Geoff Lyons (Bass, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I rise today to congratulate everyone involved in the Sydney Dance Company's excellent production of The Land of Yes and the Land of No. On 15 June I had the pleasure of attending a performance of this production at the Princess Theatre in Launceston in my electorate of Bass. To be able to experience a world-class performance from all involved, from the choreography to the sound, the lighting, the direction and the brilliant dancers, was a real treat. I particularly acknowledge Tasmanian dancer Jesse Scales. I am sure that it was an enjoyable experience for Jesse to return to her home state and showcase the skills she has acquired from years of training and performing on the mainland and in New Zealand. It was certainly a pleasure to watch her in action. Credit must go to world renowned designers Rafael Bonachela, Alan MacDonald, Ezio Bosso, Guy Hoare and Theo Clinkard. I also acknowledge Tasmanian Graeme Murphy, who led the company as Artistic Director from 1976 to 2007.

Once again, I congratulate everyone involved in the Sydney Dance Company. I am thrilled that funding from the Australian government through the Australia Council is allowing them to share their talents across the nation.