bluish woman lying down dreaming of the underworld

woman with long black hair looking sideways arising from a abstract red background

Orpheus by Shakti

The myth of Orpheus has captured the imagination of people throughout the ages. The passage to death and back to life is sought after by many. Orpheus symbolises the bridging of the 2 worlds through art. Life and death cannot be separated. One must accept both to start the journey to descend into the underworld to search for life.

The dance is pure and abstract. It does not attempt to tell a story but shows visions and images of the journey we take in life towards death seeking another form of life.

This event has had a name change from 'Orpheus' to 'Orpheus by Shakti' since the Adelaide Fringe Guide has been printed.

Presented by: Shakti & The Garage International

Internationally acclaimed artist who has performed in various countries in major theatres and festivals. Shakti started Edinburgh Fringe in 1995 and has been a devoted Fringe performer since. She was called the “Queen of the Fringe” and was awarded the “Pick of the Fringe” 2 times there and also in Adelaide. She started The Garage International in 1998 which expanded to Avignon, Montreal and Adelaide. Currently she lives in Adelaide and runs the Town Hall and CRACK and runs the only non-French venue in Avignon. She is also the founder/director of the Tokyo Fringe Festival.
She has performed in major festivals and venues all over the world such as Lincoln Center (New York), Russia Concert Hall (Moscow), Palais des Versailles (Paris) etc. She is a lover of the Fringe.

Sessions

Duration: 40 min

Ticket Prices

Prices may not be available on all sessions

All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (Excluding donation only transactions, certain promotions and transactions consisting of only free-ticketed shows). Fees explained.

1 Venue

The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall

128 King William St, Entry via Pirie St or Paul Kelly Laneways UN, Adelaide, Kaurna Country

Please enter via the laneway on Pirie Street or next to the Pilgrim Church on Flinders Street. Our venue is an independent structure located in the back of the main Town Hall building. It is not easily accesible from King William Street. Posters on A-Frames are on Pirie and Flinders Streets to guide you.

Step-free mobility aid access through an alternative entrance with an accessible bathroom.

Detailed venue info and space accessibility

Suitability & Warnings

Age Suitability: M

Accessibility

High Visual Content
Suitable for audiences who speak English as a second Language