Jayden Hicks

Limen was a journal entry. I wanted to explore the threshold between performance and authenticity. A space where identity feels blurred, what we do vs. who we are. Creating Limen meant confronting a part of me that felt unworthy, misunderstood or misaligned, feelings I thought I’d left behind. Some reflections of the work celebrated that. Others pointed to misalignment. Both felt true in different ways. But the feeling I’m left with is complete gratitude. I feel honoured to have worked with these incredible women, their depth, artistry and experience made the whole process feel magical Thank you to those that came to support, it meant the world being surrounded by friends. Looking back, I’m so proud. @m.collective.dance @ariannamarchiori @chimenesteeleprior @yourheartisyouroyster @nicole_m_corea @mollyharingsma @violinsparkle Beautiful footage and photos by the brilliant @dominicsteelecreative

IRON - 2026 Shepparton. 💯 Choreographed by Artistic Director Jayden Hicks Performed Contemporary Course third year IRON explores the shifting dynamics of power within the choreographic process. Dancers move fluidly between positions of authority and vulnerability, navigating when to command and when to surrender. As the work unfolds, it questions the cost of artistic exposure and whether baring ourselves in pursuit of expression is ever truly met with the validation we seek. 🎥 Paul Malek 🎬Jayden Hicks #transitdance #contemporarydance #contemporaryart #dance #choreography

☁️☁️☁️ A glimpse into Cloud, a dance film that reflects on overwhelm, detachment, and the blurred line between care and collapse. Full video now available via our Youtube Page Choreographed & Edited by Jayden Hicks Performed by Hannah Vella & Riley Okley Filmed by Paul Malek at Transit Dance Music by Peter Broderick & Machinefabriek

Our Industry Intensive & Audition Day was truly sublime. Kicking it off was Artistic Director Jayden Hicks with this stunning piece. 💯 What a way to start the day. If you are interested in joining our 2027 intake, head to our website or link in bio and apply today. Places are capped so do not miss out. 🫶 #dance #contemporarydance #lyricaldance #transitdance #choregraphy

Trilogy - 2024 Inspired by cinematic horror @transitdance

Contemporary third years Lola and Mila moving brilliantly in Artistic Director Jayden Hicks new work IRON, which premieres April 16 in Shepparton. 💯 In collaboration with @riverlinks we cannot wait to present this work as part of a massive triple bill. Tickets on sale now at /events or link in bio. 🫶 #dance #transitdance #dancers #contemporarydance #choreography

Our Contemporary third years making an exciting new work with Artistic Director Jayden Hicks for our upcoming Shepparton Creative Project season. 💯 Watch this space 👀 For more information head to our website or link in bio. 🫶 #contemporarydance #transitdance #dancers #choreography #dance

📢INSTRUCTOR ANNOUNCEMENT⁠ - JAYDEN HICKS is back for VDF26!⁠ ⁠ 🎫 Save BIG with Early Bird Tickets on sale now VDF.com.au/tickets⁠ ⁠ Jayden Hicks is a multidisciplinary artist, creator, educator, mentor and current Artistic Director of Transit Dance. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Jayden is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists and fostering creativity within the community, his career spans performance, choreography, and artistic leadership.⁠ ⁠ @jaydenhicks performing arts journey includes notable credits with esteemed companies such as Opera Australia, Vertical Shadows, Melbourne Ballet Company, and Collaboration the Project. His standout role in Yours Truly earned him nominations for a Green Room Award and a Victorian Dance Award as Best Male Dancer in 2013.⁠ ⁠ In 2016, Jayden became Artistic Director of Origins Dance Company, where he passionately developed young talent and produced acclaimed works including an international collaboration with The National Youth Dance Company of Scotland. During this time, Jayden produced the Australian Dance Award-nominated Transit Regional Creative Project, Dance Architect, and UNDRGRND Melbourne.⁠ ⁠ Since joining @transitdance in 2015, Jayden distinguished himself as a principal artist through acclaimed productions such as BOYZ, Small Parameters, ID, and Fuze. His was appointment as Associate Director in 2022 and Artistic Director in 2024.⁠ ⁠ Jayden’s collaborative endeavors include serving as Rehearsal Director for Cass Mortimer Eipper and Alice Topp during Project Animo’s premiere season, And Now We Move On, in 2021. In 2023, he served as Creative Associate for The Australian Ballet's 60th Anniversary Season, Identity, working alongside Alice Topp. That same year, his choreographic work Opus enjoyed a successful tour across regional Vic.⁠ ⁠ #comedancewithus⁠ ⁠ 🎫 Grab Early Bird tix now VDF.com.au/tickets⁠ ⁠ VDF26 Sponsored by RWS Global⁠ 22-24 May 2026⁠ Melbourne Showgrounds⁠ ⁠ Title sponsor @rwsglobaltalent ⁠ Diamond sponsor @energetiks ⁠ Platinum sponsor @dancethemagic ⁠ Teacher Conference sponsor @dancesurance ⁠ Ignite sponsor @studio7dancewear ⁠ ⁠ #jaydenhicks #contemporary #VDF26

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TRANSIT DANCE AWARD - Harper Trounson ❤️ Congratulations Harper, we are so proud of your journey and excited to see where the future takes you. 💫 #transitdance #ethos #fulltimedance #danceaward #community