Sydney Dance Company's 40 Years at the Wharf Celebrated in Photo Gallery
To mark the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Dance Company's residency at the Wharf in Sydney, Australia, The Guardian has launched a new photo gallery. This collection includes both archival and contemporary images, featuring the work of Max Dupain, who captured the site in 1987. It chronicles the Wharf's evolution from the 1920s to its current cultural relevance, showcasing significant visuals such as a construction image from the 1920s, a 1970 photograph of the Lady Denman ferry, and key moments from the company's journey, including Graeme Murphy in 1988 and productions by Rafael Bonachela. Bonachela, the artistic director, emphasizes the Wharf's pivotal role in shaping the company's identity. The gallery aligns with the 'Current' season, utilizing photos from various archives.
Key facts
- Sydney Dance Company has been at the Wharf for 40 years.
- Max Dupain was commissioned in 1987 to photograph the new premises.
- The gallery includes a 1920s construction photo of Wharf 4-5.
- A 1970 photo shows the Lady Denman ferry passing the wharves.
- Graeme Murphy is pictured during rehearsals in 1988.
- Shane Placentino, Simon Turner, and Katherine Griffiths rehearsed Stephen Petronio's Underland in 2003.
- Rafael Bonachela's productions 2 One Another (2012) and Impermanence (2021) are featured.
- The Wharf houses both Sydney Dance Company and Sydney Theatre Company.
- Rafael Bonachela is the artistic director of Sydney Dance Company.
Entities
Artists
- Max Dupain
- Rafael Bonachela
- Graeme Murphy
- Stephen Petronio
- Shane Placentino
- Simon Turner
- Katherine Griffiths
- Charmene Yap
- Richard Cilli
Institutions
- Sydney Dance Company
- Sydney Theatre Company
- State Library of NSW
- State Archives Collection
- Museums of History
- City of Sydney Archives
- National Library of Australia
- The Guardian
Locations
- Sydney
- Australia
- Wharf 4-5
- Hickson Road
- Neilson Studio