SALTBUSH
Produced by Insite Arts and Compagnia TPO.
13-14 MARCH
About
Saltbush is a plant that can be found across Australia and so it represents a common thread between Indigenous nations and First Nations peoples.
This shared idea acted as a point of inspiration for the narrative, contemporary painting, dance, and instrumental music created by First Nations artists.
These artistic forms were used as a means of interpreting the natural features of the landscape in an Indigenous mythological context.
Saltbush centres on the journey of two friends and their spiritual guide on foot as they cross Australian landscapes – river country, an urban landscape, desert, and the sea.
The journey is one of discovering the land, growing an understanding, and acknowledging how it shapes and inspires personal journeys. Through its use of sensor and infrared cameras, Saltbush allows young audiences to interact, play and perform in the show. It also provides a unique experience for parents and teachers as they witness the children become involved.
TPO’s award winning artistry in multi-media theatre for young people is combined with the work of acclaimed First Nations artists working with members of the TPO company – composer Lou Bennett ( Yorta Yorta/ Dja Dja Wurrung) with Spartaco Cortesi (Italy) , visual artist Delwyn Mannix (Wangkangurru) with Digital Designer: Elsa Mersi & Rossano Monti (Italy), choreography Deon Hastie (Tjapukai) with Anna Balducci, Sasha Zahra (dramaturgy) with artistic direction of Insite Arts director Jason Cross and TPO director Davide Venturini
Event InfoRMATION
50 minutes, no interval.
Ages 4+
Thurs 13 March | 10:00am & 12:00pm
Fri 14 March | 10:00am & 6:30pm
REVIEWS
“Children’s theatre doesn’t get any better than this. This inspired array of Italian and Aboriginal artists is the perfect fusion of dance, art and breathtaking digital design.” – SUNDAY MAIL
“Created for children aged four to eight, the show is an impressive and ingenious combination of modern technology with the traditions of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures of Australia.” – HERALD SCOTLAND
“A sumptuous interactive journey of movement and colour through Aboriginal Australia.” – EDINBURGHGUIDE.COM
HOTHOUSE FRINGE
HotHouse Theatre is thrilled to launch our newly renovated Studio venue with the HOTHOUSE FRINGE PROGRAM kicking off in 2025!
You will have access to a range of new
programming over the year with stunning one-off and short season shows from both local and national artists. Including our new FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE series where you will see Friday nights come alive with an extraordinary line up of music, cabaret and comedy and more, designed for you to unwind and get the weekend vibing early!
The bar is open and the Butter Factory overflowing with fun vibes to keep you
entertained all year
ARTISTS & CREATIVES
PERFORMER
Luke Currie-Richardson
Kuku Yalanji Djabugay, Munaldjali, Butchulla & Meriam
PERFORMER
Cleoparta Pryce
Kuku Yalanji, Kawrareg and Kulkalgal
PERFORMER
Syrenne Anu
Kuku Yalanji, Woppaburra, Butchulla & Kalaw Kawaw Ya
PERFORMER
Leonie Whyman
Makwarra, Paakantji, Wiradjuri
CHOREOGRAPHER
Deon Hastie
Australia/ Tjapukai
COMPOSER/MUSICIAN
Lou Bennett
Australia/ Yorta Yorta/ Dja Dja Wurrung
COMPOSER/MUSICIAN
Spartaco Cortesi
Italy
VISUAL ARTIST/PAINTER
Delwyn Mannix
Australia/ Wangkangurru
CO ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Davide Venturini
Italy
CO ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Jason Cross
Australia
DRAMATURGY
Sasha Zahra
Australia
DIGITAL DESIGNER
Elsa Mersi
Italy
TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Rossano Monti
Italy
ARTISTIC COLLABORATIONS
Edoardo Donatini
Italy
ARTISTIC COLLABORATIONS
Francesco Gandi
Italy
TECHNICAL & PRODUCTION MANAGER
Niccolo Gallio
Aust/Italy
PRODUCER
Insite Arts_Jason Cross
Australia
TPO MANAGER
Valentina Martini
Italy
CONTENT WARNING
This production involves projections and bright lights.