Riverina Dance Festival

Region: Rural South and West | Albury | Griffith | Wagga Wagga
Kindergarten to Year 12
Program Dance
Tags: Disability, High potential and gifted (HPGE)

The Riverina Dance Festival celebrates the achievements and dance education programs of public schools across the Riverina.  The festival features students from Kindergarten to Year 12 providing an opportunity for students of all ages, dance backgrounds and abilities to showcase their creativity and performance skills in a professional venue.

The festival is held annually in rotating regional theatres in Albury, Griffith and Wagga Wagga to enable equity of access to all students across the Riverina.

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Enquiries

Cheryl Walker
Arts Coordination Officer
Wagga Wagga
[email protected]
0428 550 202
Katrina Joss
Coordinator
[email protected]
02 6021 3488
Rachel Thomason
Coordinator
[email protected]
Melissa Brown
Festival Coordinator 2026
[email protected]

Venue

Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre

Burns Way off
Tarcutta St
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
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2026 festival

The Riverina Dance Festival will take place on Friday 26 May (Term 2 Week 6) at the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.

There will be 2 shows:

  • Matinee: 12:30 pm
  • Evening show: 7:00 pm

All information related to the Riverina Dance Festival can be found on the RDF 2026 teacher information site.

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Item nominations

Applications for 2026 are now open. To apply, please complete the school item nomination form.

Items will be auditioned via a video submission uploaded to the application form. All details and requirements for the audition can be found on the RDF 2026 teacher information site.

Participation is free. Schools are responsible for supplying any relief, travel, meals and accommodation.

Applications close Friday 20 March 2026 (Term 1 Week 8).

Schools will be notified of the results before the end of Term 1.

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Griffith festival 2025 photos

A student dressed in a sash covered school uniform stands confidently at centre while a group of dancers in dark costumes crouch and curl their hands toward her like playful monsters. Purple and teal stage lighting creates a spooky, theatrical mood.
A large group of dancers in messy school uniforms strikes exaggerated action poses under bright blue lighting. Their excited expressions and dynamic gestures create the feel of a chaotic classroom scene come to life.
Barefoot dancers in black costumes with red collars move across the stage beneath a vivid red projection of overlapping angular shapes. Their tilted heads and twisted postures add to the sharp, abstract energy of the choreography.
A line of dancers in nature inspired dresses stands close together, arms extended forward and upward to touch hands in a glowing triangular shape. Green and golden lighting washes the stage, giving the moment an organic, ritual-like feeling.
A dancer in a long red tulle skirt stands lifted at the top of a human pyramid, her arms reaching straight upward. The dancers below surround her in matching red costumes, extending their hands toward her as warm orange and red lighting washes across the stage like fire or sunset.
Young performers dressed in oversized white costumes with bold purple accents dance under pink and purple lighting. One dancer with a large spiky yellow wig leans forward centre stage, smiling, while the rest strike energetic poses behind them.
A group of dancers strikes glamorised poses under bright stage lights, wearing gold sequin tops with short orange fringe skirts. The performers stand in a staggered formation, each dramatically tilting their heads and arms as colourful lights beam behind them.
A large group of young dancers dressed in black forms a tight cluster onstage, reaching their arms outward and upward around one central performer whose face is covered in a silver reflective mask. Low, moody lighting creates deep shadows and a dramatic spotlight on the centre figure.
Ballet dancers in pastel tutus perform elegant poses alongside hip-hop dancers in casual shirts and shorts, sharing the stage under bright blue and pink lighting. Their contrasting movement styles create a playful, energetic mix.
A group of young dancers poses together in two rows under blue and green stage lighting, wearing black tops with white or neutral skirts. The centre performer stands proudly with her arms crossed while dancers around her kneel or lean toward her with expressive faces.
A line of dancers in matching black costumes with fringe detail leans forward with their chins resting on their hands, forming a playful, synchronised pose under warm orange and purple stage lights.
A single dancer stands barefoot at centre stage in a white contemporary costume, while the surrounding dancers bend forward with their hands on the floor. Spotlights filter through a projected abstract background resembling falling textures.
A group of young dancers wearing black tops with red or yellow spotted skirts performs an animated routine under colourful lighting. One dancer in front gestures with wide eyes and outstretched arms as the others react with exaggerated expressions.
A formation of dancers in sleek black outfits with glittering skirts perform sharp jazz movements under purple and blue lighting. Several dancers extend their arms and hands forward as if reaching or pointing toward the audience.
Young dancers dressed like playful witches perform a lively routine, wearing black leotards with colourful tulle skirts and pointed headpieces. They lift one knee and twirl ribbon wands as two brooms lie on the stage floor under warm orange and green lighting.
A group of contemporary dancers in black costumes with aqua strap detailing crowd together inside a large square metal frame. Their arms reach and bend in different directions as dim spotlights cut through the darkness, highlighting tension and confinement.
A cheerful group of young ballet dancers in gold glitter bodices and layered yellow tutus poses together in a radiant formation. Under purple and pink lighting, they lift their arms in curved ballet shapes with bright, smiling faces.
A large ensemble in black costumes strikes powerful wide-stance poses beneath swirling, web-like stage projections. Two metal frames with hanging white cords stand at the back as dancers stretch their arms outward under dramatic red and teal lighting.
Dancers in magenta costumes accented with floral vines reach their arms forward in a sweeping gesture. Pink and purple lighting surrounds them as they perform barefoot in a lyrical style, with leafy details braided into their hair.
A large group of dancers dressed as stylised pirates forms a triangular formation, with the central performer lifted high and raising one fist proudly. They wear striped sashes, head scarfs, and black pants under vivid red and green stage lighting.
Dancers in tropical shirts and shorts hold large striped beach balls overhead under bright purple and yellow lights. They perform barefoot with a fun, summery energy, standing in rows across the stage.
A group of dancers in burgundy dresses perform beneath dramatic purple and gold lighting, with one dancer kneeling at centre holding a wooden box above her head as the ensemble forms sculptural poses around her.
Dancers dressed as old-fashioned newspaper sellers in suspenders and caps pose energetically with newspapers, lit by bold green and orange stage lighting.
Contemporary dancers in black and metallic costumes move dynamically while connected by long white ropes, forming a web-like pattern across the stage under blue and green lights.
Dancers in bright rainbow-colored dresses create a formation with four standing in the centre reaching upward, while the rest crawl and curve on the floor around them under teal and amber lighting.
A group of dancers in silky red and white slip dresses move with tense, intertwined motions under warm gold and red lighting, creating dramatic shapes that suggest emotional struggle.
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Albury festival 2024 photos

