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ABC RN Arts

At RISING, the arts take the chill off winter

Jun 7, 2022
The podcast explores Melbourne's RISING festival, showcasing captivating art installations and unique experiences. It discusses community engagement in site-specific performances, including the Invisible Opera and Multitude dance work. The episodes delve into resilience through dance with 'Jirungungangga' and address themes of history, sexuality, and abuse. The significance of dancing and trance-like states in societies is also explored, highlighting upcoming shows at the festival.
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Quick takeaways

  • RISING festival challenges norms and captures new audiences through innovative art displays.
  • Multitude project fosters unity and celebrates diverse expressions in a non-competitive dance setting.

Deep dives

Celebrating Arts in Melbourne

Melbourne's Rising Festival showcases a variety of artistic expressions and performances, including a spectacular display of sound and light by artist Robin Fox at Princess Bridge, welcoming attendees to the festival after COVID delays. The festival offers a mix of theatre, music, and celebration, raising questions about Melbourne's creative awakening and the intricacies of life within uncertainty and spectacle-driven events.

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