Labyrinth
1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, VictoriaTicket Information
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Stone. Sweat. Fear. From deep within
– a low, strange moan.
This is a place of terror. Of sacrifice. Of reckoning.
This is the Labyrinth.
In the haunting corridors beneath Abbotsford Convent, Forest Collective presents a reimagining of their highly successful opera-ballet & piano concerto.
Through this immersive theatrical experience, you will descend into the labyrinth of Greek myth, witnessing first-hand the ordeal of Theseus, Ariadne and her half-brother, the Minotaur.
Evan J Lawson’s music and Daniel Szesiong Todd’s libretto confront themes of shame, isolation and redemption, while maverick Melbourne pianist Danaë Killian gives powerful voice to the work’s dramatically-embedded piano concerto. Ashley Dougan’s visceral, yet lyrical choreography and the vision of director Cathy Hunt bring a desperate humanity to this epic tale.
Re-enter the Labyrinth in 2025.
“Labyrinth, is packed a full range of energy and emotion into a new interpretation of the Greek tale of the Minotaur”
— Classic Melbourne
“The effect [of the operatic verses and music] was magic, with the space seemingly perfect for creating the echoing chamber of music that formed the basis of this piece”
—Theatre Travels
“Start to finish, every element combines in an absorbing theatrical experience.”
— Australia Arts Review
Dates & Times:
Friday 31 January 9pm (preview only)
Saturday 1 February 9pm (opening night)
Sunday 2 February 9pm
Tuesday 4 February 9pm
Thursday 6 February 9pm
Friday 7 February 9pm
Saturday 8 February 3pm (tactile tour - for more information see our website)
Saturday 8 February 4pm (audio described performance - for more information see our website)
Saturday 8 February 5.30pm artist Q&A (free event, no ticket required - for more information see our website)
Saturday 8 February 9pm (closing night)
60 minutes duration, no interval.
Sung in English.
This is not a seated event and has long periods of standing.
More access information can be found on our website.
Trigger warnings:
Mature Themes, recommended for people aged 16 and over.
This event includes loud or sudden noises and contains scenes featuring the use of a sword.
Presented by Forest Collective, Abbotsford Convent and Midsumma Festival.
Supported by the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM).
Tactile tour and audio description provided by Vitea Veritas.
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