Rita Pryce is a Kulkalgal and Kawrareg woman, born and raised in Zenadth Kes, Torres Strait Islands, and currently based in Gimuy/Cairns.

She is deeply respected as a leading senior practitioner in the performing arts. Her Cultural upbringing in her remote homelands, strong bloodlines and unbreakable connection with her Peoples continue to inspire her as an enduring creative leader, advocate and Cultural ambassador in the arts and in her Community.

Rita is Artistic Director and CEO of Pryce Centre for Culture and Arts in Gimuy, where she offers life-changing opportunities through dance. Her trusted Cultural guides and professional networks enable her to inspire, develop and promote young First Nations people through the Pryce Centre’s innovative programs and Cultural School of Arts.

Rita is also the Cultural Guide for Ausdance QLD, the peak body for dance in Queensland. She provides counsel and general guidance on Cultural dance and Cultural safety whilst creating meaningful relationships between the organisation and the relevant Community members – imbuing a First Nations first approach to Ausdance QLD’s work in the sector.