Lucy Doherty is a dance artist, choreographer, director & producer whose professional practice has spanned across fifteen years with an ongoing string of projects that have allowed Lucy to develop immense versatility as a performer and showcased her as a creative talent to take note of.
Lucy Doherty is a versatile artist and performance maker with a life-long connection to dance. Trained in multiple dance styles, she has left her mark on both stage and screen, captivating audiences with her magnetic stage presence and emotionally charged performances. Lucy's extensive experience as a performer includes collaborations with prominent brands like Myer, Dom Perignon, and Amazon Prime.
In addition to performing, Lucy is a passionate choreographer and creative force. She has worked with renowned artists and creative directors, leaving her artistic imprint in television, film, and live performance. Recently, Lucy directed One Dance Company's "Crossover" featuring her own pole dance persona "L'Pearle," which earned a nomination for "Best In Dance" at the Sydney Fringe Festival.
Driven by personal experiences, including the loss of her mother as a young adult, Lucy's creative practice delves into themes such as grief, mortality, sexuality, and divinity. She self-produced and toured her first full-length production titled "One," in 2015 which gained immense support within the dance community. This experience led her to establish the community-focused arts organisation "One Dance Collective," empowering and inspiring emerging dance artists through professional and creative development initiatives.
Lucy's journey with grief also birthed a series of powerful dance films that have received acclaim both nationally and internationally. Her work in this realm has earned her nominations for two Australian Dance Awards for "Outstanding Achievement in Dance on Film."
Through mediums of choreography, film, and live performance, Lucy's artistic practice centres on the exploration of the body and subtle energy. She is interested in the intricate interplay between physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of the human experience. Fuelled by curiosity and a desire to foster authentic connections and nurture community, Lucy continues to offer transformative and cathartic experiences both personally & for audiences alike.