Jacob

Jacob Watton, a dynamic performer and creator from Queensland, Australia, graduated with first-class honors in dance performance from QUT in 2017. His innovative creations, like “1:1” showcased at the Ars Electronica Festival, and “and JULIET” presented at the Busan International Dance Festival, have garnered international acclaim. Jacob’s ground-breaking technology-infused performance, “Alexa, Turn on the Lights,” premiered at the Curious Arts Festival, followed by successful tours to festivals like Adelaide Fringe, HOTA’s Underground Festival, and Perth Fringe World. Most recently, his children’s theatre production “The Great Beach Adventure,” co-created with Courtney Wagner, has been presented at Backbone’s Awaken Festival, Skypoint, and the Woodford Folk Festival.

Alongside his own projects, Jacob has collaborated with esteemed directors and companies, touring works from the Shanghai Dance Festival to local communities in Central Queensland. Currently, Jacob is involved in various exciting projects, including Trent Dalton’s “Love Stories” for Brisfest 2024 and RAVA Productions’ “Fairy Tales”. Jacob works regularly with young people in primary and high schools as well as private studios and youth dance companies demonstrating his commitment to nurturing the next generation of dancers and creators. With a diverse portfolio spanning choreography, theatre making, and performance. Jacob continues to push artistic boundaries and inspire audiences with his unmatched creativity and passion for the arts.