About Scimm. Dance

Scimm. Dance Artistic Directors Scott Pokorny & Tim Barnes

At Scimm. Dance, we pride ourselves on our passion for contemporary dance. Our team of talented artists and educators are dedicated to delivering exceptional performances and providing world-class dance education.

With a strong focus on quality and creativity, we strive to push the boundaries of contemporary dance. We believe that every movement has a story to tell. We invite you to join us on this artistic journey.

Mission

Scimm. Dance exists to captivate and inspire our audiences through the power of contemporary dance. We do this by:

  • Challenging the boundaries between arts industry sectors.

  • Enriching people's lives by inviting them to connect with contemporary dance.

  • Forging links between the dance community which connects us to the broader arts industry.

  • Fusing classical-based technique with contemporary dance and a commercial edge to define our signature style.

Values

Scimm. Dance and our people are:

Invested: We believe that investing in our dancers, our productions, and our community is essential to our success. We prioritize providing our dancers with the resources and training they need to grow and excel. We are also committed to giving back to the community by supporting other artists and organisations that share our values.

Innovative: We are driven by a passion for innovation. We strive to push the boundaries of contemporary dance and explore new avenues of expression through movement. We value creativity, experimentation, and risk-taking to produce work that is of the highest quality.

Cutting Edge: We are committed to being at the forefront of the dance industry. We constantly seek new techniques, technologies, and styles to incorporate into our work. We place a high value on staying current with the latest trends and developments. We believe that staying cutting-edge allows us to create work that is relevant, exciting, and impactful.

Collaborators: Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We believe that by working together, we can create work that is greater than the sum of its parts. We place a high value on listening, sharing ideas, and building relationships with our fellow artists and collaborators. Through collaboration, we can create contemporary dance works that are truly transformative and that have the power to change lives.

Community centric: We believe that dance has the power to bring people together. We are dedicated to building a solid and supportive community, both within our company and in the broader dance world. We value inclusivity, respect, and collaboration as we strive to create an environment where all members feel valued and heard.