Bennelong

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Event Bennelong
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
Secondary Genre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Produced
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Created
Subjects Indigenous Australia
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Stephen Page Choreographer
Jennifer Irwin Costume Designer
Alana Valentine Dramaturg/e
Nick Schlieper Lighting Designer
Steve Francis Musician
Jacob Nash Set Designer
Works
Text Nationality Australia
Production Nationality Australia
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Web https://www.bangarra.com.au/productions/bennelong-perth-festival/
Event Identifier 148914