Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia Appoints Co-Artistic Directors Cass Mortimer Eipper and Charmene Yap
Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia, based in Western Australia, has revealed that Cass Mortimer Eipper and Charmene Yap will serve as the new Co-Artistic Directors. The duo, who have deep connections to the region, will move to Perth/Boorloo with their family to assume their roles. This appointment signifies a return to their roots, as both artists began their careers in Western Australia before establishing their collaboration on the East Coast. The choice to have two Artistic Directors is seen as unexpected, introducing a distinctive leadership model for the company. ArtsHub, an Australian arts news outlet, made the announcement, also mentioning other industry appointments, including the Sydney Opera House's search for a new CEO after Louise Herron's departure.
Key facts
- Cass Mortimer Eipper and Charmene Yap are the new Co-Artistic Directors of Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia.
- The couple will relocate to Perth/Boorloo with their family.
- Both artists have strong ties to Western Australia, where their early careers were shaped.
- They formed their creative partnership on the East Coast before this appointment.
- The decision to appoint two Artistic Directors is described as surprising.
- The Sydney Opera House is seeking a new CEO after Louise Herron's departure.
- The announcement was published by ArtsHub, an Australian arts news platform.
- ArtsHub also listed opportunities for creatives for the weeks of 17-23 August 2026 and 10-16 August 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Cass Mortimer Eipper
- Charmene Yap
Institutions
- Co3 Contemporary Dance Australia
- ArtsHub
- Sydney Opera House
Locations
- Western Australia
- Perth
- Boorloo
- Australia