Shaun Parker & Company

Shaun Parker & Company SP&Co is an exhilarating and bold Australian dance company. Shaun Parker & Company has enjoyed much international success.

It creates critically acclaimed dance productions, renowned for their integration of stimulating choreographic forms, arresting musical scores and theatrical invention. Shaun Parker & Company is an exciting and bold new dance theatre company led by award winning Artistic Director and Choreographer Shaun Parker. The company's first major production, "Happy As Larry" (2010) toured to over eleven ven

ues in the UK including London’s prestigious Sadlers Wells and played to sold out audiences at the Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and New Zealand Int'l Arts Festival. "The Yard" (2011), a collaboration between Parker and teenage performers from Western Sydney, is about survival and the cultural divide in the school yard, inspired by William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. In 2012, Shaun Parker created two new works for the London Cultural Olympiad, "Trolleys" and "Spill". In 2013 the company is embarking on a 15-city Australian tour of"Happy as Larry", will tour "Trolleys" in the UK and is developing a new work called "Am I", which will debut in 2014. In 2010 "Happy as Larry" won 12 children’s Jury awards in Perth, the Honourable Banksy Award in New Zealand and was nominated for an Australian Dance Award. In 2012 Parker received the 2012 Australian Dance Award for Most Outstanding Production in Youth or Community Dance for his direction and choreography of "The Yard" and the Argus Angel Award for Best Work at the Brighton Festival for "Trolleys". Parker's other works include "This Show Is About People", "Blue Love", "Love Installment" and short films "NO" and "The Love Trilogy". Shaun Parker & Company is funded by Australia Council, Community Arts NSW , City of Sydney and the Seymour Centre.

Shaun Parker & Company is seeking expressions of interest from individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors,...
18/06/2026

Shaun Parker & Company is seeking expressions of interest from individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors, with a particular welcome to those who may wish to be considered for a leadership role as Chair.

Following many years of dedicated service, our long-standing Chair has recently stepped down. Their leadership helped guide the company through a significant period of artistic development and international touring, including during the challenges of the pandemic. As the company enters an exciting new creative phase — developing and launching new works — we are seeking additional board members to help support this momentum and contribute to the organisation’s next chapter.

THE ROLE
Board Directors join a collaborative and engaged company committed to supporting the organisation’s artistic vision, governance and long-term sustainability.

The Board would particularly welcome expressions of interest from individuals with governance experience who may wish to be considered for a leadership role as Chair. This role may be well suited to someone with experience in the arts or cultural sector who is ready to step into their first Chair position with the support of an engaged board.

These are volunteer roles suited to individuals who are passionate about the arts and interested in contributing their skills to an innovative Australian dance company with an international profile.

We welcome applicants with experience in:
- governance and board leadership
- finance, legal or risk management
- philanthropy and fundraising
- arts management or cultural policy
- marketing, communications or partnerships
- arts education
- digital or technology

BOARD COMMITMENTS
Board Director terms are for three years (renewable) and members are expected to attend 6–7 board meetings each year, attend performances & networking events, advocate for the company, and support fundraising and strategic development.

Expressions of interest, including a biography/CV and statement of interest, should be sent to: [email protected]

As part of Shaun Parker & Company's residency at Bankstown Arts Centre, company dancer Samuel Beazley will lead free dai...
12/06/2026

As part of Shaun Parker & Company's residency at Bankstown Arts Centre, company dancer Samuel Beazley will lead free daily dance workshops for the public.

Blending free styles, armography, polyrhythms, waving, popping and contemporary dance moves, with pom-poms these workshops will be a unique experience!

These workshops will be held everyday during our residency at Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

Mon 22 Jun, 9:30-10:30am
Tues 23 Jun, 9:30-10:30am
Wed 24 Jun, 9:30-10:30am and 6-7pm
Thu 25 Jun, 9:30-10:30am
Fri 26 Jun, 9:30-10:30am

OPEN TO ALL BODIES WITH AND WITHOUT DANCE EXPERIENCE
Ages 12+
Click the link to book your spot!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-dance-classes-by-shaun-parker-co-tickets-1988599219798?aff=webpageredirect

These workshops are supported by City of Canterbury Bankstown

27/05/2026

SP&Co is proud to announce the establishment of the Shaun Parker & Company Choreographic Fellowship, made possible through the generous support of the Denise and Michael Kellen Foundation in New York.

The Fellowship offers an Australian choreographer of exceptional talent $100,000 per year over two to three years to develop a major new work on the company’s nine dancers; a rare and transformative investment in Australian dance.

We are thrilled to announce that our inaugural fellow is Wiradjuri and Gamilaraay choreographer Beau Dean Riley Smith

Beau is currently in development on STAIN, an unflinching new work exploring the stains left on this land through the violent origin story of colonisation.

We hope this act of incredible generosity by the Denise and Michael Kellen Foundation inspires others.

We believe Australian dance is worthy of your boldest philanthropic investment! Congratulations Beau!

On this National Sorry Day 2026, Shaun Parker & Co. acknowledges the deep sadness caused by the historic removal of Abor...
26/05/2026

On this National Sorry Day 2026, Shaun Parker & Co. acknowledges the deep sadness caused by the historic removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children by the Australian Government. We honour the resilience of survivors, families and communities and seek to amplify their voices in our work.

