
Traditional Dance performances from the Communities of Cape York at the Laura Aboriginal Dance Festival. Photo by Mr Kerry Trapnell, © Quinkan & Regional Cultural Centre (QRCC)
| when: | 19 - 21 Jun 2009 (biennial) |
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| where: | Ang-Gnarra Festival Ground |
| cost: | A$69; concessions A$63. Early-bird discounts available before 19 May 2009 |
At Laura's Aboriginal Dance Festival, the communities of Cape York Peninsula perform for crowds on the sacred Ang-Gnarra Festival Grounds, surrounded by ancient rock art. The dances are impressive spectacles, with groups uniformly chanting, clapping and kicking up clouds of dust.
With upwards of 25 dance groups and over 3000 spectators, the Laura Festival keeps traditions many thousands of years old alive. Visitors can also gain insight into the Aboriginal culture at the festival's less-traditional events, such as the art exhibition and short film screenings.
Related Information
| Contact Details | |
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| Name: | Quinkan & Regional Cultural Centre |
| Email: | inquire@quinkancc.com |
| Phone: | +61 (0) 7 40603457 |
| Venue Information: | Ang-Gnarra Festival Ground |
| Full Name: | |
| Address: | Ang-Gnarra Festival Ground, Laura, Queensland |
| Directions: | Inland at the base of the Cape York Peninsula, about 14km south of Laura. |
| Contact Details | |
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| Name: | Quinkan & Regional Cultural Centre |
| Email: | inquire@quinkancc.com |
| Phone: | +61 (0) 7 40603457 |
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| Location: | Queensland |
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