With special guest Zena Cumpston
New Moon /Silver Moon responds to the many layered histories of two places: Narrm / Melbourne, and Broken Hill on Wilyakali Country, and surrounding Barkindji Country. These songs explore waterways, ecosystems and industrial history, infused with personal reflections from the present. The Orbweavers are Marita Dyson & Stuart Flanagan, with Paddy Mann (bass), Jen Sholakis (drums), Biddy Connor (viola), Laura Hertaeg (trumpet).
“The mists of Broken Hill’s spring rain, and the desert flowers that bloom with it, come to life on the Orbweavers’ dreamy, textural new song. It’s all about the details – Marita Dyson’s gentle vocals are complemented by a luscious blend of chorals, harp and strings, and the lyrics evoke great respect for the land while also communicating a personal story. This sumptuous single is the first taste of the Melbourne band’s upcoming album – their first since 2017." - Giselle Au-Nhien Nguyen (The Guardian)
For accessible or wheelchair bookings please contact: ticketing@darebin.vic.gov.au
Suitable for all ages - Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
Approximately 2 hours with an interval
Doors: 3.30pm First set: 4.00pm - 4.45pm Interval: 4.45pm - 5.10pm Second set: 5.10pm - 5.55pm
Zena Cumpston is a Barkandji woman with Ancestral and familial belonging to Wilcannia, Menindee and Broken Hill in western New South Wales. She mostly works as a researcher, writer, artist and storyteller. Zena's multidisciplinary practice is centred around protecting and celebrating Country. Through diverse adventures in storytelling she seeks to illuminate the innovation of her people, particularly focussing on plant knowledge. Zena strives to democratise research, creating projects that invite a wide audience and provide platforms and opportunities that empower her community and intergenerational learning opportunities.
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Darebin Arts Centre, 401 Bell St, Preston, 3072, View Map
401 Bell St , Preston 3072
Performance Date
Sunday 28 July, 4pm
Venue
Darebin Arts Centre 401 Bell Street, Preston
Tickets
$35 Standard | $20 Blak Tix
Duration
2hrs with an interval