Broadcast live from the Forecourt from 2pm, 20 dance groups will take to the Sand Circle to perform at Tubowgule, showcasing the richness and diversity of their cultures. Each group will showcase their local storytelling and language in the Cultural Dance and Song cycle.
Schedule
2:00 PM - Welcome Ceremony
2:15 PM - Guest Dance Performance - Maraku Arts Dance Group
2:30 PM - DanceRites Heats (Cultural Dance & Song Cycle)
4:45 PM - Guest Dance Performance - Mui Mui Bumer Gedlam
5:00 PM - DanceRites Heats (Cultural Dance & Song Cycle)
6:45 PM - International Guest Dance Performance - Native Pride Productions
*Times and schedule are subject to change.
Presented in association with Event Media Partner, NITV.
This broadcast will be AUSLAN interpreted and include closed captions.
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