STAGES SPOTLIGHT: CONVERSATIONS REVISITED - PAUL SALIBA - Released May 17th, 2018

Paul Saliba has been described as 'a man of fire'. His dance and choreographic work radiates a sense of energy, light and warmth. The man himself is excitable, committed and vital. A conversation with Paul is enlightening and re-affirming. Paul was only guest No:7 when he talked with STAGES. He reflected on his time with The Australian Ballet, and a car accident that could have put an end to his career. He expanded on his work with The Sydney Dance Company and a key period studying in New York with the great Martha Graham. He danced in the celebrated film of the ballet 'Don Quixote' alongside Nureyev, Aldous and Helpmann. Paul's work is fed by a fascination with world cultures and their employment of dance as personal expression, as storytelling and as history. He is one of our treasured custodians of dance in Australia. Everyone who has worked with Paul, or been taught by him, recognise a resounding brilliance and passion. These qualities are contagious and evidenced beautifully in this joyous conversation. What a delight to talk dance with Paul Saliba.