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Indigenous dance company's Spirit at Monash

7 September 2005

The Bangarra Dance Theatre's acclaimed production Spirit is the last event to feature in Monash's 2005 Performing Arts Program.

The Alexander Theatre at Clayton campus will host two evening performances and one matinee on September 20 and 21.

Produced by artistic director Stephen Page, and Frances Rings, Spirit draws together the best of the Bangarra Dance Theatre's internationally acclaimed repertoire, including highlights from the 2003 sell-out production Bush.

Inspired by the beauty and spirituality of Australia's rich Indigenous culture, the production weaves storytelling, dance, theatre and music to celebrate the spirit of creation.

Founded in 1989, the Bangarra Dance Theatre is an Indigenous dance company that blends traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture with international contemporary dance influences to create a truly Australian dance language. The word "bangarra" means "to make fire" in the Wiradjeri language of NSW.

The award-winning dance company has toured extensively in Australia and overseas, captivating audiences in cities such as Beijing, New York, Washington, Edinburgh, Seoul and Athens.

A major highlight was its creation of the Indigenous section Awakening performed during the opening ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and watched by millions around the world.

Ms Jan Clancy, Monash University Arts Centres director, said audiences would be mesmerised by the Bangarra Dance Theatre's stage performance.

"This highly innovative contemporary dance company promises a stunning spiritual adventure that is at once contemporary but remains true to its Indigenous traditions from the distant past," Ms Clancy said.

For bookings or information, contact the Monash Box Office on +61 3 9905 1111 or visit the Monash University Arts Centres website.