Ochres

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Event Ochres
Venue The Playhouse, Civic Square, ACT
Umbrella Event The National Festival of Australian Theatre 1995
First Date 14 October 1995
Opening Date 14 October 1995
Last Date 21 October 1995
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description "Ochres plays an essential part in traditional life. Working with cultural consultant/dancer Djakapurra Munyarryun has provided us with valuable insight into the presentation of traditional paint up and preparation. As a substance ochre has intrigued us. Its significance and the myriad of purposes, both spiritual and physical has been the driving force behind this collaboration. The portrayal of each colour is by no means a literal interpretation, but the awareness of its spiritual significance has challenged our contemporary expressions."
Description Source Other
Primary Genre Dance
Secondary Genre Indigenous
Dance Theatre
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Produced
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Created
Subjects Indigenous Australia
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Gina Rings Actor
Stephen Page Artistic Director
Stephen Page Choreographer
David Page Composer
Jennifer Irwin Costume Designer
Albert David Dancer
Gary Lang Dancer
Marilyn Miller Dancer
Djakapurra Munyarryun Dancer
Kirk Page Dancer
Russell Page Dancer
Jan Pinkerton Dancer
Frances Rings Dancer
Bernadette Walong Dancer
Bernadette Walong Director, Assistant
Joseph Mercurio Lighting Designer
Resources
Works
Text Nationality Australia
Production Nationality Australia
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Australian & New Zealand Theatre Record October 1995
Programme PROMPT Collection, National Library of Australia
Event Identifier 25511