Patyegarang by the Bangarra Dance Theatre is on its final leg of a National Tour of Australia.Choreographed by the Artistic Director Stephen Page, the Bangarra troupe is celebrating its 25th year.


The story is about a strong and trusting relationship with Patyegarang, one of the local Eora Tribe members and Lieutenant William Dawes. Patyegarang helped to teach him the local language and culture.

The group are comprised of 14 members for this show at the Melbourne Arts Centre.


The dance mime has an incredibly textural backdrop by set designer Jacob Nash and world renowned lighting designer Nick Schlieper, the costume designer is Jennifer Irwin and music by Stephen's brother David Page (also a playwright/actor).
In 1788 Dawes was employed in the settlement as an engineer and surveyor, and built his observatory on what is now Dawes Point, under the southern approach to The Sydney Harbour Bridge)
Dawes documented all of his findings. This was "first contact" the English had. The discovery of his notebooks in 1972 has opened doors to this unique encounter and to an important time in Australiaâ??s history.



Stephen and l spoke about the acceptance of diversity in culture, media and how so many voices are now speaking and being heard.
This is a beautiful show which will transport and elevate the viewer via some stunning music and ethereal dance, lighting and set.
It has a message of gentle joy and love.

Many thanks