Albury High School dancers on a blue lit stage wearing black costumes
Albury High School dancers on a pink lit stage wearing pink jackets and black pants
Albury Junior Dance Ensemble dancers on stage wearing fun and colourful gaming themed costumes
Ashmont Public School dancers on a purple lit stage wearing cololurful costumes
Barradambang dancers on a bright flame like lit stage wearing olive shirts, black shorts and ochre face paint
Coolamon Central School dancers on a purple lit stage wearing black, red and white plaid costumes
Cootamundra High School dancers on a blue lit stage one in mid leap
Gundagai South Public School dancers on a blue lit stage wearing sailor themed costumes
Kooringal High School dancers on a blue lit stage wearing white and pastel blue dresses
Lake Albert Public School dancers on a purple lit stage wearing butterfly costumes
Lavington Public School dancers on a purple lit stage wearing Alice in Wonderland inspired costumes
Leeton High School dancers on a striking blue lit stage wearing navy blue costumes
Leeton Public School dancers on a purple lit stage with the one student lifted and holding a lantern
Narrandera Schools dancers on a black lit stage wearing black pants, white shirts, red suspenders and gangster hats
Parkview Public School dancers on a blue lit stage wearing black, white and red pirate themed costumes
Two Red Hill Public School dancers on an orange lit stage posing as an animal
Riverina Albury Senior Dance Ensemble dancers on an orange lit stage wearing 1940s inspired costumes
South Wagga Public School dancers on a purple lit stage wearing black Maleficent inspired costumes
Temora High School dancers on an orange lit stage wearing 1950s inspired full skirts, black shirts and sunglasses
Temora High School dancers on an orange lit stage wearing christmas themed costumes
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Wagga Wagga festival 2023 photos

