Arterial by Na Djinang Circus

A moving acrobatic performance linking people, country and culture, where the unseen bonds between the body and the land become beautifully visible. 

This award-winning Na Djinang Circus performance explores the ancient connections tying First Nations people together, strong through bloodlines but irreparably damaged through colonisation.

Four performers connect with each other physically and spiritually in a display of breathtaking acrobatics.

Arterial will both excite and move you as the performers celebrate what it means to be First People—the lifeblood of this country. The land is its beating heart.

Na Djinang Circus is a Melbourne based contemporary circus company working with diverse young artists to share unique insight with the next generation's Hands & Feet.

Na Djinang Circus aims to develop work that utilises the next generation's social and political attitudes and tell stories that challenge our own perceived ideas about contemporary Australian society. Our work explores fundamental human characteristics from an indigenous perspective, using the body to demonstrate complex human experiences of trust, connection, vulnerability, and joy.

Na Djinang Circus is known for being a First Nations led company and our art and ethos reflect traditional and contemporary values. We are curious, original and free to make mistakes. 

We believe as artists we have the power to shape audiences’ opinions and help create change.

The performance on 22 November 2024 at 11:00am is a school friendly event.

To make a school booking to attend one of our performances, please complete the School Booking Form. 

For more information, including school booking fees, please see our Education page.

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