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Transform creative leadership with Sir Wayne McGregor CBE, speaker and pioneering choreographer. Wayne works with organisations to enhance innovation, interdisciplinary thinking and physical intelligence, delivering insights backed by multiple awards and his prestigious role as Royal Ballet Resident Choreographer.
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Sir Wayne McGregor CBE stands as one of Britain's most influential choreographers and directors, renowned for his pioneering fusion of dance with technology, science, and the visual arts. As the Founder and Artistic Director of Studio Wayne McGregor, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of contemporary performance, creating works that challenge and inspire. His ensemble, Company Wayne McGregor, is a resident company at Sadler’s Wells, London, and continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its innovative productions. In 2006, McGregor broke new ground by becoming the first contemporary choreographer appointed as Resident Choreographer at The Royal Ballet. His acclaimed works there, including the Olivier Award-winning Chroma and the evocative Woolf Works, have redefined classical ballet for modern audiences.
Beyond the stage, McGregor's influence extends into academia and international arts leadership. He serves as a Professor of Choreography at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance and holds multiple honorary doctorates. Since 2021, he has served as the Artistic Director of Dance at La Biennale di Venezia, with his tenure extended through 2026, where he curates festivals that spotlight global talent and innovative collaborations. His 2025 programme, Myth Makers, features over 160 artists and includes the world premiere of his installation On the Other Earth, developed with artist Jeffrey Shaw. McGregor's accolades reflect his significant contributions to the arts: he has received four Critics' Circle National Dance Awards, three Olivier Awards, a Prix Benois de la Danse, and two Golden Mask Awards.
In recognition of his services to dance, he was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2011 and was knighted in the 2024 Birthday Honours List. For businesses and teams navigating the complexities of the modern world, McGregor offers unparalleled insights into creativity, innovation, and collaboration. His approach demonstrates how embracing interdisciplinary thinking and fostering physical intelligence can drive transformative change. Through his talks and workshops, audiences gain actionable strategies to enhance adaptability, encourage experimentation, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning. Engage Sir Wayne McGregor to inspire your organisation with his visionary perspective on creativity and innovation.
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Wayne McGregor offers your team insights into creativity and innovation, blending arts with technology and science. His visionary approach inspires out-of-the-box thinking, fostering a culture of collaboration and experimentation. Elevate your business strategy and spark transformative ideas with McGregor's groundbreaking perspective.
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Wayne McGregor structures his sessions around interdisciplinary thinking, drawing on his practice of integrating dance with technology, science, and the visual arts to demonstrate how physical intelligence and cross-domain collaboration can be applied to organisational creativity and adaptability.
Sir Wayne McGregor CBE speaks on the intersection of creativity and technology, interdisciplinary collaboration, and physical intelligence as a driver of organisational performance. He is the first contemporary choreographer appointed as Resident Choreographer at The Royal Ballet, a position he has held since 2006, and is a three-time Olivier Award winner whose works include Chroma and Woolf Works.
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