Dancehouse and RISING

RISING Dance Works at Dancehouse | Australian Dance Biennale 2026

Discover two contemporary dance works by RISING at Dancehouse in 2026. Presented as part of the inaugural Australian Dance Biennale, this partnership showcases innovative choreography and celebrates Australia’s diverse dance landscape.

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2026 Dancehouse RISING Program 

Dancehouse is at the heart of Melbourne’s inaugural Australian Dance Biennale, which runs as part of the RISING festival from 27 May to 8 June 2026. The festival features more than 100 events and 376 artists across venues throughout the city, making dance the centrepiece of this landmark event. Dancehouse will host two significant performances exploring the body as a site of resistance and transformation. They are Exposure by Branch Nebula and Frankie by Martin Hansen.