Cross Encounters is a renowned not-for-profit performing arts company in Melbourne. Established by Olivia Wang - the leader in Chinese-Australian performing arts scene, the group is dedicated to creating innovative intercultural works. The company is Melbourne’s sole fully accredited Chinese-Australian performing arts organisation. By combining the best of the Australian and Asian performing arts sectors, it also leads and fosters mutual conversations, partnerships, as well as networking and exchange opportunities. The company has received and been nominated for more than ten local and national awards, for achievements in arts innovation, supporting and preserving cultural expression, as well as fostering intercultural understanding by creating opportunities for collaboration. In 2024, the organisation's impact has attracted international attention, and has been shortlisted for the annual Non-Profit Organisation Awards. Their story has also attracted wide media attention. With the growing recognition in the industry, Cross Encounters has been considered as an emerging leading group in cross-cultural performing art between Asia and Australia.

Olivia Wang is an actress, producer, cross-cultural and public-spirited arts practitioner. She is the first actor to perform Chinese Australian cross-cultural physical theatre on stage, taking on lead roles in several productions. Her practice spans screen, theater, and music. The uniqueness of her creations lies in her skillful blending of Eastern aesthetics and Western techniques to create artistic expressions that are deeply rooted in culture yet modern at the same time. She has performed in renowned venues and prestigious arts festivals, with works selected in highly competitive hub units, captivated audiences. As a screen actress, Olivia Wang has won best actress awards at Athvikvaruni International Film Festival, Rohip International Film Festival and Thilsri International Film Festival. Olivia is also the winner of contributions to Arts and Culture award in Yarra, the recipient of Victorian Multicultural Award for Excellence in Arts, alongside over ten nominations in arts and culture field. Her performances and stories have been covered by mainstream medias and industry papers, with a highlight of the four reports by SBS. Olivia is also an NGO Founder and head of the first Chinese Australian cross-cultural performing arts organisation Cross Encounters. Olivia Wang’s dedication to showcasing Asian-Australian culture through the performing arts has made a significant impact. Olivia is recognised as the leader and the ambassador for performing arts and cultural exchange.