Circus

In Place

A contemporary circus work that delves into connections with humanity, culture and place.

$25.00 - $30.00
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A black and white photo of an acrobat with their back to the camera. The skin on the top of their back and right arm are covered in white ochre, they are holding a branch of eucalyptus leaves by their side which are green and pink in colour.

Image Credit: Tiffany Garvie

  • Presented by: Na Djinang Circus with Circa Cairns

  • Commissioned by: Deadly Fringe and Footscray Community Arts

  • Supported by: Creative Victoria, Creative Australia, Womens Circus, Iramoo.

In a society turned upside down who will lead us? In Place is a journey of hierarchy told through acrobatics and grounded in cultural connection.

The culmination of 12 months dedication, this world-premiere performance erupts into Footscray’s outdoor amphitheatre with a subversive and challenging First Nations led circus.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a complex understanding of plants and the environment. Over generations they have listened to the land and learnt what can be used as foods, medicines and seasonal indicators. This knowledge is embedded and passed down through stories and tradition.

The Country informs the knowledge. Knowledge creates story. Stories shape the people and Culture. Where do we stand when Country is displaced and divided?

For the past year local participants have cared for a native plant, growing alongside each other to discover a deep connection with the land, the work and themselves. The journey of these plants will be intertwined into the In Place performance, a coming together of art with nature to delve into society’s impact on the land and its impact on us.

In Place is an unmissable performance of acrobatic skill and sophisticated storytelling.

The project received Cash to Create through the Fringe Fund, as part of Deadly Fringe and is made in collaboration with Footscray Community Arts.
With thanks to the Beeton Family Fund and Craig Semple.

This project is supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.

About Na Djinang

Na Djinang Circus is a Melbourne based contemporary circus company working with diverse young artists to share unique insight with the next generation's Hands & Feet.

Founded by Wakka Wakka man Harley Mann, Na Djinang Circus aims to develop work that utilises the next generation's social and political attitudes and tell stories that challenge our own perceived ideas about contemporary Australian society. Our work explores fundamental human characteristics from an indigenous perspective, using the body to demonstrate complex human experiences of trust, connection, vulnerability, and joy. 

Na Djinang Circus is known for being a First Nations led company and our art and ethos reflect traditional and contemporary values. We are curious, original and free to make mistakes.

We believe as artists we have the power to shape audiences’ opinions and help create change.

nadjinang.com.au

  • Duration: 65 minutes

  • Event Accessibility: Deaf or Hard of Hearing Rating: Partially Accessible, English no barrier

  • Age suitability: PG

  • Event warnings: Contains Sustained Bright Lights, Sudden Loud Noises.

  • Content warnings: Sexual References, Intergenerational Trauma, Simulated Cigarette Smoking.

  • Please note: this event includes images, voices or the name(s) of deceased Indigenous persons.

This event takes place in an outdoor amphitheatre, please dress according to the weather and wind. As an outdoor event In Place will take place in in rain or shine, however in the event of extreme weather ticket holders will be contacted in advance.

The opening night performance (17th Oct) will be preceded by a Welcome to Country by Aunty Caroline Briggs from 7:45-8pm, with the performance (65 mins) beginning at 8pm.

Tactile Tour and Audio Description

  • When : 7pm (1 hours before show)
  • Where : Check in at reception or with a usher
  • Facilitated by : Vitae Veritas 
  • Describers : Bo Svoronos and Raina Peterson 

  • Full: $30.00

  • Preview: $25.00

  • West Community Members: $5.00

  • Extra Applause: $40.00

  • Blak Tix: $5.00

  • Group 6+: $25.00

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Date Time Venue

Wednesday, 16 October 2024

8:00pm

Footscray Community Arts - Amphitheatre

Sold Out
 Past Event

Thursday, 17 October 2024

7:45pm

Footscray Community Arts - Amphitheatre

Sold Out
 Past Event

Note: Performance will be preceded by a Welcome to Country

Friday, 18 October 2024

8:00pm

Footscray Community Arts - Amphitheatre

Sold Out
 Past Event

Saturday, 19 October 2024

8:00pm

Footscray Community Arts - Amphitheatre

Sold Out
 Past Event

Sunday, 20 October 2024

8:00pm

Footscray Community Arts - Amphitheatre

Sold Out
 Past Event

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