Event |
Bennelong
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Venue |
Heath Ledger Theatre, Northbridge, WA |
First Date |
6 February 2020 |
Last Date |
9 February 2020 |
Dates Estimated |
No |
Status |
Professional |
World Premiere |
No |
Part of a Tour |
Yes |
Description |
Created by Artistic Director Stephen Page in 2017, Bennelong explores the life of one of history’s most iconic Aboriginal figures. Woollarawarre Bennelong was a senior man of the Eora people, who led his community to survive a clash of cultures. Through striking dance language, soul-stirring soundscapes and exquisite design, Bangarra unpacks Bennelong’s legacy and its reverberation through contemporary Australian life.
This brand-new work is Bangarra at its best. In a unique Australian dance language, the company embraces history – celebrating the continuation of life and culture with the power, artistry, passion and phy |
Description Source |
Website |
Primary Genre |
Dance
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Secondary Genre |
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Produced
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Created
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Subjects |
Indigenous Australia
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Organisations |
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Contributors |
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Works |
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Text Nationality |
Australia
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Production Nationality |
Australia
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Event Status |
Completed
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Data Source |
Source |
Description |
Web |
https://www.bangarra.com.au/productions/bennelong-perth-festival/ |
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Event Identifier
| 148914 |
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