CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Waru - Bangarra Dance Theatre, HOTA

Title: Waru – journey of the small turtle

Presented By: Bangarra Dance Theatre

Genre: Family, Children's Theatre, Dance

Synopsis: Under the starry skies of the Torres Strait, a green turtle named Migi begins her journey back to the beach where she was born. In this contemporary saltwater Lagaw Kazil (Island Children) story, inspired by the totemic system of the green turtle, Migi faces a journey of survival and discovery. Waru – journey of the small turtle is an immersive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance for children aged 3-7. Created by Stephen Page alongside Hunter Page-Lochard, Sani Townson, and Elma Kris, this work encourages important conversations about climate change, environmental care, and cultural values of respect and reciprocity.

Performance Dates:

• Wednesday, 23 October 2024

Performance Times:

• 10:00 AM

• 1:00 PM

Performance Location and Address: Theatre 1, HOTA (Home of the Arts), 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

Ticket Costs:

• Adult: $25

• Child: $25

• School Groups: $21

• Community Priced Tickets (for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community members and those working alongside First Nations peoples): $15

Ticket Link: Click here to purchase tickets

Recommended Age: 3-7 years old

Duration: 45 minutes