By Brett Kennedy
SIR Robert Helpmann Theatre will forever hold special memories for globally-renowned contemporary dance choreographer Lewis Major.
The Limestone Coast – where Major grew up on a sheep farm – is far from his home in France yet the region has remained close to his heart throughout his decorated performing arts career, which has spanned six continents.
In recent weeks Major – who turned 33 on April 1 – has forged new memories at the Helpmann, a venue he considers the state’s best with a stage he recalls experiencing his first spark of inspiration to pursue dance.
Major will lead his dance company of 15 performers in a double billed show featuring S/WORDS and Unfolding in the Blue Lake city on Saturday night, fresh off an Adelaide Festival premiere last month.