Ngambaa

‘Ngambaa’ (Mother in Gamilaraay) is a duo dance work told through the story of the dhinawan (emu) baawaas (sisters.) After the baawaas go through the fire they return as spirits who time travel to two generations of yinarrs to protect and guide them.

Choreographer & sound designer: Amelia Jean O’Leary
Dancers: Keia Mcgrady & Danni Cook
Costume & set design: Maya Anderson
Cultural Advisors: Uncle Ted & Aunt Shell
Rehearsal Director: Karlia Cook

This project has been Fringe Funded, as part of Deadly Fringe, with thanks to the Sue Beeton Fund, Julie Kantor and Craig Semple.
‘Ngaamba’ was developed with the support of The Patagorang Foundation, the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria and Abbotsford Convent.