Jayden Grogan

Jayden Grogan is an Australian professional dancer-choreographer, performing artist, teacher, and creative practice researcher. Jayden has performed professionally throughout Australia and internationally in critically acclaimed productions by; Opera Australia, Queensland Ballet, Opera Queensland, State Opera of South Australia, Galaxy Entertainment Group Macau, Ballet International Gala (BIG), Matt Ward Entertainment, Cirque Bon Bon, Cirque OLIO, and Cirque JINGLE, Lisa Wilson Projects, Lynch & Paterson, Ozfrank Dance, Camerata - Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, Phluxus2 Dance Collective, Collusion Music and Dance, Restless Dance Theatre, Ballet Theatre of Queensland, and Leipzig Ballet Director Mario Schroeder. Most notably, he performed as a Principal Dancer in Opera Australia’s The Ring Cycle in all four operas of the epic cycle. In the recent production of Billy Elliot - The Musical at The Star Theatre Gold Coast, Jayden starred as the Older Billy soloist dance role and showcased his triple threat talents as a performer in the ensemble. Jayden graduated from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) with two degrees including a Master of Philosophy (Creative Practice) in 2020 and received Distinction for a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance Performance) in 2017. Jayden received ovations from QPAC audiences with his world premiere one-man show, Jaz & the Big Red Dance Book (2021) co-created by Jacqui Carroll. His highlights for creative direction include choreographing The Phantom of the Opera (2022) for Lynch & Paterson’s sold-out season, and directing, choreographing, and performing the role of Prometheus in the Australian Premiere of Beethoven’s The Creatures of Prometheus (2021) at the Twelfth Night Theatre. He co-created two works that were selected for presentation at the prestigious Ars Electronica Festival in Linz, Austria with SynapSense premiering in prime position for the Opening Night Program in 2017 and Soundline in 2018. He has performed on tour in China on multiple occasions. Jayden was nominated in the highly competitive category Favourite Supporting Male Performance by the 2019 Del Arté Charts for his role as Jasper in Queensland Ballet’s production The Little Green Road to Fairyland. Jayden has taught contemporary partnering as a Sessional Academic Lecturer at QUT. In addition to his Vice Chancellor’s Creative Industries Scholarship and receiving Dean’s List commendations every semester, Jayden obtained the annual King’s Scholar Medal 2017 from King’s College. For Queensland Ballet’s 60th Anniversary Gala, Jayden was Assistant Rehearsal Director and Stager for Jacqui Carroll’s Carmina Burana Tavern Scene. Jayden assisted choreographer Lisa Wilson to create Circa Academy’s Circus Obscura in 2023. He currently is resident Rehearsal Director at Ballet Theatre Queensland and performs as guest artist. Jayden has experienced creative development processes across Australia with; Sydney Dance Company, Australasian Dance Collective (Expressions Dance Company), Leigh Warren Dancers, Dancenorth, Lisa Wilson Projects, and Prying Eye Productions along with multiple independent choreographers from around the world that have informed his signature ways of moving. He was chosen for Cirque Du Soleil’s official performer selection database. Jayden is highly educated, dedicated, and a passionate leader in the performing arts. He aims to create inspirational, energetic, and unforgettable performance experiences for audiences and an encouraging workspace with his colleagues and collaborative teams. Jayden carries with his unique multiplicity of professional experiences a supportive demeanour, a love of performing, and a friendly smile.

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1. 2023

   Billy Elliot - The Musical

   Older Billy & Ensemble · Matt Ward Entertainment, dir. Tim Hill · Stage

2. 2023

   The Ring Cycle

   Principal Dancer · Opera Australia, Opera Queensland, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Dancenorth, and Queensland Performing Arts Centre, dir. Chen Shi-Zheng · Stage

3. 2022

   The Phantom of the Opera

   Choreographer, Slavemaster/Principal Dancer · Lynch & Paterson, dir. Jason Kennedy · Stage

4. 2021

   Cirque Bon Bon

   Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) & Julieann Nugent · Stage

5. 2022

   Cirque OLIO

   Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) & Julieann Nugent · Stage

6. 2022

   Cirque Jingle

   Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) & Julieann Nugent · Stage

7. 2026

   Alice in Wonderland

   Director/Mad Hatter & Rehearsal Director/Ballet Master · Ballet Theatre of Queensland, dir. Clare Morehen & Dr Lucas D. Lynch · Stage

