ROTUNDA – contemporary dance & brass band
Artistic Director, Shona McCullagh joined Dr Margaux Dombkins on Arts Monday talking about ‘Rotunda’ – a unique theatrical experience featuring a 24-piece live brass band with contemporary dance to commemorate the Centenary of ANZAC.
Created by The New Zealand Dance Company, Rotunda brings to life the world of the band rotunda, an iconic symbol of early 20th Century community where memories of loss and love are rekindled in a haunting snapshot of the joint history of Australia and New Zealand.
The innovative New Zealand choreography combines an earthy, free-flowing mix of styles and highly physical contemporary dance. It also integrates shadow play, mace twirling, a fusion of Maori tradition, and a 24-piece marching band from the City of Holroyd Brass Band performing a range of heartfelt hymns and stunning new brass works.
ROTUNDA: Wed 13 – Sat 16 May 2015 at 8pm + 2pm Sat
Riverside Theatres, Parramatta
More info / Tickets : www.riversideparramatta.com.au or 88393399
YOU CAN LISTEN TO MY INTERVIEW WITH SHONA McCULLAGH:
Thanks for your company
Margaux