Since establishing himself as an independent choreographer in 2001, Matjash Mrozewski's work has won over audiences and critics alike on three continents. Considered one of the most exciting and original voices of his generation in the dance world, the 31-year old's creativity appeals though its versatility, grace and curiosity.

Matjash's choreography is a seamless fusion of diverse elements. He pays attention to the history of dance but isn't limited by genre or style. He examines the subject matter of his works in depth, without being clinical; his work is passionate and humane, but not overly sentimental. Stylistically, Matjash draws from classical and contemporary languages of dance to create his own original vocabulary, set to music ranging from early Baroque to popular and contemporary electronic.

Trained at Toronto's National Ballet School, Matjash first tried his hand at choreography as a student. He continued creating dances when he apprenticed with the National Ballet of Canada and then joined the corps de ballet. From 1997 to 1999 he danced with Le Grand Ballet du Théatre de Genève and Les Ballets de Monte Carlo. He returned to the National Ballet of Canada, becoming soloist in 2000. He left the company in 2001 to devote himself exclusively to choreography.

In 2001 Matjash created A Delicate Battle for the National Ballet of Canada. His choreographic breakthrough, the work has since been remounted numerous times and adapted for film. Recent works include Wolf's Court (2007) for the NBOC, Concordia (2007) for San Francisco Ballet, Planet Wonderful (2007) for the Royal Danish Ballet, Castle Nowhere (2006) for the Royal Ballet, Soft Punch (2006) for the West Australian Ballet and Dreamland (2005) for the Royal Swedish Ballet.

Beyond the classical stage, Matjash has worked extensively in contemporary ballet and modern dance. In 2003 he was the first recipient of the National Arts Centre's Youth Commission for Dance, creating his first full-length work, Break Open Play. Four dance films have been made of his original and adapted choreographies. He has choreographed for fundraisers and fashion shows, and has taught numerous classes and workshops throughout his career. Whether in dance, theatre, film or commercial projects, Matjash is always seeking new challenges and collaborations.