Labyrinth
Image: by Jasmin Bardel
In the haunting corridors beneath Abbotsford Convent, Forest Collective presents a new dance-opera and piano concerto
Stone. Sweat. Fear. From deep within – a low, strange moan.
This is a place of terror. Of sacrifice. Of reckoning.
This is the Labyrinth.
Through this immersive theatrical experience, you will descend into the labyrinth of Greek myth, witnessing first-hand the ordeal of Theseus, Ariadne and her half-brother, the Minotaur.
Evan J Lawson’s music and Daniel Szesiong Todd’s libretto confront themes of shame, isolation and redemption, while maverick Melbourne pianist Danaë Killian gives powerful voice to the work’s dramatically-embedded piano concerto. Ashley Dougan’s visceral, yet lyrical choreography brings a desperate humanity to this epic tale.
Enter the Labyrinth in 2024.
Creatives and Musicians
Evan J Lawson - composer
Daniel Szesiong Todd - Theseus and librettist
Ashley Dougan - choreographer and dancer
Jane Noonan - costume designer
Teresa Ingrilli - Ariadne
Soda - Daedalus
Danaë Killian - piano soloist
Jesse Matthews - dancer
Kim Tan - flutes
Helen Bower - violin
Charlotte Kube - program assistant
Jasmin Bardel - admin and visual artist
"Forest Collective make contemporary music sound, look, and feel exciting."
"Forest Collective, a company that continues to stamp out its name as a leader in the arts with its dedication to opening people's minds about what contemporary music and performance can be."
"Lawson’s innovative musical imaginations...are striking"
"Lawson's music is bar to bar, beautiful"
Image 1 by Kate Baker
Image 2 by Daniel Rabin
Presented by Midsumma Festival, Forest Collective and Abbotsford Convent as part of Convent Live
Partners
Event & ticketing details
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Dates & Times
| WHEN | 6 Feb, 8-10 Feb | Tue, Thu 7:30pm | Fri 7:30pm+9pm | Sat 2pm+7:30pm |
| AUDIO DESC | Sat 10 Feb 2pm. See AUDIO DESCRIPTION under Venue Notes below. |
| TACTILE | Sat 10 Feb 2:00pm | Tactile Tour from 1:15pm |
| INFO | Long periods of standing |
| DURATION | 1hr |
Tickets
| OPENING | $40.00 |
| PREVIEW | $20.00 |
| FULL | $40.00 |
| CONC | $35.00 |
| First Nations | $25.00 |
| EARLY BIRD | 15% discount at checkout on full price tickets until 11pm 19 Dec 2023 |
| 3-SHOW | 10% discount at checkout on full price tickets when purchasing 3+ eligible events |
| COMPANION | FREE - please email [email protected] to arrange |
Location
Abbotsford Convent - The Store
1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford
Get directionsTrain
Hurstbridge/Mernda line to Victoria ParkBus
200, 207 to Clarke/Johnston StEvent notes
AGE GUIDE
Ages 15+
VENUE ACCESSIBILITY
For Abbotsford Convent Accessibility information, including Precinct and Access Maps, please go to Visit.
AUDIO DESCRIPTION
This session has audio description available through audio describer guides who will provide one-on-one tailored descriptions and sighted guiding throughout the performance. Guides will meet and greet patrons on arrival at the entrance gates located at 1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Please let us know in the "Access Requirements" section at check-out if you require audio description. Alternatively you can call 03 9296 6600 to let us know or email [email protected]. For any queries regarding describer guide and/or tactile tour services, please contact Vitae Veritas on 0400 901 848 or email [email protected].
WARNINGS
Long periods of standing, Mature themesINFO
Premiere, New Work
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