Sydney Dance Company is a 10 minute walk from the Barangaroo Metro, a 15 minute walk from Circular Quay train station and a 20 minute walk from Wynyard train station.
Bus services
Buses 324 and 325 run from the CBD to Dawes Point, with stops on Hickson Rd just outside Sydney Dance Company. For details please visit Transport NSW or telephone 131 500.
Parking at The Wharf
While on-street metered parking is available, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located nearby:
● Bond One, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point, entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo
More Information
For more information about the Neilson Studio or Sydney Dance Company, please contact our Box Office via phone +61 2 9221 4811 or email at boxoffice@sydneydancecompany.com.