With the 2026 theme being ‘from Sorry to Action’ today is an opportunity for all Australians to recognise and reflect upon our shared past; and envision better pathways forward together - on and off the stage.


APPLICATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Banksto...
14/05/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging professional dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) to apply for our upcoming Secondment & Professional Development Program whilst we are in residence at the Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

Selected applicants for the Secondment & Professional Development Program will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and is specifically designed for dancers who are based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug). This secondment program is free of charge, and is invitation only, so please ensure that you submit a strong application for selection.

There is the possibility to work on a ‘flexible’ timetable, depending on each applicants bespoke prior engagements, or work commitments.
TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026 (outline partial times that you are not available – we can work with you to design a flexible timetable).
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company champion diversity and inclusion. We encourage all Canterbury-Bankstown LGA based dancers to apply, particularly those that identify as First Nations, CaLD, LGBTQIA+ and living with a disability.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Banksto...
14/05/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging First Nations professional dancers to apply for our First Nations Paid Dancer Internship Program whilst we are in residence at the Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes, workshops and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and First Nations dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will be selected in consultation with Shaun Parker & Company’s First Nations Cultural Advisor to ensure cultural safety.

PAYMENT: The First Nations Dance Intern shall be paid as per LPA guidelines for Company Dancer Trainee/Intern level @ $1,052.50 per week, plus 12% superannuation, and Annual Leave provision.

TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

📷 SP&Co's 2024 First Nations Paid Intern Dancer Joshua Doctor. Image credit: Prudence Upton

APPLICATIONS CLOSE NEXT WEEK!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankst...
08/05/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE NEXT WEEK!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging professional dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) to apply for our upcoming Secondment & Professional Development Program whilst we are in residence at the Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

Selected applicants for the Secondment & Professional Development Program will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and is specifically designed for dancers who are based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug). This secondment program is free of charge, and is invitation only, so please ensure that you submit a strong application for selection.

There is the possibility to work on a ‘flexible’ timetable, depending on each applicants bespoke prior engagements, or work commitments.

TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026 (outline partial times that you are not available – we can work with you to design a flexible timetable).
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company champion diversity and inclusion. We encourage all Canterbury-Bankstown LGA based dancers to apply, particularly those that identify as First Nations, CaLD, LGBTQIA+ and living with a disability.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE NEXT WEEK!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankst...
08/05/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE NEXT WEEK!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging First Nations professional dancers to apply for our First Nations Paid Dancer Internship Program whilst we are in residence at the Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes, workshops and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and First Nations dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will be selected in consultation with Shaun Parker & Company’s First Nations Cultural Advisor to ensure cultural safety.

PAYMENT: The First Nations Dance Intern shall be paid as per LPA guidelines for Company Dancer Trainee/Intern level @ $1,052.50 per week, plus 12% superannuation, and Annual Leave provision.

TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

📷 SP&Co's 2024 First Nations Paid Intern Dancer Joshua Doctor. Image credit: Prudence Upton

APPLICATIONS EXTENDED!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are...
01/05/2026

APPLICATIONS EXTENDED!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging professional dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) to apply for our upcoming Secondment & Professional Development Program whilst we are in residence at the Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

Selected applicants for the Secondment & Professional Development Program will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and is specifically designed for dancers who are based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug). This secondment program is free of charge, and is invitation only, so please ensure that you submit a strong application for selection.

There is the possibility to work on a ‘flexible’ timetable, depending on each applicants bespoke prior engagements, or work commitments.
TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026 (outline partial times that you are not available – we can work with you to design a flexible timetable).
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company champion diversity and inclusion. We encourage all Canterbury-Bankstown LGA based dancers to apply, particularly those that identify as First Nations, CaLD, LGBTQIA+ and living with a disability.

APPLICATIONS EXTENDED!6pm Friday 15th May, 2026Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are...
01/05/2026

APPLICATIONS EXTENDED!
6pm Friday 15th May, 2026

Shaun Parker & Company with support from City of Canterbury Bankstown are inviting emerging First Nations professional dancers to apply for our First Nations Paid Dancer Internship Program whilst we are in residence at the Bankstown Arts Centre from 22-26 June 2026.

The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will experience working in a professional contemporary dance company environment, undertake daily company classes, workshops and receive one-on-one feedback and guidance by internationally renowned Choreographer and Artistic Director, Shaun Parker.

This opportunity is proudly supported by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council and First Nations dancers based in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA (Darug) are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Paid Dancer Intern will be selected in consultation with Shaun Parker & Company’s First Nations Cultural Advisor to ensure cultural safety.

PAYMENT: The First Nations Dance Intern shall be paid as per LPA guidelines for Company Dancer Trainee/Intern level @ $1,052.50 per week, plus 12% superannuation, and Annual Leave provision.

TO APPLY:
Please email the following material to [email protected]
1. Full Name
2. Contact Details
3. Suburb of Residence
4. Please confirm your availability from 22-26 June 2026
5. 1 page CV
6. Headshot
7. 3-5 min Vimeo or YouTube link of your show reel. (Please choose your video footage carefully, so that you are clearly identifiable and show a variety of your dance and performance skills, as this will enhance your application)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 6pm Friday 15th May, 2026
All applicants notified of outcome by 6pm Friday 22nd May, 2026

📷 SP&Co's 2024 First Nations Paid Intern Dancer Joshua Doctor. Image credit: Prudence Upton

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