Commencing in May 2025 (dates to be confirmed)

True Grit is an accessible dance workshop held in partnership with the Australian Ballet, the Sydney Opera House, and Lifestart.

This program is a part of the Sydney Opera House access program legacy which has sought to bring dance to young people with disabilities in an empowering, developmental and self-determined way. 

True Grit focuses on supporting young people with learning and physical challenges (17 to 25 years) to become the next generation of creatives and audiences, through choreographic and performative dance activities centred on choreographic craft, the company, creative careers and the world, to build the skills needed to contribute to a bright and creative future.

Jasmin Dwyer, Program Manager Education and Outreach, The Australian Ballet

We are excited to be offering True Grit again in 2025, starting in May.

Sessions occur on a Tuesday afternoon – usually each fortnight. Participants can join in person or online. Sessions include dance, the theory of dance and aspects of production such as lighting and costumes. The program culminates with some workshops and the final performance at the Sydney Opera House on Thursday 4 September. 

Lifestart will support participants to engage in the program and to set personal goals. 

We are currently taking Expressions of Interest.

To find out more, please contact Rosemary Cordi at rosemarycordi@lifestart.org.au or 0476 984 625