Dive into an evening of breathtaking dance with Brisbane Ballet’s captivating double bill, Aquila and Morbus, at the Brisbane Powerhouse. This intimate production—featuring just three dancers and three live musicians—blends raw emotion, innovative choreography by Emrys Goldsworthy, and powerful storytelling that resonates deeply, as celebrated by Stage Buzz Brisbane.

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Morbus opens with a gripping portrayal of human struggle, its “sensory punch to the chest” (Stage Buzz Brisbane) set to a haunting score of Baroque masters. Dancers Jordan Lennon, Tahlia Goldsworthy, and Rose Maloney command the stark stage with “astonishing quickness,” their movements weaving a “deeply theatrical” narrative of anguish and isolation. The choreography, described as “both unsettling and mesmerising,” culminates in moments where “the cello wept and the women pressed fists into their mouths,” evoking a profound sense of shared suffering.

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Aquila, a luminous new work composed by 23-year-old Brisbane prodigy Stanlee Harris, transports audiences to a fictional galaxy of love and loss. Its “lush, lyrical” live score and vibrant lighting in “pinks, blues, and purples” frame an interstellar tale of friendship and heartbreak. Standout performances include Tahlia’s “breathtaking” solo, “delicate, haunting, and unforgettable,” and the “bittersweet love letter” of Rose and Jordan’s pas de deux, where “she collapsed into his arms, again and again” (Stage Buzz Brisbane). Jordan Lennon shines as “magnetic,” his every gesture “laced with unspoken longing.”

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Praised by Stage Buzz Brisbane as a “stunning reminder of how dance can move us beyond language,” this double bill contrasts the primal intensity of Morbus with the cosmic romance of Aquila. Join Brisbane Ballet for an unforgettable night of intimate, evocative storytelling that proves the smallest performances leave the deepest impact. Secure your tickets now!