Overview
Under the star-illuminated skies of the Torres Strait, a green turtle navigates her way back to the beach where she was born
The season has started, the turtles are returning to nest, and soon the island will welcome a new generation of hatchlings – amongst them, our small turtle friend, Migi!
In Bangarra’s first dedicated work for children, join our heroine Migi as she undertakes a journey of discovery and survival. A contemporary saltwater Lagaw Kazil (Island Children) story inspired by the totemic system of the green turtle, Waru – journey of the small turtle is an interactive and immersive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance for 3 to 8-year-olds and their families.
Created by former Bangarra Artistic Director, Stephen Page, together with Hunter Page-Lochard and Bangarra alumni Dancers and Choreographers Sani Townson and Elma Kris, Waru provides parents, teachers and caregivers a unique opportunity to open up conversations about climate change, caring for the environment and the traditional cultural values of respect and reciprocity.
Presented by QPAC
Inspired in part by Turtle (Corroboree, 2001), choreographed by Stephen Page, Peggy Misi and Elma Kris.
Waru has been generously supported by the Girgensohn Foundation and the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative.
Community tickets are made possible through the generous support of The Balnaves Foundation.
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Creative Team
- Director Stephen Page
- Cultural Creatives Sani Townson and Elma Kris
- Writer Hunter Page-Lochard
- Composers Steve Francis and David Page (dec.)
- Featured Songs By Helen Anu, Leonora Adidi and Peggy Misi
- Set and Costume Design Jacob Nash
- Lighting Design Matt Cox
- Language Consultant Leonora Adidi
Artists
- Aka Malu - Storyteller Elma Kris
- Performer Aba Bero
Accessibility
For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by giving us a call on 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here.