Parramatta Riverbeats 2008, 2007, 2006
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Roving the banks of the Parramatta River with drummers, dancers and flag twirlers - in gorgeous, elaborate costumes!
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The Firebird 2008 - 2007
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Performed at:
- The Carriage Works
- Wentworth Falls School of Arts
- Campbelltown Arts Centre
- Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre
THE FIREBIRD was a seamless blend of dance, music and story. Each dancer played a character, our Storyteller John wove the magic this ancient Russian lovestory between stunning dance and an exquisite, original music score, that included the sounds of sitar, kora, balafon, djembe, dijeridoo and vocals.
Our cast was diverse in cultural traditions, as well as age - dancers ranged from their 20s to their 70s! Drawing upon traditions from Africa, India, Bali, the Middle East and Contemporary styles, THE FIREBIRD became a gift of profound beauty, sadness, humour and joy.
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Winter Magic Festival 2008
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The Winter Magic Festival in Katoomba Blue Mountains, is a wonderful event with lots of great music, performances, stalls and gorgeous costumes!
Hands, Heart & Feet always love supporting this fantastic local festival.
This year our performances included:
* THE MOMENT OF SOLSTICE @ Carrington Place, with the mesmerising Music of Joy.
* THE PARADE! With over 100 drummers and dancers - a wonderful community performance of colour, spirit and joy!
* WITH MORY TRAORE: traditional West African Drum & Dance.
* An absolutely fantastic interactive evening performance with luscious, groovy beats, mesmerizing dance performances - most memorable of all when we had a large group of men from the audience voluntarily de-robe for a scintillating men's dance!
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All Penrith Panther Home Games 2007 & 2008 Season 2007 & 2008
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Hands, Heart & Feet drum to support the momentum of the game - adding to the excitement and atmosphere in the stadium!
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The Singapore International Storytelling Festival 2007
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John and Emily performed numerous sold-out shows, along with Storytellers from around the world.
Their unique combination of Dance and Percussion along with Storytelling was one of the highlights of the festival!
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Homebirth Australia Conference 2007
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Hands, Heart & Feet were the closing ceremony for this fantastic conference.
The whole room erupted in dance and celebration. Then everyone sat and enjoyed a soulful story. One of our most beautiful experiences of performance.
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Story La 2007
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Stories, Sitar & Chai...
This evening was a mesmerising venture into the land of ancient stories. A little drumming, a little dancing, lots of laughter, even a few tears and plenty of soul!
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PULSE @ Sydney Opera House 2007
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The djembe ensemble had over 40 drummers - with their groovy breaks and funky style, they brought the house down!
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Winter Magic Festival, Katoomba 2007
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Over 100 performers - all dressed in white feathers - drummed and danced up the street for the grand Winter Magic Parade.
The Hands, Heart & Feet Troupe and Dancers brought the house down in the Carrington Ballroom that evening - performing alongside other fantastic acts including Mory Traore and Club Matoto.
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Hawkesbury Show, Hawkesbury Showground 2007
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Our Troupe of Drummers & Dancers put on a spectacular show in the Grand Stand.
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Diaspora, Studio Theatre, Newtown 2006
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An exciting cross cultural dance work, fusing Contemporary, African and Brazilian dance.
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Mountains Masala, Wenworth Falls School of Arts 2006
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A cross cultural collaboration between Classical Indian, West African and Contemporary Artists.
This project lead to the development of 'The Firebird', which was performed in the major Western Sydney venues later in 2007.
(For more information, see Upcoming Performances).
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Summer & Winter Solstices, Everglades Gardens 2006
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Large groups of beautiful dancers perform to live percussion, against the stunning backdrop of the gardens.
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Unmasked, Parramatta Riverside Theatres 2005
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Hands, Heart & Feet drumming had audiences forming conga lines!
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The Woman and the Tiger, Sydney Opera House 2003
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John and Emily presented a gorgeous storytelling performance with guest dancer Yeshi Epigesi.
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Body, Mind & Spirit Festival, Club Med - Bali 2002
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Workshops under the palm trees every day - popularly received performances at night.
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East Asian Music & Dance Festival, Opera House 2002
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The most entertaining way to prepare a meal - while chef extraordinare Wanitha Tanasingam cooked up a storm, John and Emily played percussion with kitchen knives, chop sticks and mixing bowls.
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And more! 2000 - 2008
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Numerous private & community functions & events, such as weddings, birthdays, conferences and festivals.
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