Depicts a six-week long Aboriginal theatre workshop at the Black Theatre Arts and Culture Centre, Redfern, Sydney that culminates in a first performance for most of the participants. Highlights the dignity and growing self-image of those who participated. Suitable for secondary level. Performers include Andrew Jackomos.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
303280
Language
English
Subject categories
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australian theater
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - Ethnic identity
Aboriginal Australia → Aboriginal Australians - New South Wales - Sydney
Aboriginal Australia → Indigenous peoples
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indigenous peoples
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Aboriginal Australians - Social conditions
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Self-respect
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Self-confidence
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Self-respect
Music & Performing Arts → Aboriginal Australian theater
Music & Performing Arts → Drama in education
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)