Ashmont Public School Dancers in nature coloured outfirs under yellow lights
Ashmont Public School
Barham High School Dancers in borwn dresses posing under blue lights
Barham High Schoo
Two Cootamundra High School dancers mid air in pale blue green dresses
Cootamundra High School
James Fallon High School Senior Dancers in kneeling pose wearing white outfits
James Fallon High School
James Fallon High School dancers in black and red dresses under straks of white lights
James Fallon High School
Lavington Public School dancers sitting in a circle facing each other with arms raised
Lavington Public School
Leeton High School dancers in red to black ombre dresses lifting one student
Leeton High School
Leeton Public School dancers dressed as creatures under the sea including fish crabs and a shark
Leeton Public School
Narrandera Public and Narrandera High School danceers wearing Alice in Wionderland costumes under streaks of white light
Narrandera Public and Narrandera High School
North Wagga Public School dancers dressed as characters from Angry Birds posing with their hands on their hips
North Wagga Public School
Red Hill Public School wearing hand painted and tie dyed bown clothing under orange lights
Red Hill Public School
Riverina Albury Junior Ensemble in a group formation leaning back and wearing futuristic costumes
Riverina Albury Junior Ensemble
Riverina Albury Senior Ensemble dancers in natural coloured plain clothing in dramatic poses either kneeling face down or standing with arms raised
Riverina Albury Senior Ensemble
Children in colourful costumes performing a dance on stage with purple lighting.
South Wagga Public School dancers in bright coloured costumes posing in a line with their hands raised
South Wagga Public School
Sturt Public School dancers smiling and wearing school unifrom costumes
Sturt Public School
Temora High students wearing blue pants and white tops dancing in pairs with one pulling the other and
Temora High School
Temora High School Stage 4 and 5 students in pastel coloured flowing tops and shorts posing under a broken umbrella
Temora High School Stage 4 and 5
Temora Public School dancers wearing black tops and black flared pants posing with hands raised
Temora Public School
Wagga Wagga High School Junior Ensemble wearing white flowy outfits kneeling in a circle with a single student posing in the centre
Wagga Wagga High School Junior Ensemble.
Wagga Wagga High School Learning Support students dressed as characters from Mario Brothers with arms out stretched and leaning to the side
Wagga Wagga High School Learning Support Ensemble
Wagga Wagga High School Learning Support dancer in blue overalls and green top leaping into the air
Wagga Wagga High School Learning Support
Wagga Wagga High School Senior dancers wearing vibrant chiffon jumsuits holding a student in the air
Wagga Wagga High School Senior Ensemble
Wagga Wagga High School Year 8 and 9 students in black pants, red tops and green aprons posing with inflatable toy tools
Wagga Wagga High School Year 8 and 9 ensemble
Wagga Wagga High School Year 9 Ensemble
Wagga Wagga High School Year 9 Ensemble
Young North Public School students wearing white shirts and red skirts
Young North Public School
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Griffith festival 2022 photos

students in 2 lines on stage dressed in yellow and black with arms by side and heads down
students in a group facing to right dresses as flamingoes with white tops and pink fluffy skirts
group of young dancers in a centre clump clapping with coloured tshirts and socks
5 students and a bench on stage - 2 standing on bench
5 students pointing and pulling faces towards side of stage
5 students on stage in hawaiian shirts, boardshorts and flippers
8 students dressed in black and grey with check shirts around waist standing in a line connected
2 students on floor pushing up on hands
students with arms out and knees slightly bent looking up to sky
5 students lifting another student into the air dressed in black costumes with red lighting
students in a tight circle facing to centre with arms reaching back.
students in group reaching out with arms on different levels dressed in burgundy costumes
students on stage with arms behind back facing side stage
students on stage in white shorts and tshirt and a red hat
group of students in middle doing lift with a student above head. Other students in circle around them
8 students on stage in pairs standing back to back with arms joined - dressed in white shirts
students in a line on stage alternate one up with arms above head, one down with hands on hips
group of students laying on floor with legs up straight into air
3 students on stage in white dresses with hands up at head like they are sleeping
9 dancers on stage dressed in Bollywood costumes
students on stage in black leotards doing a lift with a student above their heads
Riverina Albury Senior Dance Ensemble
group of students on stage in black costumes with ribbons around hands
students on floor with arched backs and one arm up at neck
Male dancer on stage with arms behind back
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All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the Riverina Dance Festival, please email [email protected] so that we can assist.