Queensland Ballet and HOTA Forge Bold New Partnership With Exclusive World Premiere of Elastic Hearts

Queensland Ballet and HOTA Forge Bold New Partnership With Exclusive World Premiere of Elastic Hearts

07 Jul 2025

In a powerful alignment of artistic ambition and cultural leadership, Queensland Ballet and HOTA, Home of the Arts have today announced a landmark three-year partnership that will see the creation of three music-led world premieres exclusive to the Gold Coast.

The partnership launches with the debut of Elastic Hearts, a genre-defying dance experience choreographed and directed by Garry Stewart, featuring the music of global pop icon Sia, reimagined with cinematic power by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

This collaboration unites two of the state’s most dynamic arts organisations in a shared commitment to pushing artistic boundaries, nurturing Australian talent, and delivering unforgettable large-scale productions.

It signals a powerful new era for contemporary performance on the Gold Coast, positioning the
city as a leading destination for world-class cultural experiences.
“This three-year partnership marks a transformational moment for HOTA and the Gold Coast,”
Yarmila Alfonzetti, Heads of Arts and Culture, Experience Gold Coast said.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region. 
 
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.