Dance Victoria

Mark Godden's choreographic genius brings us an explosive new look at the master of mind control, Svengali— a character out of George du Maurier’s 1895 novel, Trilby. Yearning for public recognition, Svengali escapes the repression of his mother's ballet studio to a decadent world reminiscent of early-20th-century Weimar, where he finds the beautiful and malleable young dancer, Trilby. Under Svengali's powerful influence, Trilby is transformed into the darling of the ballet world, but her star ultimately rises beyond Svengali's emotional grasp. This complex psychological drama unfolds with riveting choreography as Svengali's family secrets and sinister purposes are revealed. You'll be mesmerized.

Warning: Contains ADULT THEMES

Please join us for an artist-audience chat in the theatre lobby prior to each performance. We invite a member of the company to talk about their experience choreographing, dancing, and touring the performance you're about to see. Our pre-show chats begin 45 minutes before curtain and are free to ticket holders.