Burn The Floor Partners With Nextsense For Charity Gala At Coliseum Theatre

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International dance phenomenon Burn The Floor has announced a new charity partnership with NextSense, with a special Charity Gala performance of its spectacular new production LUMINOUS to be held at Coliseum Theatre on Saturday 26 September 2026.

Hosted by beloved television personalities and dancers Tristan MacManus and Kym Johnson, the exclusive gala performance will see $10 from every ticket sold donated to NextSense, supporting children, adults and families impacted by hearing and vision loss. Tickets are available now from www.burnthefloor.com

The partnership brings together two organisations united by a shared belief in the power of human connection, inclusion and the transformative impact of the arts.

Burn The Floor: LUMINOUS is the company’s exhilarating new production, celebrating the artistry, athleticism and passion of dance. Featuring an international cast of world-class dancers, spectacular live music and breathtaking choreography by acclaimed director Jason Gilkison, LUMINOUS blends the elegance of Ballroom and Latin dance with contemporary theatrical storytelling in a production that is bold, exhilarating and emotionally charged.

Having captivated audiences in more than 180 cities across 30 countries, Burn The Floor continues to redefine ballroom dance for a new generation through its signature fusion of precision, passion and world-class entertainment.

The Charity Gala offers audiences the opportunity to experience this internationally acclaimed production while making a meaningful contribution to one of Australia’s leading organisations supporting people with hearing and vision loss.

For more than 160 years, NextSense has empowered people with hearing and vision loss through specialist education, therapy, research and clinical services. As Australia’s largest provider of cochlear implant services, the organisation continues to transform lives through innovation, advocacy and support.

Harley Medcalf, Producer of Burn The Floor, said: “For more than 25 years, Burn The Floor has celebrated the power of dance to connect people across cultures, languages and generations. Partnering with NextSense for this Charity Gala is a natural extension of those values. We’re incredibly proud that this special performance will not only entertain audiences, but also help raise awareness and support the extraordinary work NextSense does every day.”

Trish Charan, General Manager of the Coliseum Theatre said “Coliseum Theatre is proud to support this special Charity Gala performance of Burn The Floor in aid of NextSense. We’re delighted to work with Harley and Burn The Floor to help raise awareness of the invaluable work NextSense does within the community. Bringing audiences together for world-class entertainment while supporting a meaningful cause reflects the power of live performance to create a lasting impact both on and off the stage.”

The Burn The Floor Charity Gala promises to be an unforgettable evening where extraordinary performance meets meaningful philanthropy, demonstrating how the performing arts can inspire audiences while making a lasting difference within the community.

EVENT DETAILS
Venue: Coliseum Theatre, Rooty Hill
Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
Performance Time: 7.30pm
Prices: From $59 (Transaction fees apply) with $10 from every ticket sold will be donated to NextSense
Bookings: www.burnthefloor.com , or email contactus@coliseumtheatre.com.au or phone 02 9625 5500

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The Nutcracker On Ice Skates Into Sydney This Christmas

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Sydney’s festive season is about to get a spectacular new centrepiece, with it announced today that the internationally acclaimed Imperial Ice Stars will return to Sydney’s Coliseum Theatre this December for an Australian-exclusive season of The Nutcracker on Ice.

With demand expected to be high following the company’s acclaimed season of Swan Lake on Ice, audiences are encouraged to join the official waitlist now to unlock exclusive priority access and save $20 per ticket, while also going into the draw to win four Opening Night tickets.* Join the waitlist at https://coliseumtheatre.com.au/whats-on/the-nutcracker-on-ice/

Bringing together the beauty of classical ballet, Olympic-level ice skating and breathtaking theatrical spectacle, The Nutcracker on Ice transforms Tchaikovsky’s beloved score into a dazzling production unlike any other. Created by world-renowned Artistic Director Tony Mercer, the production combines magnificent choreography, high-speed skating, spectacular acrobatics and lavish costumes in a magical family experience for all ages.

Richard Errington, CEO of West HQ, said welcoming the Imperial Ice Stars back to the Coliseum Theatre was a major highlight for Western Sydney. “The Coliseum continues to draw audiences from far and wide for exceptional performances, and welcoming the Imperial Ice Stars back is a highlight for Western Sydney. Their production of Swan Lake on Ice earlier last year was a standout success, attracting visitors from across Sydney and beyond who came to experience the scale and artistry of this world-class company.”

“We’re thrilled to close out 2026 with a two-week Australian-exclusive season of The Nutcracker on Ice. It’s a privilege to bring international performance of this scale to our stage and we look forward to welcoming audiences from near and far for a season that will elevate Western Sydney’s reputation for world-class entertainment and deliver an unforgettable finale to the year.”

Tony Mercer, Artistic Director of the Imperial Ice Stars, said “The Coliseum Theatre gave the Imperial Ice Stars the most incredible start to 2025 when we appeared there with our production of Swan Lake on Ice in January. Two weeks of warm and wonderful standing ovations to our production started the year with a bang.

Now we have the pleasure of bringing our enchanting production of The Nutcracker on Ice to bring the year of 2026 to a close. I promise you an evening of excitement with the beautiful tale of Clara and her adventures with her nutcracker doll and the wondrous journey it will take her on. Edge-of-your-seat excitement along with a story that warms the heart. I am so happy to be returning to one of the world’s newest and most unique theatres and do hope you can join me and my Imperial Ice Stars for an evening of theatre magic!”

The story follows young Clara, who receives a mysterious wooden nutcracker that magically comes to life. Guided by the Sugar Plum Fairy, she embarks on an enchanting journey through a winter wonderland and the Kingdom of Sweets, where imagination, adventure and wonder await. Featuring the Imperial Ice Stars’ signature ice-skating artistry, dramatic storytelling and breathtaking stage design, The Nutcracker on Ice promises an unforgettable festive theatre experience that will delight audiences from the moment the ice comes alive.

Those wanting the best value are encouraged to WAITLIST NOW, with waitlist members receiving exclusive priority access, $20 off every ticket purchased during the Waitlist period, and the chance to win four tickets to Opening Night.* (Terms and conditions apply.)

Join the waitlist now to be first in line for tickets and exclusive savings before tickets go on general sale at https://coliseumtheatre.com.au/whats-on/the-nutcracker-on-ice/

Priority Presales: From 23rd July, 10am
Kids’ Tickets start at $48 plus booking fees (Early Bird Only)

General Public On Sale: Thursday 6 August, 10am
Tickets start at $68 plus booking fees.

BOOKINGS
INTERNET: COLISEUMTHEATRE.COM.AU or TICKETEK.COM.AU
PHONE: 02 9625 5500 10am to 5pm
IN PERSON AT: WEST HQ Box Office, 33 Railway Street, Rooty Hill, NSW 2766

 

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