THE first time I saw Naiara dance, I was blown away by her passion and talent. It's not just about her skill though; there's depth to her that shines through in every move she makes. What sets her apart is how she immerses herself in the dance, tapping into emotions that flow through her body. As a choreographer, watching her is an experience in itself –you can't help but be moved by what she brings to the stage.” – Rafael Bonachela
Naiara de Matos is only in her second year with Sydney Dance Company (SDC) but is already drawing attention from her colleagues and audiences alike. In last year’s production of Somos she stood out for the dramatic conviction and vivid intensity of her performance. This year she will be performing in SDC’s Momenta (Rafael Bonachela’s newest full-length work – which premieres in Sydney on May 28 before touring nationally) as well as dancing the leading role created by Jesse Scales (who has now left SDC) in Antony Hamilton’s Forever & Ever on the company’s international tour.
But despite her immense talent, Brazilian-born de Matos may never have made a career as a professional dancer without some surprising twists
