Queensland Ballet
Kym Stokes is an experienced dance professional currently serving as the QBA Foundation Program Coordinator and Academy Teacher at Queensland Ballet since January 2021. Additionally, Kym holds the position of Company Manager and Rehearsal Director for Ballet Theatre Queensland, which offers opportunities for young dancers. As a versatile event and entertainment provider with Majestic Artists since 2000, Kym has delivered bespoke entertainment for notable events including Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and the Australian Engineers Awards. Kym has performed as a specialty act in aerial and adagio across Australia, the USA, and Europe, and has lectured in dance at Queensland University of Technology. Kym's extensive background also includes professional dancing with Queensland Ballet from 1988 to 1990. Kym's educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Dance Education from QUT and certifications in Dance Education and teaching from the Royal Academy of Dance and other institutions.
Queensland Ballet
Queensland Ballet is a vibrant, creative company which connects people and dance across Queensland. We offer a program of world-class productions of the best classical ballets and inspired contemporary dance works. The Company engages renowned choreographers and designers from around the world and nurtures emerging local talent by presenting exciting new works in an intimate studio series. With a culture of creativity and collaboration, complemented by an active program of engagement with our communities, Queensland Ballet has become the central hub for dance in the State. Our dancers are acclaimed for the technical excellence and versatility, and our annual program offers diversity in style, audience focus and geographic reach, with up to 100 performances in Brisbane and tours to regional Queensland.