8. 2021

   The Creatures of Prometheus Ballet (Australian Premiere)

   Director, Choreographer, Prometheus · Lynch & Paterson, dir. Dr Lucas D. Lynch & Jayden Grogan · Stage

9. 2025

   Snow White

   King Frederic · Ballet Theatre of Queensland, dir. Clare Morehen & Dr Lucas D. Lynch · Stage

10. 2025

    Cinderella

    Jester & Guest Artist · Ballet Theatre of Queensland, dir. Clare Morehen & Lucas D. Lynch · Stage

11. 2018

    The Little Mermaid

    Prince Erik · Ballet Theatre of Queensland, dir. Timothy Brown · Stage

12. 2019

    Romeo and Juliet

    Guest Artist · Queensland Ballet, dir. Sir Kenneth MacMillan · Stage

13. 2019

    The Little Green Road to Fairyland

    Jasper · Queensland Ballet, dir. Paul Boyd · Stage

14. 2016

    Strictly Gershwin

    Guest Artist · Queensland Ballet, dir. Derek Deane · Stage

15. 2025

    Galaxy Summer Color Parade

    Performer · Galaxy Entertainment Group Macau, dir. Keith Hawley · Stage

16. 2024

    Romeo and Juliet

    Lord Capulet · Ballet International Gala (BIG), dir. Joel Burke · Stage

17. 2021

    The Merry Widow

    Dancer · Opera Australia, dir. Graeme Murphy · Stage

18. 2018

    The Merry Widow

    Dancer · Opera Queensland, dir. Graeme Murphy · Stage

19. 2019

    The Merry Widow

    Dancer · State Opera of South Australia (SOSA), dir. Graeme Murphy · Stage

20. 2021

    Jaz & the Big Red Dance Book

    Jaz - one man show · Ozfrank Dance, dir. Jacqui Carroll and Jayden Grogan · Stage

21. 2019

    A Salon of Larrikins

    Performer · Ozfrank Theatre, dir. Jacqui Carroll · Stage

22. 2021

    60th Anniversary Gala - Carmina Burana

    Rehearsl Director and Stager · Queensland Ballet, dir. Jacqui Carroll · Stage

23. 2022

    Bunker

    Dance Artist · Metro Arts, dir. Lisa Wilson and Nathan Sibthorpe · Stage

24. 2019

    Sara Macliver in Concert with Camerata

    Mystery Guest · Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra, dir. Jayden Grogan and Brendan Joyce · Stage

25. 2021

    Proximal

    Dancer · Phluxus2 Dance Collective, dir. Nerida Matthaei · Film

26. 2023

    Global Fusion

    Principal Dancer · Queensland Ballet Thomas Dixon Centre, dir. Rani Luther · Stage

27. 2025

    Chameleon

    Dance Artist · Metro Arts, dir. Rani Luther and Tsoof Baras · Stage

28. 2023

    Das Rheingold

    Dancer · Opera Australia, dir. Chen Shi-Zheng · Stage

29. 2023

    Die Walküre

    Dancer · Opera Australia, dir. Chen Shi-Zheng · Stage

30. 2023

    Siegfried

    Soloist Dancer · Opera Australia, dir. Chen Shi-Zheng · Stage

31. 2023

    Götterdämmerung

    Dancer · Opera Australia, dir. Chen Shi-Zheng · Stage

32. 2024

    Jaz & the Big Red Dance Book - Regional Tour

    Performer · Ozfrank Dance, dir. Jacqui Carroll and Jayden Grogan · Stage

33. 2017

    SynapSense - Ars Electronica Festival

    Co-creator/dancer · Ars Electronica, dir. Queensland University of Technology · Other

34. 2018

    Soundline - Ars Electronica Festival

    Co-creator · Ars Electronica, dir. Queensland University of Technology · Other

35. 2017

    The Space Between

    Live Motion Capture Performer · Queenland University of Technology, dir. Avril Huddy and Vanessa Mafe · Other

36. 2024

    Cirque Bon Bon - Le Retour

    Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) and Julieann Nugent · Stage

37. 2025

    Cirque Bon Bon

    Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) and Julieann Nugent · Stage

38. 2023

    Cirque Bon Bon

    Principal Dancer · JACs Entertainment, dir. Ash Jacks (McCreedy) and Julieann Nugent · Stage