Louder than Words – Sydney Dance Company

Overview

Expect to see the human body pushed to its absolute limits, choreography that seems almost miraculous and a potent blending of music, poetry, costuming and design. In this exclusive Sydney season, Louder Than Words is bringing two of the most awe-inspiring dance works (ever!) to the Sydney Dance Company stage. And they're both world premieres.

From SDC artistic director, Rafael Bonachela, there's Scattered Rhymes, which is a collaboration with Australian composer Nick Wales and Grammy-nominated British composer Tarik O'Regan. It's an exploration of love in all its incarnations — from the unrequited to the sensual to the divine.

Then, from Greek choreographer Andonis Foniadakis, there's Parenthesis, which features an original score written by French composer Julien Tarride and costumes created by fashion designer-photographer Tassos Sofroniou. It's an intense, athletic journey into the duality contained within an intimate relationship.

With only 11 shows in the season, you'll want to lock down your tickets early; this is one impressive double-bill.

Image: Justin Ridler.