David McAllister: 30 Years with The Australian Ballet

How do you sum up three decades dedicated to ballet? In 2013 we celebrate Artistic Director David McAllister's 30 year anniversary with The Australian Ballet and his journey from an exuberant young dancer to leader of the nation's flagship dance company. Along the way he was lauded by both audiences and critics in Australia and internationally for his dancing; formed incredible partnerships with extraordinary ballerinas such as Elizabeth Toohey, Miranda Coney and Fiona Tonkin; and has steered the company to acclaim on the world stage. Congratulations David on this amazing milestone!
Production: The Apiary

[@rhondafg]

Bravo David! I have been a subscriber for over 25 years and so have followed most of your journey. Great job.

[@MrChrya]

This is just wonderful to see. What an affectionate tribute to a fine and dedicated man. We are fortunate indeed to have him head our finest artistic institution,

[@megjohnson5630]

Hi David. I saw you first mid 80s in Warrnambool. Loved your dancing from the word go. My daughter and I called you thunder thighs. What a an energetic dancer. Go David!

[@Beautyandlearn1o1]

So beautiful! Great job!

[@kathleengoodwin6713]

Wish I’d seen you danced live, but I was an adult dancer and met you indirectly there and just loved this opportunity!

[@balletbloke1]

How wonderful and what an amazing leader and artist - good on you Daisy. xx

[@TracieSammut]

YOU HAD NAILED IT! Lynn Pesiley who had danced in the Australian ballet Company and I

[@TracieSammut]

Are are EXTREMLEY proud of you

[@TracieSammut]

Sorry I spelt Lynn's last name had been spelt wrongly it was meant to be spelt Peasley and she danced alongside Colin Peasley in 1962