Apocrypha by Oozing Future

Next date: Friday, 11 October 2024 | 07:30 PM to 08:40 PM

A bald-headed man holds a hula hoop in his criss-crossed hands around his upper body. He stands slightly crouching forward through the centre of the hula hoop. Black marks cover his nearly naked body.

Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy and Melbourne Fringe

Apocrypha (a-) n. Hidden writings, works outside the accepted canon of scripture, social outsiders who do not fit the norm. 

Enter the world of Apocrypha, the new ensemble show from circus provocateur Mitch Jones (AutoCannibal, Slava’s Snowshow, Circus Oz) that journeys beyond the canon of mainstream culture. 

See the tightrope walker dance along rusty chains, while the acrobat spins hula hoops which blacken his body with painted scars and contortionists balance precariously on weeping bluestone boulders. 

Inspired by cult cinema, erotic fiction and the work of Jean Genet, this stunning new work of alt-circus explores the limits of our bodies, finding moments of beauty among the outcast and the unholy. 

With a jaw-dropping cast including Adam Malone, Rindi Harradine, Kristian Santic, Kyall Shanks and Chloe Fazikas, Apocrypha is a death-defying exploration of desire and counterculture that will linger long after the final curtain falls.   

For wheelchair and other access services, please contact: ticketing@darebin.vic.gov.au

Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy and Melbourne Fringe, as part of the Pulse program of curated works.

Image by: 3FatesMedia

For accessible or wheelchair bookings please contact: ticketing@darebin.vic.gov.au.

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Running time

Approximately 70mins, no interval

Special Performances

Preview Performance: Friday 11 October, 7.30pm
Opening Night Performance: Saturday 12 October, 7.30pm
Post-show Artist Talk: Thursday 17 October, 7.30pm

Content Warnings

This production contains nudity, sexual content and the use of smoke and haze.

 

Age Suitability

This production is best suited for audiences aged 15+. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Creative Team

Director: Mitch Jones 
Performers: Adam Malone, Rindi Harradine, Kristian Santic, Kyall Shanks and Chloe Fazikas
Set & Costume Designer: Romanie Harper
Lighting Designer: Gina Gascoigne
Composer & Sound Designer: Bridget Chappell
Production Manager: Alison Neville
Stage Manager: Daikota Garrett
Rigging Designer: Mitch Jones & Christian Schooneveldt Reid
Show Rigger: Kat Renehan
Producer: Dans Maree Sheehan of Parrot Ox

 

About Darebin Arts Speakeasy

Darebin Arts Speakeasy is Darebin City Council’s award-winning year-round program of contemporary theatre, dance, circus and live art. For 12 years, the program has curated and invested in new work, offering audiences a dynamic and diverse mix of stories that matter to the community, celebrate culture, and reflect the times we’re living in.

 


This project received additional support from Creative Victoria and Creative Australia.
Black and white logo of Creative Australia     Creative Victoria logo     Oozing Future logo in black text      Melbourne Fringe Festival Logo with black text   Parrot Ox logo in black text

When

  • Friday, 11 October 2024 | 07:30 PM - 08:40 PM
  • Saturday, 12 October 2024 | 07:30 PM - 08:40 PM
  • Thursday, 17 October 2024 | 07:30 PM - 08:40 PM
  • Friday, 18 October 2024 | 07:30 PM - 08:40 PM
  • Saturday, 19 October 2024 | 07:30 PM - 08:40 PM

Location

Darebin Arts Centre, 401 Bell Street, Preston, 3072, View Map

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