This performance is primarily offered free as part of our funded in-school program, which is aimed at increasing access to ballet and the arts. We prioritise schools in regional and remote areas, low socio-economic areas and those that are disadvantaged socially, financially and geographically. Availability is dependent on funding and location requirements. If you believe your school or group fits the criteria, please contact us at learning@australianballet.com.au to discuss or submit and Expression of Interest here: Expression of Interest - Education and Outreach Program We also have some availability for bookings for additional schools or community venues: Two, 1 hour workshops plus a performance of From the Gadhu (designed for schools or community venues) - $800 + GST. (Travel and accommodation are additional outside of metro Melbourne.) Please contact learning@australianballet.com.au or call 03 9669 2525 for more information and to book.

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From the Gadhu

A Cultural Journey

A First Nations led development, performed by the Education and Outreach team, for schools and community venues

Sophie Wormald and Alexander Mitchell
Photo Edita Knowler

From The Gadhu: A Cultural Journey

"From The Gadhu" is a captivating First Nations-led creation performed by The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach team. Inspired by the profound cultural symbolism of whale migration, this 20-minute contemporary duet delves into themes of care for Country, intergenerational knowledge sharing, and the delicate balance of ecosystemic symbiosis.

This performance is specially created for school and community settings, aiming to illuminate the deep relationships that First Nations people share with the land, oceans and its ecosystems. When the character of Mischief Maker disregards the wisdom of the Lore Keeper, the impact of this disharmony is echoed through the movements, music and costumes crafted to educate and inspire young minds.

Music by Tristan Field (Walbunja, Bidjigal, and Sri Lankan), choreography by Ella Havelka (Wiradjuri), and artwork by Latoya Brown (Krauatungalung, Djiringanj, Walbunja, and Bidjigal), add depth and authenticity to this modern adaptation of a narrative that has been passed down by Bidjigal and Darrawhal people for thousands of years.

From the Gadhu EK 3963 — Troy Schrieber
Photo Edita Knowler

To explore our resources for this performance, visit our EduHub where choreographer Ella Havelka, and composer Tristan Field, speak about the development of this work and provide a behind the scenes look at being a creative on this project.

From the Gadhu EK 4204 — Troy Schrieber and Alexander Mitchell
Photo Edita Knowler

Credits

Choreography Ella Havelka (Wiradjuri)

Music and Cultural Consultation Tristan Field (Walbunja, Bidjigal, Sri Lankan)

Design and Cultural Consultation Latoya Brown (Krauatungalung, Djiringanj, Walbunja, Bidjigal)

Bookings

This performance is primarily offered free as part of our funded in-school program, which is aimed at increasing access to ballet and the arts. We prioritise schools in regional and remote areas, low socio-economic areas and those that are disadvantaged socially, financially and geographically. Availability is dependent on funding and location requirements.

If you believe your school or group fits the criteria, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss or submit and Expression of Interest here: Expression of Interest - Education and Outreach Program

We also have some availability for bookings for additional schools or community venues:

Two, 1 hour workshops plus a performance of From the Gadhu (designed for schools or community venues) - $800 + GST.

(Travel and accommodation are additional outside of metro Melbourne.)

Please contact [email protected] or call 03 9669 2525 for more information and to book.